Trail Running calendar near Lichfield 2026-2027

Trail races on the flat Leeds/Liverpool Canal towpath at Kirkstall with five distances on a lapped 6.7 mile loop. Feed stations, marshals and finish food are provided; all finishers receive a bespoke medal.

Third and final event in the 2026 Summer Series at Chorlton Water Park, featuring lap-based timed running on a 5.3 km riverside course with a seven hour limit and a finishers medal for every participant.

Trail races at Wendover Woods feature a half marathon, 10k, 5k and junior race across steep woodland with 181 m of climb. Entries include a themed medal, free photos, chip timing and post race goodies.

An 8.8 km (5.5 mile) fell run around Pen Y Gwely reservoir near Rhydycroesau, featuring tracks, paths and fields with 225 m of climb. The course is partially marked, entry is £7 on the day and the minimum age is over 15.

A 30 km circular fell race around Belper on a chipped, fully signposted course that passes ancient Roman roads, farmland and woodland. Walkers and runners may enter; the route is not suitable for wheelchairs or dogs.

A single lap, undulating trail of about 7 miles through Adel Woods, Scotland Woods and Meanwood Park in Leeds, organised by Valley Striders AC with chip timed results, age group prizes and basic facilities at Old Leo's Rugby Club.

A 10 mile trail race through Radnor forest in Mid Wales on 23 August 2026, held in aid of the Special Care Baby Unit in Hereford. The route reaches Black Mixen at 2130 ft and includes forestry roads, moorland and tree covered single track.

A trail half marathon across the Dunstable Downs on 23 August 2026, starting from Creasey Park in Dunstable. The self navigated route includes checkpoints, guide runners and a GPX file and offers on site facilities and a finisher medal.

Take on the Trunce 8, a classic Peak District fell race starting and finishing at Oxspring Playing Field. The 6.2 km route climbs 190 m and entry is on the day for £3, with a junior 3 km race for over 10s at £1.

Golf Ball Fell Race is organised by Rossendale Harriers on 26 August 2026. Entry is on the day and runners should carry the recommended FRA kit, which may be checked depending on conditions.

Take on the classic Holcombe Two Towers fell race on Wednesday 26 August 2026 in the South West Pennines, a challenging 4 mile course with 400 m of climb through rugged moorland. Expect steep trails, great views and a lively community atmos..

A pop up evening running event in Kirkstall, Leeds offering 5k and 10k routes along canal-side paths. Entry is available on the night or online and runners receive a jumble medal plus food and drink options.

A non stop 130 mile canal towpath race from Liverpool to Leeds run under UK Athletics rules. Open to runners aged 20 and over, the event has a 40 hour limit and a limited number of unsupported entries with regular feed points.

Nottingham Running Festival at Nottingham Racecourse in Colwick Country Park features a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and junior race, supports Nottinghamshire Hospice, and includes medals, free photos, chip timed results and an event village.

A chip timed, multi-terrain 10 km through Pershore and nearby countryside, finishing in Abbey Park with Pershore Abbey nearby. Entry is online, limited to 325 places and restricted to participants aged 18 and over.

MacTuffX Bedford on 30 August 2026 at Barkers Lane features ten Xercises and ten runs (400m or 800m) with Solo, Doubles and Relay entry options; a LITE weight division and a detailed leaderboard are available.

The 55th Cilcain Mountain Race is a 7.4 km mountain event with 380 m ascent on the Clwydian Range. It includes Welsh Athletics senior short inter regional and North Wales regional championships and features junior races behind the showgroun..

A 10th anniversary village trail race in Upper Denby featuring a 5.6 mile undulating course through fields, woodland and the Quaker Village at High Flatts, with homemade flapjack for finishers and prizes across age categories.

A scenic 10 km fell race around Sir William Hill starting and finishing in Eyam, sponsored by The Barrel Inn, with post-race BBQ and prizes, plus a 3 km junior on-the-day race for ages 11 to 16.

Hades Hill is usually the final evening fell race of the season, a roughly 8 km / 5 miles route with about 360 m ascent over Brown Wardle, Middle Hill and Hades Hill. A 24 minute cut off applies to reach the top of Brown Wardle and FRA kit..