Trail Running calendar near Lichfield 2026-2027

A circular half marathon trail run on the Ridgeway that visits Ashdown House and the original White Horse Hill. The route is described as undulating and the event is held under UK Athletics rules with a Trail Running Association permit.

An obstacle 5k at Central Forest Park in Stoke On Trent organised by Cancer Research UK, where participants climb, crawl and slide across grass, woodland and tarmac while raising funds for cancer research. Participants must be 13 or older.

Timed laps on a 2.62 mile out and back canal route with flexible distance options from 5 km up to ultra and a seven hour time limit. Both in person and virtual entries receive a physical medal.

Tackle the Hameldon Quarry Race on 28 July 2026 in Hapton, Burnley, a lively 6.5 km trail with about 400 m of climb through Bowland terrain. Day entry only, low fees and team categories make it ideal for a spontaneous challenge.

A five mile multi terrain race around Alderley Edge, Nether Alderley and Hare Hill organised by Wilmslow Running Club. The route runs through woodland, lanes and fields, includes a team competition and is licensed by England Athletics.

A 10 km fell race at Lee Mill Quarry in the South/West Pennines on 29 July 2026. The course climbs 332 m, teams are allowed and entry on the day costs £5; the event is the first in the Rossendale Mid Week series.

A 6.4 km fell race near Llangollen with 289 m of climb and partial course marking. Entry on the day only for £5 and there are no toilet facilities because the café is closed.

A short, steep fell race on 29 July 2026 in Middletown covering 2.8 km with about 440 m of ascent. Pre-entry and on-the-day entry are offered and junior races are included in the summer series.

Evening 5 km and 10 km races from Piglove By The River in Leeds, on flat riverside trails along the Trans Pennine Trail. Limited entry, basic facilities, and a courtesy drink for finishers.

An evening pop-up running event in Skipton offering 5 km and 10 km races, pay-on-the-day places, a jumble medal and post-race hot food with drink options.

A Category CS fell race at Stoney Middleton Playing Field with an 8.5 km route and 308 m of ascent. The course includes climbs on High Street and Longstone Edge and finishes with prize presentation and a beer and BBQ on the field.

A trail music run from Ticknall Village Hall Car Park around Calke Abbey nature park, organised by Run 4 U & Perform Running Club. The session includes a warm up followed by an 8 km trail run with free parking and free entry.

She Strides Women only 50K is a women only ultramarathon in West Yorkshire with a circular marked 50 km route and about 1400 m of ascent. Four vegan friendly checkpoints and a ten hour cutoff at checkpoint 4 support participants.

A trail event around Hartington in the Peak District offering two scenic routes of about 26 miles and 15 miles, with checkpoints, aid stations, mandatory navigation kit and a village event base.

A 24 mile walk or run around Calderdale with a route through woods, fields and a short stretch beside the River Calder and canal. Refreshments are provided and all finishers receive a certificate and a memento.

A trail backyard ultra at Hollinwood Scout Camp with hourly off road loops through fields and woodland, capped at 100 athletes. Prize money for the winner and extra reward for those who exceed 100 mile add to the endurance focus.

A fell race from Llanthony Show Ground with a senior course of 6.3 km and 350 m ascent, plus a programme of junior races. The route leaves the show field, climbs through farmland and bracken, joins Offa's Dyke path, and returns via a steep..

Experience a flat multi-terrain race through the historic grade II listed grounds of Elvaston Castle Country Park. Choose between chip-timed 5k, 10k, and half marathon distances in a scenic parkland setting.

Circular 18.5, 26.5 and 30 mile canal routes around Birmingham starting and finishing at Moseley Rugby Club. Mostly off road and flat, routes pass canals, reservoirs and city sights with checkpoints, a finish meal and showers.

A family friendly trail event at Porth Farm on 2 August 2026 with 1 mile and 5 km races, modest entry fees, and entries available online.