Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2026-2027

A 15.2 km fell race in the Peak District with 490 m of climb, held at Curbar Primary School on 3 October 2026. Pre-entry is required and proceeds go to Curbar Primary School.

Wild Run Cotswolds showcases rugged off road trails on a private estate with fully marked routes, chip timing and a family friendly supporter zone. Entries are limited to 600; choose 10K, half, marathon or the six hour 360 challenge.

A cross country race around Thorpe in the Dovedale valleys, featuring a 4 3/4 mile route with a river crossing at the Stepping Stones. A 1 1/4 mile Mini Dash is held for under 12s with U12 and U9 categories.

A Thames Valley LDWA challenge with new 25 km, 40 km and 50 km routes around Hambleden and Stonor, starting and finishing in Marlow. Entry is limited to 150 and fees include checkpoint food and a badge.

A junior fell running race in the Pennines for ages 6 and up. The 2 km course starts near a classic pub. Entry is available on the day.

MacTuffX Brierley Hill on 4 October 2026 is a functional fitness race in the West Midlands combining ten set Xercises with repeated 400m or 800m run intervals, offering Solo, Doubles and Relay entries and a LITE weight option.

A six hour trail event at Sence Valley Forestry Park on a **3.3-mile** hilly loop; participants complete as many laps as they can within the time limit. Canicross and rucking are permitted, and entrants may choose a medal or a tree-planting..

A backyard ultra at Turvey House where runners repeat a 4.167 miles loop each hour; solo and paired entries are available, with 8 hour and 7 hour capped options and chip timing.

An inflatable obstacle event in Cheltenham on 10 October 2026 offering 2.5k to 15k routes, music zones, a non timed format and a finisher's medal. Family and group options, on course water, medical cover and on site vendors.

Tideswell Terminator is a Peak District fell race on 10 October 2026, covering 9.1 km with 283 m of climb across scenic hills. Pre entry only, age 18 plus, this short course is a bracing test for fell runners.

A 13.1 mile trail race around Drone Valley Brewery in Unstone with varied terrain, about 1,700 feet of ascent, one halfway aid station, a finisher medal and a voucher for a pint or non alcoholic drink.

A multi terrain trail event at Endcliffe Park featuring a 10k trail and a 2.5k children's fun run. The event attracts over 1,000 runners annually and uses grass, paved paths and woodland trails.

Trail races in Cannock Chase Forest on 11 October 2026 offering Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and a Junior Race with chip timing, a themed medal, free photos and a serviced event village.

Choose a scenic 10k or shorter 5k through the Chiltern Hills around Frieth, combining woodland paths and country roads. Expect rolling climbs and panoramic views for a rewarding, hilly challenge for road and trail runners.

An off road half marathon around the Goyt Valley with about 760 m of climb, marked junctions and required full fell kit. Two water points and hot food at the finish, held in aid of Buxton Rotary.

Grafham Water Trail Races on Sunday 11 October 2026 feature fully marked trail races from Marlow Park with 10k and half marathon options, water stations, on-course first aid, medals for finishers and prizes for top males and females.

MacTuffX Swindon at County Ground on 11 October 2026 offers solo, doubles and relay functional fitness races for ages 18 and over, combining ten Xercises with repeated 400 m or 800 m running segments.

A circular trail half marathon at High Lodge in Thetford Forest, featuring hard packed and grassy trails with wildlife viewing, manual timing, cupless water refill points, eco friendly medals and trophies for top finishers.

Trail races around Carsington Water on 17 October 2026, with a half marathon and a 10k on marked, undulating paths. Entries include a themed medal, water and post-race goodies, plus an event village and downloadable GPX routes.

A 100 mile trail race from Goring & Streatley using Thames Path and Ridgeway routes in four 25 mile out and back spurs. The event has 16 aid stations, full medical support, a 28 hour cut off and mandatory kit and qualifier requirements.