Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2025-2026

Take on the Three Shires Way on 20 June 2026, a point to point trail through ancient woodlands and countryside across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire. Choose a 50 mile ultra or a marathon, finish at Grafham Water with aid..

Run the Malvern Midsummer Marathon on 20 June 2026, choosing 27 mile or 15 mile routes across the scenic Malvern Hills with rewarding ridge views and stiff climbs. Organised by LDWA Heart Of England, the event features checkpoints, a hot fi..

Join the James Blakeley Fell Race on Sat 20 Jun 2026 in Holmfirth for a thrilling 5 km Peak District challenge with 180 m climb. Entry on the day is free though site admission applies, teams of three welcome, minimum age 14.

Run the Dunstable Downs Half Marathon, a scenic 21.2 km trail across chalk downland with over 450 m of climbing. Limited to 300 runners, the technical course features aid stations, a finishers medal and a National Trust backdrop.

Run a scenic multi terrain 10 km starting and finishing at Twisted Tree Brewery on the Tusmore Estate near Bicester. Enjoy a finisher medal and a beer or non alcoholic alternative, with a canicross option for dog lovers.

Tackle the Trunce 5, a lively fell race in the Peak District around Oxspring offering a hilly 6.2 km route with about 190 m of climb. On the day entries are welcome and juniors over 10 can take part in a 3 km race as part of an eight race s..

Experience the Lyme Midsummer Trail 10K at Lyme Park on 23 June 2026, a scenic single lap through lawns, woods and trails with rewarding views and testing climbs. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and £2 from every entry supports the Na..

Eddie's Revenge is a classic fell race near Oldham that tests legs and map skills on rough moorland and forest trails, with stiff climbs and a sharp shale descent. Friendly and competitive, entry is by pre entry only and supports local char..

Take on the Colworth Marathon Challenge over a three day weekend in North Bedfordshire, where three multi terrain races add up to a full marathon. Enjoy free camping, family entertainment and children's races while choosing one, two or all..

Join Cock a doodle Dawdle on 27 June 2026 at Hyde Hall Farm for undulating trails across grassland and paths, with distances from 5k to ultra for all levels. Limited to 300 entries, friendly aid station and bespoke medals add to the charm.

Join the Whaley Waltz, a lively fell race in Whaley Bridge that winds 5.8 miles with 274 m of climb through classic Peak District terrain. A friendly carnival vibe, prizes and charity fundraising make it a brilliant summer challenge.

Scenic trail runs around Carsington Water offer a half marathon or 10K on undulating reservoir paths with kilometre markers and cheering marshals. Chip timed results, free photos and a bespoke medal await at the lively event village.

Run scenic off road trails through the Thames Valley at the RunThrough Marlow Trail Run, with 5K, 10K and half marathon options. Enjoy chip timing, a themed medal, free race photos and a lively event village with food and drinks.

TrailFest at Salcey Forest on 28 June 2026 offers 10K, half, marathon and 50 km routes through scenic summer woodland trails. Light trail shoes are recommended. Enjoy well kept paths, a finisher's medal and drink.

Join the Snickerthon at Chasewater Country Park on 28 Jun 2026 for multi distance running on flat 5K laps around the reservoir. Entrants can choose 5K, 10K, half or marathon and enjoy aid stations, park facilities and a finisher medal.

Run the 3 Brewers 10km at 3 Brewers Brewery in the Hertfordshire countryside, or try the new 5km option over mostly off road multi terrain trails. Celebrate with a free pint, live jazz and support charity Earthworks.

Tackle the classic Kinder Trog fell race in Hayfield on Sun 28 Jun 2026, a challenging 25 km route with 900 m of climb across Peak District terrain. Entry on the day and FRA kit is required.

Take on the Hope Wakes Fell Race on 1 July 2026: a scenic 9.5 km Peak District route with 458 m of climb, starting and finishing at Hope Sportsfield. On the day entry is £8 and all profits go to local charities.

Take on the Winster Hill Race in the heart of the Peak District with a 4 mile course and 177 m of climb that rewards effort with stunning views. Open to runners aged 14 and up with affordable pre entry and on the day entry available.

Explore the Peak District on the Edale Skyline Trail Weekend with the rugged 23 mile Skyline route or a shorter 10 km option. Stay near Edale, get guided trail coaching and enjoy spectacular views with fellow runners.