Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2026-2027

Experience a multi terrain run through the scenic paths and country lanes of historic Hopwood Hall in Greater Manchester. This 8.8 km race follows a course across fields and tracks with exclusive prizes for top finishers and teams.

The MTC Thames Challenge is a four-day, 184-mile ultra marathon along England's longest river path. Participants cover the route in four stages, from the source to the Thames Gate. Accommodation, meals, and kit transfer are included.

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 trail run through the beautiful Cordwell and Linacre Valleys in North East Derbyshire. This summer event features undulating countryside paths and scenic views on the edge of the Peak District.

Event Overview The ATW Odyssey12 is a 12-hour multi-terrain running event taking place in Riverside Park, Regatta Meadow, St Neots, Cambridgeshire. Participants run on a flat 5.3 km lap course on footpaths around St Neots. The winner is the..

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.

Trail races of 5k, 5 mile and 10 mile start and finish at Inspire Luton Sports Village, following countryside trails on the Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire border. Facilities include a car park, changing rooms, 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.

The Foxton Hound Ultra offers 100k and 50k races along the scenic Harborough Round footpath. Runners pass historical sites and receive support from multiple aid stations. The event features guided recces and requires all participants to car..

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.

Trail half marathon and 10k around Carsington Water on 22 August 2026, on marked and marshalled paths. The event includes an event village with food and finish-line goodies and a discounted event t-shirt with entry.

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..

Hit the trails at the Wendover Woods Running Festival in August 2026. Choose from a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, or Junior Race on scenic woodland paths. Enjoy chip timing, a themed medal, and free race photos.