Trail Running calendar near Loggerheads 2026-2027

Run the Stockport Trail Half Marathon along the scenic Middlewood Way and Macclesfield Canal near Marple. Chip timing and a relaxed non competitive wave make it perfect for racers and social runners alike.

Take on Mr Sparkle's Dark Un, an 8.1 km night fell race across moorland with stiff climbs, mud and a final descent on 27 Feb 2026. A headtorch and full body cover are required and places are limited, pre entry only.

Join a weekend fell and trail running retreat in the Black Mountains, Wales from 27 Feb to 1 Mar 2026 at Dinas Castle Inn. Guided runs on the Dragons Back ridge, skills coaching and bunkhouse accommodation make for an inspiring weekend for..

Celebrate the tenth anniversary of the Chester Ultra 50 Mile, a 50 mile trail ultramarathon around North Cheshire linking the Sandstone Trail and Helsby Hill. Expect rugged singletrack, seven checkpoints and a tough but rewarding 17 hour cu..

Enjoy 24 mile across the Dark Peak and South Pennine Moors in a fully supported scenic challenge. Limited to 150 entrants with checkpoints and finish soup, this is a rewarding day out for experienced hill walkers.

Castle 2 Castle Ultra is a 32 mile ultramarathon from Powis Estate to Caffi Wylfa, taking runners over fast paths and rolling footpaths with scenic castle views. Finishers get a celebratory plate and goodies and top three men and women win..

Take on a scenic 25 mile circular across South Shropshire with 4675 ft of climbing and a 10 hour time limit, starting and finishing at Minsterley Village Hall. Organised by LDWA Marches Group the event is currently full and new entries will..

Join Phoenix Running Manchester's Dragonfly Run at Hardy Farm for a timed, multi distance challenge on a flat riverside towpath. Enjoy a bespoke finisher medal option, cakes at aid stations and a £1 donation per runner to Glossop Cat Rescue..

The Wingerworth Wobble is a scenic 4.66 mile trail race from Wingerworth across fields, hills and woodland with a runnable hill finish. All finishers receive a medal and refreshments and proceeds support the local school.

Take on the Cannock Chase Wildwood Trail Series on 28 Feb 2026 at Birches Valley, a scenic yet testing woodland course with steep climbs, fast descents and technical, muddy trails. Half and 10K with canicross options and eco wooden medals.

Cloud Nine is a classic 9 mile fell race from Congleton to the summit of Bosley Cloud and back, offering rugged trails and great views. Entry is by pre registration only, places are limited and FRA mandatory kit rules apply.

Enjoy scenic trails around Pitsford Water with 10k and half marathon options that take in village paths, country lanes and lakeside views. Trail shoes and a personal cup are advised as the races are cupless; all finishers get a medal.

Join Scrimshire's Scramble, a community trail 10K around North Leverton Windmill with mixed off road terrain and sweeping countryside views. Finishers get windmill milled flour, a sustainably designed medal and a jar of local honey.

Ilkley Moor Fell Race on 1 March 2026 challenges experienced runners with an 8 km course and 401 m of climb over steep, slippery, rocky terrain. Part of the FRA 50 at 50 list, the partly marked route requires mandatory kit and navigation.

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.

Take on the Loggerheads Trail 5 km or 10 km at Loggerheads Country Park on 7 March 2026, including a 5 km canicross option and member entries. Enjoy varied riverside and technical trails, a few challenging steps, and friendly on site suppor..

Explore Saddleworth moorland and reservoirs with CraggRunner's Saddleworth Res's event, with three unmarked self navigated trails from 25 to 60 km. Pre entry required; expect rugged moorland, checkpoints, support and a post race meal.

Run a flat, traffic free canal towpath at Burton Waters near Lincoln beside the historic Roman Fossdyke. Choose a half marathon, marathon, ultra or the seven hour timed challenge and chase a medal by completing a measured lap.

Run the Scott Sports Dirty Dozen, a 12 km loop across Cannock Chase with muddy singletrack, climbs, fast descents and the notorious Ditch of Doom. Kids course, on site parking and a bespoke finisher medal complete the day.

Tackle a scenic but testing 6.8 km fell course around Dolgarrog with 417 m of climb, hosted at Canolfan Porthlwyd. Entry on the day; minimum age 16 makes it perfect for adventurous runners.