Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2026-2027

Experience a two lap trail race through 400 acres of historic parkland at Alderley Park. This five mile course features scenic views of an arboretum and lakes and includes a technical finisher t-shirt for all participants.

Tackle a classic Peak District fell run from Glossop Rugby Club up to The Nab, a challenging 4 miles with 365 m of climbing and great views. Open to runners 16 and over with pre entry and on the day entry and team places available.

Evening pop up races at Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve on 23 July 2026 feature 5k and 10k routes, on site parking, food and a finisher jumble medal. Payment is accepted on the day or online.

Join the Fellrunner in Sheldon on Thu 23 Jul 2026 for a spirited 4 mile village fell race across scenic Peak District climbs. Friendly entry on the day supports local funds and welcomes runners aged 14 and over.

A 10 km trail race at RSPB St Aidan's Country Park in Swillington, Leeds, held on a Friday evening in July. The route follows public footpaths and bridleways with mostly flat and undulating sections and is limited to 300 runners.

A multi-distance running event along the River Severn on a disused railway between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth, offering distances from 9 miles to 37 miles with regular aid stations and riverside views.

Alderman's Ascent in Greenfield on 25 July 2026 is an 8.5 km fell race with over 400 m of ascent, visiting Pots and Pans and Shaw Rocks. It is classed AS under FRA rules and will be a counter for the English Fell Running Championship.

A family friendly inflatable obstacle fun run in Coventry on 25 July 2026, with giant inflatables, five music zones and choices of 2.5k, 5k, 10k or 15k laps. Participants receive a finisher medal and on-site food and facilities are provided..

A six-hour lap challenge in Skellingthorpe on tarmac paths along an old railway, offering distances from 5 km to ultra with on-course drinks, food, parking and finishers' medal and goody bag.

MacTuffX Birmingham on 25 July 2026 at Edgbaston combines ten functional Xercises with repeated runs in Classic (10x400m) or 2X (10x800m) formats. Solo, doubles and relay entries are available; entrants must be 18 or older.

A Pretty Muddy 5k obstacle event at Priory Park in Bedford where participants climb, crawl and slide around a grass and tarmac course in staggered waves. The event has a minimum fundraising target of £50 and separate adult and child entry f..

A 28.5 km moorland fell race around Holme Moss on 26 July 2026, featuring Pennine Way sections and steep climbs. Entry is restricted to experienced runners with mandatory kit and navigation skills, and registration is at Cartworth Moor Cric..

A one lap 10K trail run through Garendon Park on Sunday 26 July 2026, featuring mixed open and wooded paths with some gentle climbs. Entries are limited to 400 and early bird pricing runs until 31 January 2026.

MacTuffX Sheffield pairs ten functional fitness Xercises with ten runs at City Athletics Stadium on 26 July 2026, with Solo, Doubles, and Relay entry options and a LITE weight division for reduced loads.

A circular half marathon trail run on the Ridgeway that visits Ashdown House and the original White Horse Hill. The route is described as undulating and the event is held under UK Athletics rules with a Trail Running Association permit.

Flat trail races at Summerleaze Park on 26 July 2026, offering 5K, 10K and a Half Marathon with marked routes, marshals, chip timing and post-race goodies.

A 5k obstacle event at Central Forest Park, Stoke On Trent on 26 July 2026 where participants climb, crawl and slide around a mixed-surface course. Entry includes a fundraising pack, back sign, training support and a finishers medal.

Timed laps on a 2.62 mile out and back canal route with flexible distance options from 5 km up to ultra and a seven hour time limit. Both in person and virtual entries receive a physical medal.

The Wizard 5 is a multi terrain 5 mile race around Alderley Edge, Nether Alderley and Hare Hill. The race follows a traditional woodland and field route and is organised by Wilmslow Running Club with proceeds donated to charity.

A trail run and challenge walk in Hartington, Peak District, with two routes of about 26 miles and 15 miles. Routes use GPX and written guides, have checkpoints with aid stations, and require mandatory navigation and safety kit.