Manchester
Trail Running Calendar near Manchester 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Manchester for 2026-2027! We've gathered 260 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
An eight hour event in Delamere Forest where runners complete as many 6.02 km mixed terrain loops as possible; every finisher receives a recorded time and a medal.
A 3 hour mountain marathon score event in the Dark Peak. Run solo or in a pair, navigating with a waterproof map. Post race refreshments are provided.
A three hour fell score event in Edale where competitors choose their own routes across Peak District hills, score controls, and compete solo or in pairs.
A circular half marathon through Warrington that follows canals, the River Mersey and the Trans Pennine Trail on Sunday 18 October 2026.
A 5.2 mile trail race at Fairway Primary School on 18 October 2026 with chip timing, prizes, beer for finishers, and proceeds supporting the school PTA.
Half marathon and 10k on the Monsal Trail in Bakewell, passing four tunnels and Monsal viaduct on a traffic free multi terrain route over two race days.
Night of the Undead Zombie Run at Haigh Woodland Park is a mixed terrain 5.15 km fun run with zombie zones, flag lives, manual timing and glow in the dark medals.
Traditional point to point fell race of 12 km with 351 m climb, finishing outside the Fleece on Haworth Main Street.
Fell race from the Summit Inn in Littleborough covering 4.3 miles with over 800 ft of ascent, junior categories and Halloween costume prizes.
A 9.5 km trail race with 500 m ascent from Monsal Dale to Monsal Head, combining flat trail sections and a direct climb of Fin Cop.
Timed trail laps at Hardy Farm along the River Mersey with a seven-hour window; proceeds support Save The Rhino and local charities.
Night trail races at Delamere Forest on 31 October 2026 offering 10 km and half marathon distances, a spooky Halloween fancy dress theme and a free kids 1 km.
Trail runs of 7 km and 11 km through Goyt Valley on 31 October 2026 with chip timing, finish medals and a T shirt option.
November 2026
Five mile trail race in Sankey Valley Park near St Helens with marshals, limited parking, finishers' goody bags and prizes; minimum age 15.
Trail races in Hartington on 1 November 2026 offering 8.4 km and 16.4 km routes plus local cheese samples and a Hartington Cheese Shop goodie bag.
Inclusive canicross at Mere Sands Wood with a timed 1 mile on mostly flat scenic trails and an optional 2.5 km social run.
A 5 mile trail across Billinge that crosses three counties, with climbs including Sheep Hill and a Friday evening Smart Nav navigation event.
A 10 km Category BS fell race on 7 November 2026 with about 350 m ascent, run on a fast muddy course featuring a steep descent off Stoodley Pike.