Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2026-2027

The MTC Windsor Ultra is a 47-mile point-to-point race along the Thames Path. Runners travel from Henley to Kingston, passing landmarks like Windsor Castle. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and event apparel.

Experience a 20 mile summer trail loop through the scenic woodlands and valleys of North Derbyshire. This self navigated race features diverse terrain and rewarding views on the edge of the Peak District.

Test your endurance at this 12 hour multi terrain event in St Neots. Run solo or in a team on a flat 5.3km loop featuring a festival atmosphere with live music and on site camping.

Experience a scenic point to point ultra marathon along the historic Stour Valley Path. Choose between 100km and 50km routes through the landscapes that inspired famous English artists and authors.

Join the Tegg's Nose Fell Race on Sat 8 Aug 2026 in the Peak District for a challenging 8 mile course with 525 m of climb and fine views. Held with sheep dog trials, this classic fell race accepts pre entries and entries on the day.

Race through the Peak District on a 10 km fell run with beautiful views over Manchester. This fully marshalled course features paths and a notable climb followed by a post race serving of chips at a local pub.

Experience a scenic trail run through the Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire countryside. Choose between three distances starting from Luton Sports Village with access to full leisure facilities including showers and a café.

A short, historic fell race from Buxworth to the summit of Eccles Pike and back. The AS classified course is about 3.4 miles with roughly 275 m of climb, offers age category prizes, and includes a small travel voucher incentive.

Ricky's Race is a challenging 7.3 km trail run near Matlock, featuring steep woodland climbs and a final punishing ascent to the Oker Trig Point. The route offers technical descents and spectacular valley views. Registration is online only..

A challenging fell race in the Peak District featuring 370m of climb over a 6km course. Entry is on the day at Cartworth Moor Cricket Club near Holmfirth. The route is well marked and marshalled for a classic short fell running experience.

Experience the relaunch of this Peak District fell race featuring a 5.5 mile route through local fields and lanes. Enjoy an off road course starting from Flagg village with a steady downhill finish.

Explore the scenic Harborough Round on a 50 km or 100 km journey through historic villages and countryside. This supported ultra marathon features iconic landmarks like Foxton Locks and the Kelmarsh Tunnel.

Take on the Piethorne Fell Race on Sun 16 Aug 2026: a 10 km test with 275 m of climb across the scenic South West Pennines. Starts at the Bulls Head in Newhey with cash prizes for record breakers and both pre entries and on the day entry.

Take on the Fellrunner on Sunday 16 August 2026 in Crowden in the Peak District, a testing 12.9 km course with 518 m of climb across wild moorland and open fell. Pre entry and on the day entry available; open to runners aged 18 and over.

Experience the rugged beauty of the Peak District with trail races ranging from 10 to 41 miles starting from Edale. Navigate wild paths and steep climbs in this self-navigated adventure for runners and fit walkers.

Run along the scenic trail paths of Carsington Water in Derbyshire. Choose between an undulating half marathon or 10k loop while enjoying views of the reservoir and surrounding countryside.

The Phoenix Afterglow is the final event in a 2026 summer series, held on a flat, scenic 5.3km loop along the River Mersey. Participants choose their own distance within a 7-hour window, with a finisher's medal for everyone. The event suppo..

Experience a scenic trail run through Wendover Woods with distances ranging from a junior race to a half marathon. Enjoy gravel paths and views of the Chilterns with chip timing and themed medals for all finishers.

Take on the Trunce 8, a classic Peak District fell race starting and finishing at Oxspring Playing Field. The 6.2 km route climbs 190 m and entry is on the day for £3, with a junior 3 km race for over 10s at £1.

Experience a fast and flat run at Nottingham Racecourse and Colwick Country Park. Choose between several distances including a half marathon and 10k while enjoying scenic lakeside paths and an active event village.