Trail Running calendar near Market Harborough 2025-2026

Explore Northamptonshire on the Shires and Spires Anti Clockwise Edition, offering 10K up to a 35 mile ultra across scenic roads and trails. Waymarked routes, checkpoints and GPS support make this a great test of stamina and navigation.

Tackle the Merrell Cannock Chase Challenge on 16 May 2026 at Tackeroo Campsite with 10 km, half or full marathon over scenic off road trails. Limited to 500 entries, enjoy rolling terrain, aid stations, free parking and a finisher medal.

The Shindig in the Shire showcases scenic routes past Ironbridge Gorge and the Iron Bridge, with some climbs to keep it lively. Pick 8, 16 or 26.2 mile courses and enjoy finisher bling, ales and pub food at The Unicorn Inn.

Run the scenic Berkshire Downs at the Compton Downland Challenge on 16 May 2026, with 26.8 mile or 16 mile trail options along the ancient Ridgeway. Expect climbs, muddy paths, aid stations, chip timing and a hearty post race BBQ.

Run a scenic 50k through Nottinghamshire villages and countryside, weaving between breweries along footpaths, bridleways and minor roads. Start and finish at Milestone Brewery and collect a commemorative event pint glass when you finish.

Tackle the Leaden Boot Challenge: a scenic 26.2 mile walk or run around the White Peak from Alstonefield with about 4,800 feet of climbing. Enjoy checkpoints, hearty finish fare, and support for local charities.

Take on the Pommie Panter Fell Race in Youlgrave, Peak District, a rugged 5.8 mile route with climbs, limestone descents and marshy sections finishing on the village high street. All profits support local village facilities and a friendly c..

Grim Reaper Running Festival at Grimsthorpe Castle Estate on 23 and 24 May 2026 features races from 10 to 100 miles and a 100 mile team relay. Camp on site and run a scenic 10 mile loop through ancient woodland and lakeside trails.

Take on the Grand Union Canal Race, a nonstop 145 mile ultra from Birmingham to Little Venice along scenic towpaths. Limited to 100 starters with a 45 hour limit, it welcomes supported and unsupported runners for a true canal challenge.

Farmmageddon is an endurance weekend at Hyde Hall Farm offering looped trail racing on a scenic 5.3 km course. Choose from timed challenges up to a 100 mile two day event with buckle and medal rewards for finishers.

Join a scenic 26.2 mile marathon in Richmond Park over three laps of the Tamsin Trail and park perimeter. A 3 mile kids challenge follows, with on course drink stations and medical support for a safe, memorable morning.

Beat The Sunset 50km in Maidenhead is mainly off road, a flat single lap along the Thames Path and Jubilee River for a scenic ultramarathon. Chip timing, live tracking, feed stations and a finisher medal make it welcoming.

The The Maverick Peak District Trail will take place in Bakewell on Saturday 30 May 2026. This trail is organized by Maverick Race. You can run between 10 and 52 kilometers.

Take on the Ridgeway Challenge, an 86 mile point to point trail race along Britain’s ancient Ridgeway from Ivinghoe Beacon to Avebury. Tackle the full route in 28 hours for a true long distance test across rolling chalk downland and prehist..

The Circuit du Sore Legs is a unique running event held at Wodson Park Sports and Leisure Centre in Ware, Hertfordshire. Participants run on a traffic-free 400-meter athletics track, with distances ranging from 5k to a 6-hour challenge, inc..

A scenic 5.5 mile memorial fun run from Worksop College through Clumber Park, with marshals and a finisher medal. Organised by Worksop Harriers, the event supports Cancer Research and welcomes runners aged 16 and over.

Join the Griffin Challenge at Braybrooke Taproom on 3 June 2026, a six hour looped event on the Griffin Trail where runners, walkers and hikers do as many laps as they like. Celebrate after with coffee, pastries and a cold beer.

Event overview The event takes place on Friday, 05 June 2026 as a 7 hour timed challenge. Participants may run any distance they choose within the time limit. The minimum distance to be an official finisher is 3 km. The normal lap length is..

Run the clock at Suffolk Back Yard Ultra Festival in Thetford Forest, completing a 4.167 mile loop each hour until one runner remains to win £1,000. Expect forest trails, on site camping, hot food and a lively community vibe.

Join the Divorce Day Defib Fundraiser for a fun, scenic run from Coalport Village Hall along the Silkin Way and over Ironbridge. Choose 8, 16 or marathon distances and embrace fancy dress with top hats and tiaras to boost spirits.