Trail Running calendar near Loughborough 2025-2026

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.

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.

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 remote gritstone moors around Haworth, Todmorden and Hebden Bridge in the Haworth Hobble, a classic off road endurance race. In March 2026 the 51 km route can be wintry and demanding, with feed stations and mandatory kit for a true f..

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.

Run the undulating multi terrain trails at Sherwood Pines on 15 March 2026, choosing from a new 20 Mile, half marathon, 10k or junior run. This Gold Badge event offers bespoke medals, free photos and prizes for top finishers.

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.

The ZigZag 2026 Moo-rathon, Calf and Hen K at the Farm is a trail running event held at Hyde Hall Farm, SG9 0RU. Returning for its third year, the event offers multiple distance options including 10k, half marathon, full marathon, and ultra..

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..

Take on a scenic Trail Marathon or 20 mile route around North Wingfield in Derbyshire, mixing trails, fields and woodland with runnable climbs. All finishers get a medal and warm refreshments and proceeds support Spaniel Aid UK.

Thornbridge Brewery in Bakewell hosts the TFG Beer & Pudding Races, with 7 km and 13.5 km scenic trail routes in the Peak District. Waymarked courses and small group starts lead to a brewery finish where beer and Bakewell pudding await.

Run the flat, scenic Rochdale Canal towpath at the Canalathon Ultra Running Festival with 10km, half marathon, 50km and 100km options for all abilities. Enjoy chip timing, aid stations, showers, goody bags, medals and post race food.

Experience the Petzl Night Trails 10K at Salcey Forest under torchlight, with Petzl demo head torches on site. Enjoy a flat two lap trail, a canicross option and post race hot drinks plus a medal or tree planting token.

Take on the Elephant Challenge at Salcey Forest on 24 March 2026, tackling repeated 3.5 mile loops over six hours. Runners, walkers, canicross and ruckers welcome, with an option to support Roald Dahl charity.

Run the Wild Half Marathon brings a guided 13 mile trail through the Chiltern Hills with rolling chalk climbs and wooded trails. English Athletics run leaders group you by ability, offer coaching, and a midcourse refreshment stop and finish..

Run the traffic free Monsal Trail from Bakewell on 28 and 29 March in this two day weekend event. Choose a scenic Half Marathon or 10k that threads through four tunnels and across the Monsal viaduct with sweeping Derbyshire Dales views.

Run from the iconic Combe Gibbet to Overton in this scenic 16 mile point to point through Hampshire's hills, trails and mud. Well marshalled and offering great countryside views, it's a classic late March challenge on 29 March 2026.

Run Upcote Spring Trail is a limited entry 5 mile off road route around Upcote Farm near Cheltenham, featuring forest tracks, climbs and scenic Cotswolds views. Expect chip timing, medals for all finishers and a friendly festival vibe.

Challenge yourself at Ultra In The Black Country, a 32 mile loop around Baggeridge Country Park near Dudley on 29 March 2026 with waymarked trails, canal towpaths and tunnel sections. Enter solo, as a pair or in a four person team for a med..