Trail Running calendar near Liverpool 2026-2027

Tackle the classic Eskdale Elevation fell race in the Lake District, a testing 20.2 km route with 1455 m of climb across dramatic fells. Enter on the day for £10 with proceeds going to charity.

Experience the Run for Wildlife Spring 10K at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, a running safari on mixed terrain with glimpses of lions, giraffes and rhinos while supporting the Wildlife Foundation. In-person entries include park entry but are curr..

Run the scenic Tissington Trail on 26 April 2026 with marathon and half marathon options along a traffic free, mixed terrain route from Ashbourne to Parsley Hay. Enjoy bespoke medals, free photos and a welcoming trail atmosphere.

Trail races of 21 km and 42 km take place in Delamere Forest on 26 April 2026. Routes pass Blakemere Moss and the Sandstone Trail with marked kilometres, aid stations, parking, and mandatory kit requirements.

A Category AM fell race on 26 April 2026 starting at Torside Car Park, the course covers 12.9 km with 452 m of ascent along the Pennine Way to Bleaklow Head and back. Entries are managed via SiEntries and organised by Start2Jog Running Club..

A Peak District fell race on 26 April 2026 covering about 15.4 km with 600 m climb. Online pre-entry only, 18 plus, limited to 300 runners, full FRA kit required and team categories are available.

Join the Bunny Run Relay in the South West Pennines for a playful team race of three, each running a short hilly leg. On the day entries only, eggs serve as batons and every finisher gets a Cadbury creme egg.

Take on the Ian Charlesworth Hartcliff Hill fell race in Penistone on 28 April 2026: a spirited 7.4 km loop over fields and rough tracks with great views and friendly marshals. Fast, well marked and ideal for club teams.

Orchan Rocks is a classic fell race in the South West Pennines on Tue 28 Apr 2026, starting at the Staff of Life pub in Todmorden. Tackle a punchy 5.4 km course with 280 m climb, open to runners aged 14 and over with pre entry or day entry.

A midweek fell race in Wray on 28 April 2026 covering 11 km with 335 m climb. Entry is on the day only with a £5 fee and teams of three are permitted.

Enjoy a scenic riverside run on the Trans Pennine Trail with 5 km and 10 km routes, mostly flat and fast. Limited to 150 runners, finishers get a drink from Piglove Brewery and night runners must carry a headtorch.

Fo(e) Edge is a compact fell race in the South West Pennines on Wed 29 Apr 2026, sending runners over 4.1 miles with 300 m of climb from Cowpe Village Hall. Entry on the day is £5 and teams are welcome for a spirited midweek test of hill le..

A six hour lap event at Pooley Country Park near Tamworth where runners complete 3.3 mile laps on mixed grassland and park paths. Distances range from a single 5k lap up to many laps within the time limit.

The Clowbridge 5k Spring series final on 30 April 2026 is a two lap trail race around Clowbridge Reservoir with 25 m of elevation. Open to ages 11 and over, the series awards prizes and donates proceeds to local causes.

A 50 mile trail ultra in the Yorkshire Dales around Malham with 2593 m of ascent and five staffed checkpoints. It follows the Pennine Way and Yorkshire 3 Peaks routes and requires prior marathon experience and mandatory kit.

A guided mountain run over the 15 Welsh 3,000 ft peaks in Snowdonia, covering about 30 miles 50 km and 4,000 m of ascent. Guide support, transport to the start and premium food stations are included in the entry fee.

A circular 30 mile ultra through mid Wales on 2 May 2026, starting and finishing at Dol Lys Camp Ground in Llanidloes. The route follows Sarn, Glyndwr’s Way, Severn Way and Wye Valley Walk and reaches the source of the River Severn.

Run the May the Fourth trail races on 2 May 2026 across scenic Long Mynd from Carding Mill Valley, with half marathon and full marathon options. Limited entries and a virtual option mean great views for hill and trail fans.

A classic Lakeland fell race on 2 May 2026 around Coniston, covering about 14 km with 1,065 m of ascent and three summit checkpoints. Pre entry is required, entries are limited to 300, and full kit and map and compass navigation are require..

Join the Cake Race on Sat 2 May 2026 in Diggle, starting from the Diggle Hotel, for a scenic 16 km fell challenge over the Pennines. Fast times, team prizes and a quirky cake reward for bakers make this a must do spring race.