Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2026-2027

Enjoy a Peak District fell race at Oxspring Playing Field, a punchy 6.2 km course with 190 m of ascent through scenic terrain. On the day entries welcome for a modest fee and the event is part of an eight race series.

A **100 mile** ultra on runnable trails through Sherwood Forest and towpaths, with two forest loops, well stocked aid stations, a 30 hour cutoff, drop bag points and pacers allowed from about mile 51.

An inflatable obstacle course event in Bakewell on 12 September 2026 offering 2.5K to 15K options with giant inflatables, music zones and a finisher's medal. Family and group discounts, on-course water and event facilities are provided.

Trail ultramarathons in the Peak District on 12–13 September 2026 with distances from 12 km to 110 km, UTMB Index status and camping options. The event also forms part of the GB SLAM series.

A Backyard Ultra at High Lodge, Thetford Forest where runners complete a *4 miles 880 feet* loop every hour; full, 12 hour and 6 hour entry options are available, with camping, basic aid station and chip timing.

A 20 mile unmarked traverse across nine gritstone edges raising funds for Edale Mountain Rescue Team. Participants walk, run, or climb with mandatory navigation and kit requirements and checkpoints offering refreshments.

MacTuffX Manchester at Etihad Campus on 12 September 2026 features solo, doubles and relay formats with ten Xercises and repeated 400 m or 800 m runs. Entrants must be 18 or older and a LITE weight division is available.

A series of fully marked, fully supported trail and ultra events in the UK that focus on a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere with generous cut-offs and runnable countryside courses.

An 81 mile single loop ultra on the Bunyan Way in Bedfordshire with a 24 hour cutoff, 1,219 metres of climb and seven aid stations. The runnable country route features live tracking, medical cover and a bespoke finisher medal and T shirt.

A trail running event in Alton on 12 September 2026 offering a 10 km trail and a 2 mile fun run. The route uses gravel tracks and woodland trails and passes through the grounds of Alton Castle; medals for all finishers.

A 50 mile circular ultramarathon through the Lincolnshire Wolds starting from Swallow Village Hall. The course gains about 1,370 m of elevation, features four aid stations, an 18 hour cut off and limited entry for 150 runners.

A *10 km* trail race around Cleveland Lakes organised by the Cotswold Lakes Trust, run on flat tree lined paths with water views. Participants must be 15 years or over and agree to the event terms.

A trail running event at Bakewell Showground with three off road distances 21.5k, 15k and 9.1k. Routes follow the Monsal Trail and River Derwent, pass Chatsworth House and include varied woodland and open trail sections with on course suppo..

Tackle the Ilam Three Peaks fell race on Sun 13 Sep 2026 in the Peak District, a punchy 6.4 km route with 520 m of climb across classic fell terrain. Pre entry required, so book early for this steep, scenic challenge.

A 10 km trail race in Sandridge, St Albans on 13 September 2026, starting and finishing at Sandridge Primary School playing field. Organizers publish route information and FAQs, and the event is supported by Sandridge Parish Council.

TrailFest at Holdenby House offers four traffic free trail distances inside a private estate, with routes on farm tracks, field edges and through a small wood, plus rolling hills and open countryside views.

A 6.0 miles trail race in the Colne Valley near Huddersfield on 13 September 2026, featuring varied terrain, a climb to Cupwith and a finish at Zapato Brewery. The route is marshalled and waymarked and offers prizes for top and age category..

Experience an annual fun run at Barton Abbey in Oxfordshire featuring 10k and 5k courses on undulating terrain. Join several race distances or a flexible family fun run to support the maintenance of Steeple Barton Church.

A multi-terrain 10 km and canicross event on September 13, 2026, based at Ridgeway View Campsite near Wallingford. Mostly off-road with 100 m elevation gain, two water stations and finish-line inclusions like a medal, pint cup and free drin..

Teddy Bear Run in Aston Park, Birmingham brings families together for 2.5K or 5K courses, a finisher teddy, and a teddy bears picnic. Participants are invited to fundraise for Birmingham Children’s Hospital with a suggested minimum of £10.