Trail Running calendar near Lightmoor 2026-2027

A Category A fell race of about 18 km with 1200 m ascent around four fan summits between Merthyr and Brecon. The route is clockwise this year and requires map and compass navigation and full fell kit.

Join the Calton Crawl on Tue 9 Jun 2026 in the Peak District for an energetic 8.5 km trail run with 244 m of climb, offering great views and a proper challenge. Friendly village hall base and day entries welcome for a low cost event.

Tackle the Coppice fell race in Accrington on Tue 9 Jun 2026, a spirited 6.6 km course with 310 m of climb starting from the Whitakers Arms. Day entry only means it is ideal for last minute plans and teams are welcome.

A 5 mile charity trail run in Epperstone on 9 June 2026 raising funds for The Brain Tumour Charity. The undulating course includes a short hill, offers individual and club prizes, and is limited to 375 entrants.

An evening trail event at Wentworth Castle Gardens on 10 June 2026 with 5 km and 10 km courses, live chip timing, and free on site parking. The event is canicross friendly and finishers receive a medal and snack.

Tackle the Boar's Head fell race in the Peak District on Wed 10 Jun 2026. This BM 8 mile course climbs 402 m from the Boar's Head Hotel, welcomes teams and on the day entries for £5; entrants must be 18 or older.

A short fell race near Mold covering 5.6 km with 366 m of climb on a partially marked route. Day entry is £4 and the minimum age is over 16.

A 5 mile multi terrain trail race in Longdendale valley with two loops around Valehouse reservoir, held at United Utilities Visitor Centre in Tintwistle on 10 June 2026. Entry is limited to 300 runners and competitors must be at least 15 ye..

A Category B short fell race in Horwich around Two Lads, listed as 8.4 km (5 miles) with 274 m ascent; registration and presentation are at The Ale House and prizes include a £50 course-record cash award.

A multi terrain 11.2 km race and a chip timed family fun run at Gnosall Family Sports Club on 13 June 2026. The course follows canal towpath, farmland, woodland and a boardwalk and includes technical shirts, medals and official timing.

A point-to-point 15 mile trail race along the Offa's Dyke footpath between Hay-on-Wye and Kington with three water stations, relay options at mid-race handover points, and age-group prizes.

A multi-distance trail event in the Cotswolds on 13-14 June 2026 centered at Cirencester basecamp, offering strong route support, GPS tracking, regular rest stops, medical cover, camping and finishers awards.

Manchester Backyard Ultra at Giants Seat Scout Camp is a timed-loop endurance event on 13 June 2026. Runners repeat a roughly 6.7 km loop each hour until one runner remains; a torch is required for night laps.

A timed, multi-lap event at Chorlton Water Park using a 5.3 km out and back course along the River Mersey. Runners can cover one lap up to an ultra within a seven hour limit and all participants receive a finishers' medal.

Run the 9.5 km Wincle Trout fell race in the Peak District, featuring a 320 m climb and a river crossing. The event is part of the lively Wincle Village Fete. A shorter 3 km junior race is also available.

A new approx 12k off road race at Rother Valley Country Park on 13 June 2026, organised by Killamarsh Kestrels Running Club. Participants receive a mug and goody bag and have access to tea, coffee and cakes at the finish.

A long-standing Green Events race in Llanwrtyd Wells where runners compete directly with horses over mountainous terrain, timed electronically. The event has enforced cut-offs and an escalating jackpot for any runner who beats the first hor..

A muddy 5k obstacle course at Sandwell Valley Country Park organised by Cancer Research UK, with wave starts, on-course obstacles and a finishers medal. Entry fees and a minimum fundraising target apply; participants must be 13 or older.

An evening trail run at Bodenham Arboretum on 13 June 2026 offering 5 km and 10 km options; mixed-terrain routes, online-only entry with limited places, and funds raised for local charity and scout group support.

A fell race held since 1986 at The Whistle Inn near Garn yr Erw, Blaenavon, with an 8 km/300 m ascent option and a 5/984 ft option. Entries are accepted on the day or online and runners should carry appropriate safety kit.