Trail Running calendar near Lightmoor 2025-2026

Tackle the South Pennine 24 on 28 Feb 2026 at Dovestone, a fully supported 24 mile route across wild moorland and scenic Dark Peak trails. Enjoy checkpoints, hot soup at the finish and a friendly atmosphere with limited places.

Take on Cannock Chase Forest on 28 Feb 2026 with a half marathon or 10K across marked pine and heathland trails, featuring steep climbs, fast descents and muddy technical terrain. Dog friendly with canicross places and finisher medals.

Castle 2 Castle Ultra is a sold out 32 miles run from Powis Estate in Welshpool to Caffi Wylfa in Chirk, blending fast flat paths, rolling footpaths and open views. Prizes await top finishers and everyone gets a finisher plate and goodies.

Cloud 9 is a scenic 9 mile fell race from Congleton to Bosley Cloud and back via the Bridestones with about 1250 ft of ascent. Off road, chip timed and well marshalled, it supports the National Trust.

Take on scenic trails around Pitsford Water with 10k or half marathon options, starting and finishing at Brixworth Country Park. Expect waymarked routes, on course support, a finisher medal and race photos in a friendly countryside setting.

Run Scrimshire's Scramble on Sunday 1 March 2026, a scenic off road 10K from North Leverton Windmill with muddy trails and wide countryside views. Small field charity event supporting the 212 year old mill where finishers get locally milled..

Tackle undulating trails, muddy paths and a shallow stream crossing on an adventurous six mile route at Baggeridge Country Park. Join the Action Heart Tuff Un on 1 March 2026 to test yourself and support a West Midlands cardiac charity.

Join the St David's Day Dragon Run at Dare Valley on 1 March 2026, a relaxed seven hour challenge where you choose how many laps to run. Expect scenic trails, medals from 3 km and tasty goody bags with vegan options.

Explore riverside paths and rocky trails at Loggerheads Country Park with 5 km, 5 km canicross and 10 km options on 7 March 2026. Varied terrain, steps and scenic views make this a fun and rewarding challenge for runners and their dogs.

Explore Saddleworth reservoirs in this self guided trail race offering 25, 44 and 60 km across tracks, bogs and boulders. Enjoy post event food, showers and mountain rescue cover while using live Open Tracking for results.

Tackle the Scott Sports Dirty Dozen, a 12 km loop through Cannock Chase on muddy trails with tough climbs and fast descents for an off road challenge. Family friendly with a short U14 course, free camping and parking and post race photos.

Hannington Hike in Wellingborough on 8 Mar 2026 offers two waymarked walks of about 15 and 27 miles for LDWA members and guests. Enjoy checkpoints with snacks and hot drinks and a certificate and badge at the finish.

The CODopoly Triple is a friendly multi day running event in Shropshire where you can run one, two or all three days. Choose 8 mile, half marathon or marathon courses and soak up Ironbridge and south Telford views at The Unicorn Inn.

Take on the Pennine Bridleway PB18km on 14 March 2026, an 18 km trail with 806 m ascent from Hayfield to Rushup Edge. Enjoy a self navigating route, an aid station at the turn and medals for finishers with a staggered flexible start.

Tackle a rugged 50 km loop from Hayfield across the White and Dark Peak with 1840 m of ascent and on course support to keep you moving. This self guided route follows classic Pennine trails for stunning scenery and a proper trail challenge.

Enjoy scenic trails at Nant Yr Arian on 14 March 2026 with half marathon, 10 km and junior races. Waymarked routes, marshals and a village with food and coffee make this charity trail a great day out.

WODland - Endurorun is an inclusive trail running event taking place in Holmfirth, Great Britain, on March 14, 2026. Participants can choose from various distances, including 5km, 10km, and 20km, or take on the unique 6-hour challenge, wher..

Join the Brynkinalt Running Festival on 14 and 15 March 2026 at the scenic Brynkinalt Estate for canicross Saturday and trail runs Sunday with 5k and 10k options. Expect estate footpaths, views, music, a finisher medal and podium prizes.

Take on the Beast of the Blacks in the stunning Black Mountains of Wales with 11, 20 or 40 mile trail options, fully marked and well supported. Canicross friendly and rich with aid stations and great views for all abilities.

Grindleford Gallop takes you across the White Peak on a scenic 21 mile course with sweeping Baslow Curbar and Froggatt edge views. Volunteer run and fundraising for Grindleford Primary School, it mixes challenge with stunning scenery.