Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2025-2026

The Exterminator is a classic 17 mile fell race organised by Totley AC that tests navigation and stamina across moorland, woods and villages. Expect steep climbs, self navigation and a friendly club atmosphere for adventurous runners.

Run the Robin Hood 100 miles ultra from Retford, a scenic trail course that follows canal towpaths and winds through Sherwood Forest. Expect runnable trails, iconic Major Oak views, staffed aid stations and a friendly atmosphere.

Ultra X England is trail running from Edale in the Peak District with six distances from a 12 km Dash to a 110 km two day challenge. Aid stations, camping options and UTMB Index status for select races make it ideal for adventurous runners.

The Nine Edges is a 20 mile off road endurance across Peak District moorland and gritstone edges, perfect for adventurous runners and walkers. Organized by Edale Mountain Rescue, it offers checkpoints, a free finish drink and bus return to..

Run the Derbyshire Dales Trail from Bakewell Showground with 9 km, 15 km or 22 km routes along the Monsal Trail by the River Derwent. Scenic Chatsworth House views, supportive marshals and a lively finish await.

Take on the Peak District Challenge 2026 in Hathersage on 18 and 19 September, choosing routes from 25 km to 100 miles. Enjoy full safety support, team GPS tracking, a finish meal and a memorable outdoor adventure.

Join Chiltern Wonderland 50, a scenic 50 miles (81 km) loop from Goring on Thames through the Chiltern Hills with 1700 m of climb and about 80% trail. Five manned aid stations and a lively finish village await.

Run the Cotswold Half Way is a 47 mile nonstop trail race along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Painswick, offering classic rolling countryside and a true ultra challenge. TRA licensed and run under UK Athletics rules, the event s..

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the High Peak 40, a scenic 40 mile trail and road ultramarathon starting and finishing in Buxton. Take on classic Peak District terrain and aim to finish within the 14 hour time limit.

Tackle the Cotswold Way Century, a stunning 102 mile single stage trail from Chipping Campden to Bath on 19 to 20 September 2026. Enjoy iconic Cotswold scenery, support stations and a 32 hour cut off for an epic endurance challenge.

Run along the scenic, traffic free Tissington Trail from Parsley Hay to Ashbourne across two days of half marathons, with a gentle downhill and mixed terrain. Enter one or both days for a bespoke medal, photos and race day support.

Event overview The Bradenham Blast takes place on Sunday 20th September 2026 and offers three trail distances: 5km 10km Half Marathon (21.1km) Routes run through beech woodland and across the Bradenham Estate in the Chiltern Hills, which..

Run scenic bridleways at the Clipston Trail Half or Country 5 Miler, starting and finishing at Clipston Recreation Ground. Enjoy homemade cakes and a finisher medal while helping maintain local playing fields.

Run the flat, riverside Ouse Valley routes in Huntingdonshire with marathon and half marathon options on grass, gravel and tarmac paths. Enjoy peaceful river views and fast courses suitable for trail runners of all levels.

Tackle 102 miles around Manchester linking iconic canals, starting and finishing at MediaCity Salford Quays. Limited to 250 runners with a 30 hour cutoff and full aid support for a classic late September ultrarunning adventure.

The Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge is a scenic looped trail out of Henley Showground with camping, meals and full on course support. Runners can pick social Ultra March, competitive Trailblazerz or a Solo Challenger start.

Rowbotham's Round Rotherham is a classic autumn trail from Manvers Waterfront offering 80 km and 50 mile options in early October. Expect undulating terrain and varied underfoot from towpaths to muddy woodland, with relay teams welcome.

Wild Run Cotswolds at Cornbury Park near Charlbury offers scenic, rolling trail loops from 10K to marathon plus a 360 timed challenge. Family friendly with a supporter zone, marked routes and regular aid stations.

Experience The Drop in Manchester: blindfolded participants are driven to a secret drop off and must navigate back on foot over 10 or 15 miles as the crow flies. No GPS allowed, live tracking keeps it safe and competitive.

The Sheffield Tententen is a popular multi-terrain trail running event held annually in Endcliffe Park, Sheffield. Featuring a 10k race and a 2.5k fun run for children aged 4 to 14, it attracts over 1,000 participants each year. The course..