Trail Running calendar near Lichfield 2026-2027

A monthly trail race at Wirral Country Park, the July event on 14 July 2026 uses an approximately 8K course and is open to runners aged 16 and over. Entry is £16 for one race or £64 for the full five-race series.

A Peak District fell race from Bamford Recreation Ground that climbs around Win Hill and returns via a marshalled switchback. The 7.3 km course is marked and marshalled, with on-site refreshments and proceeds supporting local causes.

A fell race at Plas Dolben near Llangynhafal covering about 8 km with 457 m of climb on a partially marked course. There is a 50 minute cut-off at the top gate, entry on the day is £5 and minimum age is over 16.

A short pairs race on Haddon Hill in Carding Mill Valley where one runner sprints to the top, tags a partner, and the partner runs back down. Entries are on the day only at £10 per pair and the minimum age is over 12.

A 6.7 km trail race on Totley and Blacka Moor with about 270 m of climb, starting and finishing at Totley AC pavilion on 16 July 2026; pre-entry or on-the-day entry if not full, minimum age 18 and limited parking.

Beyond Manchester on 18 July 2026 offers a city-centre trail and ultra that explores canals, quays and greenbelt areas around Manchester, with GPX files, waymarked routes, feed stations and medical support.

Trail runs of 10K, 5K and a 1.5K accessible loop take place at Wendover Woods on 18 July 2026. Proceeds support the Chilterns Neuro Centre and the courses are fully marked and marshalled.

A 26 km trail Metric Marathon starting and finishing in Hebden Bridge, running out to Stoodley Pike and back. The course is waymarked with marshals, a halfway checkpoint, a water station at the turnaround and baggage storage; all finishers..

Outdoor obstacle and mud run events at Huntley Estate in July 2026, including an obstacle race, a mostly-obstacle-free mud run, and a 1 km kids race; medals and event shirts are provided for participants and marshals.

Inflatable 5K arrives in Knutsford, Cheshire on Saturday 18 July 2026 with giant inflatable obstacles, multiple lap distances and five music zones. The untimed event offers medals, water stations, a goodie bag and facilities for families an..

An overnight 12 hour running event around Wath Manvers Lake on a flat 3.21 Mile circuit. The clubhouse on course provides toilets, showers, food and bag drop and camping is available for an extra fee.

A 7.5 km mixed terrain race starting and finishing at the Bell & Harp pub in Little Eaton on 18 July 2026. The event includes chip timing, a 45 plus age category, prizes and an afterparty with music and food.

An endurance event at Huntley Estate on July 18, 2026 that pairs eight physical strength tests with 1 kilometre off-road runs after each test, with official times, medals, age group categories, parking and space for spectators.

A Category BM fell race in Calderbrook on 18 July 2026, covering 12.9 km with 610 m of ascent. The event includes team prizes, parking at Stansfield Estate Playing Fields and refreshments at the church.

An obstacle 5k at Worcester Racecourse on 18 July 2026 with mixed grass and pavement sections. Participants must be 13 or older, there is a £50 minimum fundraising target, and onsite facilities include toilets and refreshments.

A summer trail race at Mount Cook Adventure Centre on 18 July 2026, featuring a circular 10km ish undulating route across fields, lanes and moors. Entry includes timing and a raffle that directs race profits to a nominated youth or communit..

Fully marked trail races at Winwick Hall feature 10k and 5k routes plus a 2k children’s fun run. Courses cross grassland and country paths, on-course support and charity donations to the Bruce Green Foundation are part of the event.

Two trail races in Aymestrey, Herefordshire, both climbing to the Iron Age hillfort at Croft Ambrey. Routes are fully marked with water stations and a separate juniors 2 km race with medals.

A community fundraising run from Chinley Community Centre that guides participants to six local defibrillators using a paper map and orienteering punchers; proceeds support replacement and maintenance of the devices.

A new 10 km trail from Ross on Wye along the River Wye with off road terrain and riverside wildlife. Entry is £14.99 via PayPal, minimum age 15, and all finishers receive a bespoke medal.