Trail Running calendar near Lichfield 2026-2027

Experience a unique 5 mile multi terrain race through quiet lanes and trails around Manchester Airport. Run through the iconic Bollin River Tunnel in this charity event supporting MNDA.

A 10 km trail race through Stalybridge Country Park and local moorland. Finishers receive a local chip muffin voucher for completing this event organized by Crazy Legs Events.

Cragg Vale on 1 July 2026 is a 4 miles (6.4 km) fell race with 244 m of climb run from the village near Cragg Vale Church. Entry on the day is £8 cash and registration and refreshments are based at Cragg Church.

Take on the Hope Wakes Fell Race on 1 July 2026: a scenic 9.5 km Peak District route with 458 m of climb, starting and finishing at Hope Sportsfield. On the day entry is £8 and all profits go to local charities.

Take on the Winster Hill Race in the heart of the Peak District with a 4 mile course and 177 m of climb that rewards effort with stunning views. Open to runners aged 14 and up with affordable pre entry and on the day entry available.

A guided trail running weekend from Nab View Bunkhouse near Edale featuring the 23 mile Edale Skyline with 1288 m ascent and an optional 10 km loop. The organiser provides technique, fuelling and pacing guidance; tickets are currently sold..

Experience a unique point to point half marathon along the scenic canal towpaths from Wolverhampton to Birmingham. Run through the historic Coseley Tunnel and enjoy water stations hosted on traditional canal barges.

Experience a 30 mile ultra marathon through the Gateway to Wales featuring 5,446 feet of elevation. Run over the iconic Sugar Loaf mountain and enjoy a supported journey with no time limits on this primarily trail course.

A lap-based running event on 4 July 2026 around the Ironbridge valley, starting from The Unicorn Inn in Little Dawley. Distances include 8 miles, 16 miles and a marathon; parking is on site and all finishers receive bling.

Take on the Fellrunner at Heptonstall Festival, a scenic 9.5 km fell race with about 500 m of climb in the South West Pennines. Finish to live music, food stalls and a free pint; entry on the day £7.

Experience a challenging 10 km fell race with 675 m of ascent through the technical terrain of the Peak District. This FRA approved event is designed for experienced runners seeking steep climbs and scenic technical descents.

Join the Coal Aston Gala Chase for a scenic 4.7 mile summer trail run through Derbyshire's Moss Valley. The event features a family fun run and finishes with free cake for all participants. It's part of the lively Annual Coal Aston Summer G..

The CWM Elan Back Yard Ultra will take place in Rhayader on Saturday 4 July 2026. You can run 7 kilometers.

A multi distance trail event based at Bakewell on 4 and 5 July 2026 with continuous and two day 100 km options. The event features signed routes, GPS tracking, covered rest stops, medical teams, camping and camping packages.

A licensed, timed five mile trail race through Smalley, Mapperley and Shipley Country Park with water stations, a race village and prizes. A separate one mile colourful fun run on the event field provides a finisher medal and limited places..

A 21.1 km off road half marathon along The Ridgeway in Buckinghamshire between Wendover and Princes Risborough. The hilly, fully marked course has two on route aid stations, a 4 hour time limit and a 350 runner field on 5 July 2026.

Run by the local community, this fell race covers around 10 km (6 miles) of varied moorland at the border of Dark Peak and White Peak. The course includes steep climbs, rough descents and sections across private land used only on race day.

A trail half marathon at Lyme National Trust on 5 July 2026 with a route via the Gritstone Trail, Kerridge Ridge and the Macclesfield Canal. The course is fully marked and marshalled with two aid stations and a finishers medal or tree optio..

Forest trail races at Cannock Chase on 5 July 2026 feature a half marathon and 10k through hilly woodland, available route maps, on-site parking, a bespoke medal and free race photographs.

Run through the scenic southern Peak District and Tittesworth Reservoir on rugged trails and moorland tracks. Choose between three distances and enjoy a chip timed race with stocked aid stations and a themed finisher medal.