Trail Running calendar near Lichfield 2026-2027

Two routes start and finish at Buxton Community School and traverse the western Peak District, passing Axe Edge, Goyt Valley and Fernilee Dam. Checkpoints, refreshments and a finish meal are provided; dietary options available.

Wild Run Cotswolds showcases rugged off road trails on a private estate with fully marked routes, chip timing and a family friendly supporter zone. Entries are limited to 600; choose 10K, half, marathon or the six hour 360 challenge.

A club organised 12 km fell race with about 490 m of ascent around Old Town, Hebden Bridge, including a flagged section through the private Castle Carr estate. Pre-entry is required and strict FRA kit rules apply.

A cross country race in Thorpe, Derbyshire on 4 October 2026 with a 4 3/4 mile main course and a 1 1/4 mile Mini Dash for children. The routes run along field paths and include a river crossing at the Stepping Stones.

A junior fell running race in the Pennines for ages 6 and up. The 2 km course starts near a classic pub. Entry is available on the day.

A single-lap **5K** in Roundhay Park, Leeds, taking in the lake and a climb to the Mansion House. Multi-terrain, undulating course with chip timing, finisher medal and individual prizes; entries limited and close 28 September 2026.

Test your endurance at MacTuffX Brierley Hill in October 2026. Choose between 400m and 800m intervals in solo, double, or relay formats for a unique racing experience. This event is open to all participants aged 18 and over.

Set in the scenic Sence Valley Forestry Park, this flexible 6 hour event allows you to run as many 3.3 mile laps as you choose. Experience a mix of woodland trails and lakeside paths with distances ranging from 5k to ultramarathon.

An hourly backyard ultra at Turvey House where runners complete a 4.167-mile (6.7 km) loop each hour, with solo, pairs, 8-hour and 7-hour capped options, chip timing, aid station, first aid and prizes.

Inflatable 5K in Cheltenham on Saturday 10 October 2026 is a five kilometre obstacle course made of inflatables. Recent listings show a five star rating and 34 bookings in the past week.

A trail event from Camp Plas in the Cambrian Mountains offering 20, 32 and 40 mile routes, marked support and eco friendly camping with on-site amenities and stocked checkpoints.

A 55 km circular, self navigated trail around the Forest of Dean that mixes technical single track, riverside running and ridge views. Beechenhurst is race HQ; aid stations, medical support and a separate canicross category are provided.

An off road 8.9 km race with 267 m of climb around Tideswell. The course passes Peters Stone and reaches the Hay Cop trig point before returning to finish at Bishop Pursglove Primary School.

A guided trail half marathon in the Chiltern Hills covering about 21.1 km with roughly 300 m of ascent. Runners are grouped by ability and accompanied by qualified Run Leaders, with a midway refreshment point and a finisher’s medal included..

A 13.1 mile trail race on 10 October 2026 around Drone Valley Brewery in Unstone, Derbyshire. The route mixes forests, fields and riverside paths, includes one aid station, a finisher medal and a voucher for a free pint or non alcoholic opt..

Run the Sheffield TenTenTen at Endcliffe Park, a lively mixed terrain 10k through grass, paths and woodland that welcomes all abilities. A 2.5k fun run invites kids and families for a friendly, accessible day of outdoor running.

Run through the scenic woodland tracks of Cannock Chase Forest in this autumn festival featuring trail races for all ages. Enjoy chip timed results and a unique themed medal in a spectacular natural setting.

Take on the Withins Skyline, a scenic 10.1 km fell race near Haworth in the South West Pennines with roughly 300 m of climb. Friendly entries, series options and a Cadbury Curly Wurly plus free coffee await at the finish.

A roughly half marathon fell race around the Goyt Valley and up to Shining Tor. The mostly off road course is waymarked at junctions, includes two water points and finish food, and requires full Fell Runners Association kit.

Experience the scenic Cambridgeshire countryside with 10k and half marathon trail races around Grafham Water. These fully marked and marshalled routes offer beautiful reservoir views and a variety of local tracks.