Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2026-2027

Explore the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with a 12, 18, or 26 mile route starting in Wistanstow. Enjoy a friendly event through Clun and Bishop's Castle with full support and a hot meal at the finish.

Experience the beauty of the Peak District with trail runs starting from Bakewell Showground. Choose between three distances that pass by the River Derwent and the historic Chatsworth House.

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.

Explore the trails around Sandridge village in this 10k event. The course starts on Woodcock Hill and is open to runners aged 16 and over.

TrailFest offers four scenic trail distances from 10K to 50K at the historic Holdenby House estate. Run a traffic-free course over farm tracks and through woodland on this private Northamptonshire property. Support crews are welcome on the..

Take on the Peak District Challenge, an overnight then Saturday walking and running event from Hathersage with routes from 25 km to 100 miles for teams or experienced solo runners. Follow GPX routes, enjoy checkpoints, Mountain Leaders and..

The Bradenham Blast is a scenic 10km trail race through the Chilterns. The hilly course features beech woodlands and a final 3km downhill stretch. It offers finisher medals, photography, and prizes for top runners and teams.

Experience a 50 mile single loop through the historic Chiltern countryside. This fully marked course features 5600ft of climb and passes through picturesque villages famous for British film and television.

Race 47 miles along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Painswick, traversing the rolling hills of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This licensed continuous trail challenge runs under UK Athletics and TRA rules.

Celebrate four decades of the High Peak 40 with this 40 mile ultramarathon in Buxton. Runners will navigate a mix of trails and roads within a fourteen hour time limit.

Embark on a non stop 102 mile trail race from Chipping Campden to Bath. Follow the scenic Cotswold Way National Trail through historic villages and rolling hills within a 32 hour time limit.

Tissington Trail Half Marathon Weekend is a 13 mile traffic free run from Parsley Hay to Ashbourne held over two days in September. Coaches run from Ashbourne Leisure Centre to the start, and entries include a bespoke medal and free photos.

Take on the scenic Bollington 3 Peaks fell race in the Peak District on Sat 19 Sep 2026, a 9 km course with 370 m climb. Pre entry only, entry includes food and a pint from Bolly Brewery.

Gather a team for this unique relay in Uppermill that combines two 3 mile road legs with two 2.5 mile fell legs across Saddleworth Moor. It is the perfect opportunity for road and fell runners to compete together.

Explore the rolling hills of Northamptonshire on the trails around Clipston. Choose from a half marathon or a 5-mile course, both starting from the village recreation ground. Every finisher is rewarded with a medal and homemade cake.

Experience a scenic trail run through the Huntingdonshire countryside with the Ouse Valley Way Marathon and Half Marathon. These flat point to point races follow the river along a mix of grass gravel and tarmac paths.

Run a scenic 10km through Cannock Chase Forest's woodland and heath with live chip timing and a finisher medal. Canicross friendly and offering a post race snack and drink, this event blends great trails with a welcoming vibe.

A three hour mountain marathon score event in the Dark Peak on 20 Sep 2026, run as solo or pairs with staggered starts. Pre entry is required, fees differ for members and non members, and juniors under 18 must be accompanied.

Event Overview The Cheshire Ring Ultra 100 is a 102-mile ultramarathon held on a looped course around Greater Manchester and Cheshire. The second edition is scheduled for Saturday 26 September 2026, starting and finishing at The Piazza in M..

The Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge offers looped trail distances of 50 km, 25 km, and 10 km through the scenic Chiltern Hills. It features a basecamp at Henley Showground with camping, food, and a celebration. Options are available for walkers..