Trail Running calendar near Lichfield 2025-2026

The Stanage Struggle is a friendly 9.9km fell race held in Hathersage, starting from St Michael’s Primary School. The course features a challenging 355m climb and is classified as a category B fell race under Fell Runners Association (FRA) rules. Designed as an accessible introduction to fell runnin..

The Brown Clee Burn is a challenging 11-kilometer multi-terrain running event held in Stoke St Milborough, UK. The course features steep technical climbs, long descents, and offers stunning views, catering to a range of runners seeking a tough and scenic race. The event starts and finishes at the vi..

Cirencester AC’s Chedworth Roman Trail offers two trail races set in the Cotswold countryside near Cirencester, Gloucestershire. The 10-mile (ish) single loop and a newly added 5-mile (ish) loop pass through Stowell Park, the Coln Valley, and close to the Chedworth Roman Villa. It’s a challenging mu..

The Cannock Chase Trail Runs take place in the scenic Cannock Chase Forest near Rugeley, north of Birmingham, designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The event offers 5km and 10km trail runs suitable for all abilities, with no cut-off times, making it accessible to everyone. Participant..

MLN Dale Barracks, Chester is the second event in the MLN 25-26 league, staged on the Dale Barracks complex, the surrounding housing estate, and the northern training area. Courses range from Blue 6.6 km/125 m with 25 controls to Red 4.7 km/55 m with 18 controls, with Green and Light Green options o..

The Thieveley Pike Fell Race, organized by Clayton-le-Moors Harriers, is a challenging 4.3-mile (7 km) race featuring 1,310 feet (400 m) of ascent. The course starts near the Ram Inn in Cliviger, close to Burnley, and follows a flagged and marshaled route that includes boggy fields, steep climbs, mo..

The John Hewitt Memorial Shelf Moor Fell Race, organized by Glossopdale Harriers, is a challenging 6-mile (9.6 km) fell race with 1,499 feet (457 m) of ascent, held near Old Glossop in the Peak District. The flagged and marshalled course features notable landmarks including three nearby aircraft wre..

NSCCL 2025 Round 1 – Betley Farm is a North Staffs Cross Country League event held at Betley Farm, Betley, covering traditional cross-country courses across North Staffordshire and South Cheshire. The meet features four races with combined team and individual scoring, emphasizing first-claim members..

The 10k Rauceby Estate Run Summer takes place on the Rauceby Estate in Lincolnshire. The course covers approximately 10 kilometres (just over 6 miles) and is described as a brand-new all-terrain route. A standout feature is that at least a quarter of the route traverses private land that has never h..

The Town to Tower 10K is an uphill race starting in the market town of Ruthin, North Wales, and finishing at the summit of Moel Famau, the highest point in the Clwydian Hills. This challenging 10-kilometer course ascends to the Jubilee Tower at over 550 meters above sea level, offering stunning view..

Thunder Races offers trail running events in Bedfordshire, featuring multiple distances including 10km, 25km, and 50km to suit all skill levels. The races take place in the scenic Harrold-Odell Country Park, providing runnable terrain and beautiful views that enhance the outdoor experience. Designed..

The Runaway Challenge, organized by Circuit Running, is a 6-hour timed running event held in Skellingthorpe, Lincoln. Participants can choose distances ranging from 5K up to an ultra marathon within the time limit. The course is a flat, out-and-back 4.37-mile loop along a tarmac path on an old railw..

Ladybower Reservoir Trails 54k, organized by RunThrough UK, takes runners on a spectacular 54-kilometre loop from Hope Valley, starting and finishing in Hope Village. The course climbs to Win Hill and threads past Ladybower, Derwent and Howden reservoirs, then sweeps onto rolling moorland with Back..

Cheshire Ring Ultra 100 is a 100-mile ultramarathon organized by GB Ultras around Manchester, finishing at The Piazza, Media City, Salford Quays. The route threads together the Cheshire Ring canal network, linking the Bridgewater, Macclesfield, Trent & Mersey, Ashton, Rochdale and Peak Forest can al..

The Stuart Learmouth Undulator Fell Race, organized by Wirksworth Running Club, is a classic 13.7 km (8.5 miles) fell race in the Peak District featuring 457 meters (1500 feet) of ascent. Starting at Stoney Wood near the Lime Kiln pub in Wirksworth, the challenging course combines steep climbs, rock..

The Credenhill Canter is a multi-terrain 10K race organized by Wye Valley Runners, taking place in Credenhill, Hereford. The course winds through country lanes and woodlands, offering a scenic and varied running experience. The race starts near the local church and finishes at the Credenhill Social..

Wild Run Cotswolds is staged at Cornbury Park, Charlbury, Oxfordshire, within the Wychwood forests. The event offers a 10K loop with options for a half marathon, marathon (four loops), or a 360° challenge (six hours to complete as many 10K loops). The course uses private estate trails, mixing smooth..

Ilam 3 Peaks is a classic, fully marked fell race held at Ilam Primary School, Ilam (DE6 2AZ). The 6.4 km (4 miles) loop climbs Bunster Hill, crosses a river, and races between three summits, delivering around 520 m of ascent. The route is described as a lung-busting start with fast sections in betw..

The Delamere Forest Wildwood Trail Series offers a scenic and challenging trail running event in Cheshire, featuring a Half Marathon and 10K race. Set within the picturesque Delamere Forest, the course includes two laps for the half marathon and one lap for the 10K, traversing dense woodlands, rolli..

Bournville Leafy 10k is a 10-kilometre multi-terrain race held in Bournville, Birmingham, with the start and finish at Rowheath Pavilion on Heath Road. The course winds through parkland and leafy paths, featuring off-road sections on grass and uneven ground. The event fosters a friendly, community a..