Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2025-2026

Run scenic forest trails at TrailFest Salcey Forest on 28 June 2026 with 10K, half marathon, marathon or 50 km options. Routes are clearly marked, all finishers get a medal and a Big Bear drink for a memorable day out.

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.

Join the Shrigley Stag Fell Race, a challenging 10 km route across scenic Cheshire hills raising funds for Pott Shrigley Church and the local community. Friendly atmosphere and great views make it perfect for community runners.

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.

Experience a scenic point to point half marathon along canal towpaths from Wolverhampton to Brindley Place, with varied surfaces, a unique 360m tunnel and floating water stations. Chip timed finishers get a bespoke medal and T shirt.

Discover the Peak District Ultra Challenge in Bakewell on 4 and 5 July 2026, with figure of eight routes and distances from 10 miles to 100 km for all abilities. Enjoy basecamp camping, full course support, medal, tee and post race meal.

Join July the Turd on 4 July 2026 in Ironbridge valley for marathon, 16 mile and 8 mile options over scenic tracks, paths and road. Friendly atmosphere, on site parking and bling for all finishers make it a great summer challenge.

Tackle a classic Peak District fell race from Warslow Village Hall: 10 km with 675 m of climb across moorland and steep trails. Expect challenging ascents, sweeping views and a friendly village atmosphere.

Enjoy the Coal Aston Gala Chase, a 4.7 mile off road trail through Moss Valley with woodland, farmland and a small ford to keep things lively. A 1.4 mile family fun run welcomes kids and every finisher gets free cake.

Fen Gallop on Sunday 5 July 2026 in Willingham offers a flat, scenic run through the Cambridgeshire fens with 10 km and 4 mile options. Friendly for families and walkers, the community event raises funds for Willingham School Association an..

Run the scenic Chiltern Ridge Half Marathon along the ancient Ridgeway on 5 July 2026. Expect 21.1 km of chalk trail with rolling climbs, great support, and a friendly field limited to 350 runners.

Join the Bishop's Stortford Mitre at Jobbers Wood on Sunday 5 July 2026 for chip timed 10K and 5K races plus a fun 1K for kids. Support the Mitre Fund for new school sports facilities and pick a free finisher T shirt or tree planting.

Scenic 10 km fell race near Great Hucklow in the Peak District with about 335 m ascent across moorland, cloughs and tricky underfoot sections. Village run event with team prizes, free flapjacks at the finish and local fundraising.

The Lyme Half Marathon is a scenic trail run from Lyme Hall over Kerridge Ridge and the Gritstone Trail, returning along the Macclesfield Canal. Fully marked with aid stations, timing and photos, finishers get a bespoke medal or can opt to..

Join the Cannock Chase Forest Half Marathon and 10K on 5 July 2026 for a summer trail challenge through hilly forest terrain. Choose your distance, earn a bespoke medal and enjoy free photos and parking.

Choose from 10K, 22K or 50K trail routes around Tittesworth Reservoir and enjoy rugged moorland, climbs and wide water views. Chip timing, aid stations, a unique themed medal, free race photos and a lively event village await.