Trail Running calendar near Liverpool 2025-2026

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.

Scenic but demanding trail runs across Saddleworth moorland and reservoirs in three distances that require navigation to checkpoints. Entries include timing, refreshments and a post event meal, with medical and mountain rescue on standby.

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.

Celebrate the 40th Two Crosses Circuit on 8 March 2026 from Greenmount, with scenic routes across Western Pennine reservoirs and moors. Choose 26 or 18 mile options for runners and walkers and enjoy a challenging countryside adventure.

Take on the Granny's Bay Challenge in Lytham St Annes, a scenic 6 hour timed event along the Ribble estuary with coastal views and a flat tarmac course. Only 100 places available and a medal awaits anyone completing one lap.

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.

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..

Run the Punk Panther Welcome Way on 14 March 2026 in Otley, a scenic trail through moorland, rivers, canals, reservoirs, farmland and woodland. Pick distances from 13 to 50 miles and help celebrate Punk Panther's 100th event with fellow tra..

Grindleford Gallop in March tackles Peak District hills with a tough 21 mile option plus shorter 23 km and 15 km routes for runners and walkers. Expect rugged trails, great atmosphere and postrace massage.

Tackle an 18 km loop from Hayfield up to Rushup Edge and back through classic Peak District trails, with steep climbs and sweeping views. Staggered starts, on course support and a finisher medal make this a rewarding spring challenge.

Enjoy a two day festival at the Brynkinalt Estate with canicross on day one and scenic trail 5k and 10k races on day two. Expect rolling estate trails, great views and a friendly festival vibe.

Tackle a classic Peak District 50 km trail loop from Hayfield, following the Pennine Bridleway, Pennine Way and Limestone Way with 1840 metres of ascent. Ranger Safety Team support, GPX route, on course refreshments and eco medals await fin..

Run the rugged Black Mountains at Beast of the Blacks on 14 March 2026, with 11, 20 or 40 mile routes offering stunning views and testing terrain. Fully waymarked courses and supportive checkpoints make for a memorable mountain running day.

Run the Nant Yr Arian Silver Trail on 14 March 2026 across scenic Cambrian Mountains, with a half marathon, 10 km and junior races for all ages. Enjoy an event village, charity support and great mountain views.

Take on the Haworth Hobble, a 51 km moorland traverse around Haworth, Todmorden and Hebden Bridge across rugged gritstone trails and exposed moors. This challenging fell race demands navigation and winter skills for a bold spring adventure.

Run through ancient trees and rolling contours at the DirtRun Wyre Wizard Trail in Wyre Forest. Choose a 13 mile half marathon or 7.6 mile Super Seven for scenic trails, medals and on course support.

Enjoy two scenic fell races in Otley on 21 March 2026, choosing 14 km or 9 km routes across classic fells and trails. Limited entries and every finisher gets a complimentary pint of Craven ale.

Take on Otley's scenic 10 km fell race on 21 March 2026, with 390 metres of climbing through Chevin Forest and Surprise View. Organised by Great Owl Running, the single lap starts and finishes on Station Road with post race refreshments at..

Run through pastoral trails at Hyde Hall Farm for the Moo Marathon experience with distances from 10k to ultra to suit every runner. Expect lap based routes, a bespoke finish medal and cupless aid stations.

Take on the Link Challenge 2026, a 20 mile trail run or hike linking six picturesque villages around Bury on 21 March 2026. Enjoy woodland and meadow views, guided checkpoints, a finisher Sunnywood neck gaiter and the feel good of supportin..