Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2026-2027

Tackle scenic laps through Thetford Forest at High Lodge with distances from 5k to ultra on a rolling 5 km loop. Enjoy aid stations, post race teas and cake, and a community vibe with 20% of entry fees helping forest upkeep.

An off road two lap 9.5 km race at Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses with a 100 runner limit. Age 14 and over, male and female categories, prizes for the top three and a medal for every finisher.

Join the Dirt Run, a two round multi terrain series in Northamptonshire at Irchester on 25 January and Brigstock on 22 February. Choose 5 km to 15 km on mixed trails, paths and roads with a muddy hill to test you and a custom medal for fini..

A self guided 7 miles trail race around the Moss Valley near Eckington and Marsh Lane, starting and finishing at Green Lawns Community Centre. The route passes woodland, farmland and bridleways, with written instructions and no marshals on..

Run the Knype Pools 5 on 22 February 2026 with Biddulph Running Club, a scenic 5 mile trail loop around Knypersley Reservoir. Support the mayor's chosen charity and enjoy a friendly pre race fun run and community atmosphere.

Run the Stockport Trail Half Marathon along the scenic Middlewood Way and Macclesfield Canal near Marple. Chip timing and a relaxed non competitive wave make it perfect for racers and social runners alike.

A 24 mile winter route from Dovestone Sailing Club through the Dark Peak and South Pennine Moors with 3900 ft of ascent and varied terrain. The event is fully supported with four checkpoints and is currently full with waiting list closed.

A 25 mile LDWA event from Minsterley Village Hall across South Shropshire countryside, with about 4,675 ft ascent, four legs and three serviced checkpoints. The route is undisclosed until the day and map and compass navigation is required.

Join Phoenix Running Manchester's Dragonfly Run at Hardy Farm for a timed, multi distance challenge on a flat riverside towpath. Enjoy a bespoke finisher medal option, cakes at aid stations and a £1 donation per runner to Glossop Cat Rescue..

The Wingerworth Wobble is a scenic 4.66 mile trail race from Wingerworth across fields, hills and woodland with a runnable hill finish. All finishers receive a medal and refreshments and proceeds support the local school.

Take on the Cannock Chase Wildwood Trail Series on 28 Feb 2026 at Birches Valley, a scenic yet testing woodland course with steep climbs, fast descents and technical, muddy trails. Half and 10K with canicross options and eco wooden medals.

Cloud Nine is a classic 9 mile fell race from Congleton to the summit of Bosley Cloud and back, offering rugged trails and great views. Entry is by pre registration only, places are limited and FRA mandatory kit rules apply.

Enjoy scenic trails around Pitsford Water with 10k and half marathon options that take in village paths, country lanes and lakeside views. Trail shoes and a personal cup are advised as the races are cupless; all finishers get a medal.

The High Lodge Half Marathon winds through Thetford Forest on varied trails and sand, offering scenic views and wildlife like fallow deer and wild thyme. Traffic free, manually timed event with finisher medals and podium trophies.

A community-led off road trail run at North Leverton Windmill on 1 March 2026, roughly 10 kilometres over undulating, muddy and firmer lanes. Organised by volunteers as a not-for-profit event; finishers get local flour, a medal and honey.

Tackle undulating trails, muddy paths and a shallow stream crossing on an adventurous six mile route at Baggeridge Country Park. Join the Action Heart Tuff Un on 1 March 2026 to test yourself and support a West Midlands cardiac charity.

Join the Humanity Direct Amersham Ultra on 7 March for scenic footpath and bridleway routes of 10 km, 25 km or 50 km starting at Dr Challoner's School. Run or walk to fundraise for Humanity Direct and earn a finisher medal.

Scenic trail across Saddleworth Moor with reservoir views and required self navigation between checkpoints. Choose roughly 25, 40 or 60 km routes with staffed checkpoints, live tracking and a post race meal.

A seven hour timed event on the flat canal towpath at Burton Waters near Lincoln, offering half, marathon and ultra options on a measured course. Limited to 50 entrants with transfers allowed given seven days notice.

Run the Scott Sports Dirty Dozen, a 12 km loop across Cannock Chase with muddy singletrack, climbs, fast descents and the notorious Ditch of Doom. Kids course, on site parking and a bespoke finisher medal complete the day.