Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2026-2027

Take on a scenic trail around Carsington Water on Saturday 4 April 2026 with a half marathon or 10K option, both marked and marshalled. Finish in the lively event village with food, freebies and discounted event shirts.

Run the Chasewater Easter Egg Challenge at Chasewater Country Park on 5 April 2026, a scenic multi terrain loop around the reservoir with distances from junior run to 20k. Expect a friendly vibe, bespoke medals, free photos and on site park..

Join the Alan Kirk Memorial Lad's Leap on Sun 5 Apr 2026 in Crowden near Woodhead for a testing 9.5 km moorland race with 518 m of ascent and spectacular Peak District views. Teams welcome and entries available on the day.

Enjoy a scenic 5 mile loop around Hall Barn Estate with a tarmac start and finish at Beaconsfield Rugby Club. Organised by Burnham Joggers on 6 April 2026, this friendly trail run features marshals, chip timing and post race prizes.

Challenge yourself at the Rose of the Shires Ultra, a circular 54 mile route from Brixworth Country Park through woods, canal towpath and country trails. The event also offers the Rosebud Marathon, team relays and UTMB 100K index status.

Take on the Henley River Half Marathon, 10K or Junior Race in Henley on Thames on 11 April 2026, with options for all ages including a kids race. Enjoy mixed terrain, riverside views, medals, free photos and a buzzing event village.

Take on the Rosebud Marathon, a 26.2 mile stretch of the Rose of the Shires Ultra through scenic Northamptonshire trails, roads and canal tow path. Enjoy waymarked routes, on site support, a finisher medal and prizes for top runners.

Run a guided Chilterns Trail Marathon along the Ridgeway and through Wendover Woods, featuring rolling hills and expert leaders offering pacing and technique tips. Small field, halfway refreshments and a wooden finisher medal make for a sce..

Take on the Battle of the Brampton Valley Way on 12 April 2026 with 14 or 28 mile options from Market Harborough or Northampton along a traffic free, hard packed trail. Expect two dark tunnels so bring a torch and enjoy friendly support and..

A scenic 10k trail run in the Nene Valley starting and finishing at KC Active, Kings Cliffe. The circular, fully marked route runs on tracks, fields and disused railway lines with a staffed aid station and eco measures in place.

Tackle a classic spring fell race in Mow Cop on Sun 12 Apr 2026: 10.5 km with 400 m of climb across stirring hill terrain. Entries on the day for adults 18 and over, with team scoring and friendly club spirit.

Take on the Mike Briggs Wirksworth Incline & Infants, a challenging fell race in the Peak District featuring a 6.9 km course with 400 m of ascent. Pre entry is required for the main race and junior races are available for younger runners.

Join the inaugural Wild Deer Trail Runs at High Lodge Thetford Forest on 12 April 2026, with scenic 5km and 10km trails. Chip timed and fully supported, all finishers receive a medal, Wild Deer merch, snack and drink.

A fully guided 19 mile trail run from Holme Next The Sea to Wells Next The Sea along sections of the Norfolk Coast Path, passing villages, tidal marshes and pine woodlands. The event is non competitive and run in paced groups.

Take on a midweek Peak District challenge at Herod Farm: a scenic but testing 3 mile route with 340 m of climb. Pre entry is £6 or £10 on the night; registration runs 18:15 to 19:15.

Take on 230 km of Pennine Bridleway and upland trails through the Peak District to Cumbria with 75 hours to finish. Limited to 30 runners, this rugged multi day challenge features checkpoints with hot meals, bunks and course support.

A multi-distance trail festival in the Shropshire Hills on 18 April 2026, featuring routes from 10 km to 80 km and local food at checkpoints. The event raises funds for Grow Cook Learn to support an education programme about how food is gro..

Tackle a scenic 51 km ultra along the Chiltern Ridge from Berkhamsted Castle to Wendover, with rolling trails, woods and sweeping views. Well marshalled and UTMB World Series indexed, this classic is a true Chiltern challenge.

Trail runs across Thoresby Park on 18 April 2026 with distances from a 2km family run to a half marathon. Cani cross and Nordic walking options are included and live chip timing plus finisher medals are provided.

Join a guided group trail run along the Malverns ridge from North Malvern, covering 18 miles with over 1300 m of ascent and stunning summit views. Expect steady trails at about 10 to 11 minutes per mile with friendly support and full kit in..