Trail Running calendar near Little Stretton 2025-2026

Windy Hill is a winter fell race near Oldham with a challenging 12 mile route over Pennine moorland and big climbs. Limited to 300 runners, it finishes at the Rams Head where hot soup awaits.

Take on scenic, undulating trails through Cannock Chase Forest with options from 5 Mile to 20 Mile to suit every trail runner. Enjoy a welcoming race day vibe, bespoke medals and free photos for finishers.

Warm up your winter at the Manchester Winter Warmer Run in Heaton Park on Sunday 8 February 2026, with 5k, 10k and half marathon options across an undulating park course. All finishers get a medal and you can optionally fundraise for Shelte..

Take on the Muddy Woody, a runnable 6 miles of forestry and single track with steep climbs and fast descents at a new Aconbury Court Farm venue on 8 February 2026. Expect chip timing, a bespoke Muddy T shirt and hot drinks after the race.

Take on the Anglezarke Amble, a scenic challenge walk from Rivington across the West Pennine Moors. Choose the 24 mile long route open to runners and finish within 10 hours to enjoy checkpoints, refreshments and a finisher certificate.

Run around scenic Carsington Water with a choice of half marathon or 10K along undulating reservoir trails. Kilometre markers, a themed medal and post race goodies await at this friendly RunThrough event.

Take on the Winter Half Tour of Bradwell on Saturday 14 February 2026, a challenging 28.2 km fell route across classic Peak District terrain. Expect winter conditions, dramatic views and a friendly, well organised event with electronic timi..

Explore the Severn banks on the Winter Railway Ultra, a scenic multi distance trail along a disused railway through Ironbridge to Bridgnorth. Choose from 9 to 37 miles and soak up industrial heritage on this unique February run.

Tackle the classic Doctors Gate Fell Race from The Queens Arms in Old Glossop, a rugged 12.7 mile route with nearly 3000 ft of ascent. A testing fell running challenge and FRA English Champs event with pre entries required.

Ironwood Challenge is a scenic six mile trail through ancient woodland and hilly fields above Long Ashton, with mixed terrain and famously muddy sections. Chip timed, the race offers post run cake and supports Wellspring Counselling.

Take on a scenic off road 9.5 km two lap course around Kinver Edge and the famous Rock Houses in Stourbridge. Open to runners 14 and over, the event promises finish goodies, a medal and prizes for top male and female finishers.

The Sorbrook Slog on 22 February 2026 is a testing yet scenic 7 mile multi terrain run across footpaths, fields and country lanes around Sorbrook and Sluvad. Friendly local race with marshals, tea, cake and prizes; enter online by 19 Februa..

Take on the Chester Ultra 50, a scenic 50 mile trail ultramarathon near Chester on 28 Feb 2026 through Helsby Hill, Delamere Forest and the Sandstone Trail. Expect rugged terrain, about 849m ascent and limited places.

Take on the South Pennine 24 on 28 February 2026, a challenging 24 mile winter route across Dark Peak moorland from Dovestone Reservoir. Suited to experienced walkers and runners, with checkpoints, flexible starts and a ten hour limit.

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.

Take on the 43rd South Shropshire Circular on 28 February 2026, a 25 miles route with about 4675 ft ascent that tests navigation and endurance. The course is revealed on the day with checkpoints and a 10 hour time limit.

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.

Run 70k along the Taff Trail from the Brecon Beacons to Nantgarw, enjoying reservoirs, viaducts and valley views on a fully marked one way ultra. Bus transfers and strong on course support help you focus on the run.

Take on the Brecon to Cardiff Xtreme, a rugged 75 km mountain ultra across 11 summits, or join the Taff Xtreme Marathon for the scenic second half of the route. Both routes finish at Coleg y Cymoedd and demand strong navigation and grit.