Trail Running calendar near Lichfield 2026-2027

An off road event at Pengethley Manor offering 5k, 10k, half, full marathon and ultra distances with a seven hour limit. Virtual entries and themed medals are available.

A six hour lap event at Ryton Pools Country Park near Coventry where runners, walkers and canicross participants complete as many 3.3 mile loops as they can. A share of entry fees supports Roald Dahl's Marvellous Children's Charity.

Two races from Kirkstall Bridge Inn: an approximately 16 km trail along canal and riverside paths including Calverley Cutting, and a fast, flat 10 km out-and-back on the Leeds Liverpool Canal, with marked routes and limited entry.

A 10km race in Sowerby Bridge that starts on muddy trails and returns on tarmac. The course is one way, entries are limited to 100 runners, and an official hoodie can be pre ordered as the event memento.

The May Hill Massacre is a demanding 7-8 mile cross-country run in Gloucestershire, featuring steep climbs and muddy trails. A longer 14-15 mile Mayhem option is available for those seeking an extra challenge.

An evening running event at Westonbirt Arboretum on 6 February 2027, with 5 km and 10 km routes that pass through collections of over 2,500 trees. The surface is solid underfoot and ticket sales are currently sold out.

Test your endurance at the Wadsworth Trog fell race in the South and West Pennines. This 31 km event features over 1100 meters of climbing and requires navigation skills for participants traversing the Hebden Bridge landscape.

A backyard ultra near Crickhowell using 4.167 mile loops and a 12 hour cap, where the first eleven laps are hourly completions and the final lap is a race to decide the winner.

A winter running event through Westonbirt Arboretum's tree collections offering 5 km and 10 km wave entries on Sunday 7 February 2027. The organiser is Relish The Great Outdoors and tickets are currently sold out.

Join this 5 km canicross adventure through the scenic woodland tracks of Irchester Country Park. This dog-friendly event features a staggered start, professional support, and finishers medals for both runners and their canine partners.

Choose your distance from 5k to Ultra on a tough off road course at Pengethley Manor. Experience vineyard trails with a seven hour time limit and unique medal options for individuals or pairs.

A 50 mile trail ultramarathon around Chester on 27 February 2027, covering 849 m of ascent with seven checkpoints and live GPS tracking. The race is licensed, awards ITRA and UTMB index points, and has a 17 hour cut-off.

Three ultra trail distances around the Black Mountains near Crickhowell on 6 March 2027. Fully marked routes with GPX available, canicross friendly, mandatory kit checks and onsite support.

Traverse the rugged moorlands and valleys of Saddleworth in this trail event featuring distances of 26, 43, and 62 kilometers. Experience a diverse landscape of reservoirs, boulder fields, and high tracks with full timing and medical suppor..

The Loggerheads Trail will take place in Mold on Saturday 6 March 2027. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

Explore the scenic Northamptonshire countryside with 10k and Half Marathon trail races at Pitsford Water. Enjoy fully marshaled routes through local villages and alongside the water with professional on course support.

Harrold Odell hosts fully marked, fully supported trail races on 13 March 2027 in 25 km and 50 km distances. Generous cut-offs and runnable terrain aim to reduce navigation and pacing concerns for participants.

Experience a 50km trail loop from Hayfield through the scenic Peak District. This self-navigating ultra follows the Pennine Bridleway and local trails with full safety team support and eco-medals for all finishers.

Experience the beauty of the Peak District on an 18km trail run from Hayfield to Rushup Edge. Enjoy flexible start times and a scenic route along the Pennine Bridleway with full safety team support.

A 32 mile loop from Baggeridge Country Park near Dudley on 21 March 2027. The mostly traffic free route uses disused railway lines and canal towpaths, includes three checkpoints and a mandatory head torch section through the 2.7 km Netherto..