Trail Running calendar near Lichfield 2026-2027

The world's largest inflatable obstacle course is coming to Bakewell in 2026. This 5k course is bigger and bouncier, promising a fun day out. Participants will tackle a series of inflatable obstacles.

Experience the beauty of the Peak District with a range of trail races from 12km to 110km. This event offers single and multi stage options through iconic ridgelines and moorland trails for runners and walkers.

Traverse twenty miles of high moorlands and gritstone edges in the Peak District. Use your map and compass navigation skills to complete this off road journey in support of mountain rescue.

A countryside walking event from Wistanstow Village Hall offering 12, 18 or 26 mile routes through the Shropshire Hills AONB with staffed checkpoints, route maps, transport for shorter courses and a post-walk meal.

Test your endurance at MacTuffX Manchester with high intensity interval racing. Choose between solo or team categories featuring 400m and 800m repetitions in a competitive format.

An off-road full and half marathon through Bronte Country on 13 September 2026, run under FRA rules with marked feed stations, chip timing, route GPX and organised reccy runs.

On Sunday 13 September 2026 at Bakewell Showground the Derbyshire Dales Trail Run offers three scenic routes including a Half Marathon, 15K and 9.5K that follow the Monsal Trail beside the River Derwent.

Tackle the Ilam Three Peaks fell race on Sun 13 Sep 2026 in the Peak District, a punchy 6.4 km route with 520 m of climb across classic fell terrain. Pre entry required, so book early for this steep, scenic challenge.

Experience a traffic free trail run through the historic Holdenby House estate with distances ranging from 10km to 50km. Enjoy rolling Northamptonshire views and woodland paths on this private country estate.

A one lap 10K trail run through Yarrow Valley on 13 September 2026, routed along woodland paths and riverside trails with crossings of the River Yarrow. Based at the Flaming Grill Pub, entry is listed at £16 and every finisher receives a me..

Experience the beautiful trails of the Colne Valley with this six mile race over moorland and woodland. Enjoy a fully marshalled route featuring a climb up Slaithwaite Moor followed by a fast descent to Zapato Brewery.

Experience an annual fun run at Barton Abbey in Oxfordshire featuring 10k and 5k courses on undulating terrain. Join several race distances or a flexible family fun run to support the maintenance of Steeple Barton Church.

A two-lap trail 5k around Clowbridge Reservoir from Rossendale Valley Sailing Club. Part of a three-race September series, open to ages 11 and over with about 25 m elevation gain and prizes in each race.

A multi-distance running and trekking event in the Peak District on 18-19 September 2026, offering routes from 25 km up to 100 miles with GPS tracking, aid stations, guided group options, and post event support.

Enjoy a flexible timed event along the scenic River Mersey at Chorlton Water Park. Choose your own distance from 5km up to an ultra marathon on this flat and fast riverside trail course.

A 12 hour Backyard Ultra near Crickhowell with 4.167 mile loops split between trail and tarmac. Runners must complete eleven hourly loops and race the final loop to decide the winner.

Race 47 miles along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Painswick, traversing the rolling hills of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This licensed continuous trail challenge runs under UK Athletics and TRA rules.

Test your endurance at Wyre Forest in a unique hourly loop challenge where you choose your distance. Complete the 6.7 km forest circuit every hour to stay in the race until only the Lone Wolf remains.

A 40 mile ultramarathon in and around Buxton on 19 September 2026 that combines trail and road sections and marks the event's 40th anniversary. Entries are for ages 18 and over and a 14 hour time limit applies.

A single stage, approximately 102 mile trail race along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Bath, with a 32 hour completion time and route markers, support stations and medical cover on the course.