Trail Running calendar near Ludlow 2026-2027

Run the Shropshire Historic 50K from Telford Town Park to The Quarry Park in Shrewsbury on 16 May 2026, via Ironbridge, Buildwas Abbey and Wroxeter Roman City. Officially measured with chip timing, nutrition stations and free photos.

Experience the beauty of the Cotswold Hills starting from the historic Sudeley Castle. Choose from five trail distances ranging from a 7 km short course to a 51 km ultra marathon through picturesque English countryside.

Test your grit on a Royal Marines designed obstacle course through the Cheshire mud. Choose between 6 km and 10 km routes featuring over 30 tactical challenges and a vibrant event village celebration.

A 26.2 mile walk and run around the White Peak village of Alstonefield with 4800 feet of ascent and descent, six manned checkpoints and finish food included; the event supports local good causes.

Experience a traditional Peak District fell race in Youlgrave featuring a 5.8 mile route across rough trails and open fields. This community event supports village facilities and offers a technical course for seasonal runners.

Tackle a steep 3 km fell race up Shutlingsloe in the Peak District on Sun 17 May 2026 with 270 m of ascent for a short punchy challenge. On the day entry is available and the race is part of the Wildboarclough fete.

Explore the scenic parish of Deddington on a 5k, 10k, or 20k run through local farmland. This community event supports local schools and the Firefighters Charity while welcoming runners of all abilities.

A short fell race from the field beside the Lantern Pike pub in Little Hayfield, running straight up Lantern Pike and back. Entry is on the day for seniors for a small fee and a separate shorter junior race follows the main event.

A one-lap trail event of about 10 km around Quarry Bank Mill and Styal woods on mixed surfaces and undulating terrain. The 2026 course was altered and entries for that edition were limited.

An off road 10 km trail around Barbury Castle near Wroughton, featuring tracks, grass and Smeathes Ridge. The event is fully marshalled, supports Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity and includes a finishers medal and post race refreshm..

Join this monthly trail running series at Wirral Country Park featuring an 8 km course. Open to all runners aged 16 and over the event offers both individual race entries and full series rankings for various age categories.

The Batch Bash is a short, sharp fell race in Shropshire featuring a 4.8 km course with 305m of climb. It takes place on an evening in May. Entries are available in advance or on the day.

Tackle the Peak District on 21 May 2026 at the Parks Life fell race in Belper Parks Recreation Ground. Choose the main 7 km route with 210 m climb or shorter junior races for U12 and U10, with on the day entries available.

A BS Category fell race in Castleton on 22 May 2026 with a 9.2 km course, 427 m climb, and a ridge route that returns from Hollins Cross. Entry is through SiEntries, open 15 March to 20 May, minimum age 18, fee £8.

An evening fell race in Carsington Village on 22 May 2026 covering 9.5 km (6 miles) across pasture, tracks and steep hills with views of the Peak District and Carsington Water. It is organised by Carsington & Hopton CARE and runs under FRA..

Run 145 miles non stop along the Grand Union Canal from Birmingham to Little Venice on a fully waymarked towpath. Limited to 100 starters with supported or unsupported entries and a 45 hour cutoff, it is a classic long distance challenge.

A 26.2 mile trail marathon near Bridgend with mixed terrain, quarry and forestry sections, and a route past the Bedford ironworks. Places are limited to 60 runners and the course is marked with GPX and five feed stations.

Enjoy a lively 6.5 km hill run on Mynydd Myfyr near Oswestry with mixed terrain and 150 m of climbing, supporting Trefonen Hill Walk Weekend. Entry on the day welcome; scenic views and prizes make it a rewarding spring challenge.

A chip timed *10k* trail run on 24 May 2026 that starts and finishes at Bredon Cricket Club. The marshalled route climbs to the 299 m summit of Bredon Hill and all finishers receive a medal.

Choose your own distance on a flat, scenic 5.3km loop along the River Mersey. This timed event gives you 7 hours to run as many laps as you like, from a single lap to an ultra. Every participant earns a finisher's medal.