Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2026-2027
We have found 544 Trailruns within 80 miles of Leicester. See below where and when you can find the races.
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Take on the Charlesworth & Chisworth Carnival Fell Race on Sat 11 Jul 2026 in the Peak District, a testing 5 km / 3.1 mile course with 180 m of climb. Pre entry and entry on the day plus junior races make this a great community running day.
Phoenix Blaze is the second race in a 2026 Summer Series at Hardy Farm on 11 July 2026, featuring timed laps on a 5.3 km riverside course so participants can complete distances from 5 km up to ultra within a seven hour limit.
A timed endurance run in Thetford Forest. Run solo, in a pair, or as a team of four for 6, 12, or 24 hours on a scenic looped course. Free camping is available on-site.
Join a social guided trail run through the scenic Chiltern Hills led by expert instructors. This non competitive 10k event features technique coaching and group runs for all abilities starting from Aldbury.
MacTuffX Peterborough offers a unique interval based competition for adults. Choose between solo, doubles, or relay formats featuring 400m and 800m repetitions for a focused fitness test.
A lap based timed run at Mowsbury Park on 11 July 2026 offering distances from 5 km up to ultra with a flexible one hour start window and a choice of medal or lower cost no medal entry. Places are limited to 75.
Join this multi-distance trail event at Bawsey Country Park featuring distances from 5k to Ultra Marathon. Enjoy a lap-based course with straightforward logistics and a finishers medal for all participants.
A self-navigation circular route of about 17 miles and 2,000 ft ascent around Parwich in the Derbyshire Dales. The event includes three aid stations, a collect and deliver quest, and a six hour cut off for runners and fast walkers.
Ultra:5K challenges runners at Box End Park in Kempston. The format requires running a 5K on the hour, either five times or three times. The fastest total time across all the runs wins.
Peak Forest Fell Race is a 9.7 km fell race with 247 m of ascent in the Peak District on 12 July 2026. Day registration is available at Peak Forest Reading Room and free parking is provided on the village recreation ground.
Ludlow10 features half marathon, 10k and 5k races around Ludlow with quiet lanes and off road sections on Whitcliffe Common. Routes include undulating terrain and a notable climb known as the Donkey Steps.
Join this multi lap marathon and half marathon event in Worcester featuring a flat off road course. Run solo or in relay teams with fancy dress and support local stroke recovery charities.
Trunce 6 in Oxspring on Mon 13 Jul 2026 is a testing 6.2 km Peak District race with about 190 m of climb from Oxspring Playing Field, main race for 16 and over. Enter on the day for £3 and juniors over 10 can run a 3 km race for £1.
A summertime off road race of about 5 miles along the River Mersey in Sale, organised by Dragons Running Club. The event uses chip timing, provides finish mementos and shares profits with local charities.
Take on a classic Peak District fell race in Bamford on Wednesday 15 July 2026, a thrilling 4.5 mile course with 305 m of climb and spectacular views. Pre entry is recommended as day entries are limited.
A 6.7 km trail race in Sheffield featuring 270 m of climbing through Totley Moor and Blacka Moor Woods. This technical course includes steep descents and scenic fell paths for experienced runners.
Inflatable 5K in Knutsford, Cheshire takes place on Saturday 18 July 2026; the organiser describes the 2026 edition as bigger and bouncier, with recent booking activity and positive participant feedback.