Trail Running calendar near Lightmoor 2026-2027

A 59 mile point to point ultramarathon following much of the River Severn from Shrewsbury to Worcester. The race has four checkpoints with vegan and gluten free options and enforces a minimum pace of 4.0 miles per hour.

A *10 km* trail race at Coombe Abbey Park on 10 July 2026, run over two laps through woodland, meadow and grass with on-course water and basic facilities. Tiered entry fees apply and optional charity donations are available.

A six hour, self paced lap event at Coombe Abbey Park on a 3.3 mile loop of stone paths, meadow and tree cover. Runners choose how many laps to complete; rucking is allowed and an eco friendly tree token is available instead of a medal.

Midlands Spartan Weekend at Belvoir Castle (July 10-12, 2026) features Sprint, Super, Beast, a Kids Race and Hurricane Heat, arranged as a Trifecta Weekend so racers can complete Sprint, Super and Beast across one weekend.

Gyrn Gallop is a 10.6 km fell race from Rhiwlas Village near Llansilin with about 350 m of ascent on a partially marked course requiring some experience. Entry on the day is £7 and the minimum age is over 15.

A two person relay to the summit of Moel Famau and back over about 6.5 km with 350 m of climb. Night registration and a small on the night entry fee, with parking options that depend on ground conditions.

A point to point 57 mile ultra along the Severn Way from Worcester to Stonehouse, passing Upton-on-Severn, Tewkesbury and Gloucester. Four checkpoints offer vegan and gluten free options, finishers receive a bespoke medal and a head visor.

On 11 July 2026 an event in the Black Mountains offers distances from half marathon to 50 mile. Routes are self navigated with GPX files and supported by checkpoints, tracking, food provisions and medical cover.

Trail races in Llanberis on 11 to 12 July 2026 include 10K, half, marathon and a 57 km ultra that pass Rhyd Ddu, Beddgelert, Nant Gwynant, Pen y Pass and Yr Wyddfa. The event offers an event village, on course support and chip timing.

A 24 hour trail challenge from Llanberis around Yr Wyddfa where solo runners or relay teams aim for as many ascents and descents as possible. The event is UTMB indexed, has event village facilities, on course support and charity fundraising..

Trail races from Slaithwaite follow the Huddersfield canal out to Tunnel End, with four distance options, on course feed stations and marshals. Parking is limited and registration is at Slaithwaite Community Centre.

A circular outdoor challenge from Hallow with five waymarked routes through 12 local parishes, distances from 10 to 40 miles. Entry includes checkpoint refreshments and a hot meal at the finish.

Trail event at Carding Mill Valley offering 10K, half marathon and marathon routes across the Shropshire Hills and Long Mynd, with marked trails, aid stations and a medal included.

Take on the Charlesworth & Chisworth Carnival Fell Race on Sat 11 Jul 2026 in the Peak District, a testing 5 km / 3.1 mile course with 180 m of climb. Pre entry and entry on the day plus junior races make this a great community running day.

A timed, multi lap run at Parc Taf Bargoed using a 5.3 km out and back lap. Distances range from 5 km to ultra with a seven hour limit and a medal or no medal entry option.

Phoenix Blaze is the second race in a 2026 Summer Series at Hardy Farm on 11 July 2026, featuring timed laps on a 5.3 km riverside course so participants can complete distances from 5 km up to ultra within a seven hour limit.

A short 1.6 km hill race with 95 m of climb on Sugar Lane in Rainow on 11 July 2026, held as part of the Rainow Village Fete. Open to runners aged 8 and over with entry on the day.

A charity trek at Tittesworth Reservoir offering 10, 20 and 30 mile routes, team entry options and a mandatory kit list. Proceeds support a climate resilient water, sanitation and hygiene project in Bangladesh.

A Pretty Muddy 5k obstacle course at Abington Park in Northampton, with mixed-path and grass terrain. The event supports Cancer Research UK, has on-site parking and facilities, and requires participants to be at least 13 years old.

A charity Pretty Muddy 5k at Cofton Park on 11 July 2026 with a grass, partly hilly obstacle course. Participants must be 13 or older and receive a fundraising pack, back sign and a finisher medal.