Trail Running calendar near Market Harborough 2026-2027

Join the scenic Nottingham Running Festival on Sunday 30 August 2026 at Colwick Park, with distances from a 5K and junior race up to a four lap half marathon around lakeside paths. Enjoy an event village, sustainability focus, free photos a..

Tackle a scenic trail 10K or half marathon through Alexandra Gardens with distant views of Windsor Castle. Chip timed results, free race photos and a lively event village make this a great day out for runners and supporters.

Join Worcester Woods parkrun every Saturday where Pershore Plum Plodders often gather to run, chat and enjoy refreshments after the run. Friendly, community focused and great for beginners and regulars alike.

Experience the Eyam Fell Race on 1 September 2026, a challenging 10 km route over Sir William Hill with waymarked, marshalled trails. Finish back in Eyam for prizes, a barbecue and drinks in the courtyard.

Run at sunset through Ickworth Park near Bury St Edmunds on 4 September 2026 with 5k and 10k options and chip timed results. Scenic woodland and meadows, medals for all finishers and trophies for top placers; bring grippy shoes and a torch.

Challenge yourself on the Great Longstone Chase, a classic fell race in the Peak District with 4.8 miles of rugged trail and 290 m of climb. Limited to 200 pre entered runners, the event also offers junior races and post race refreshments.

Enjoy scenic River Thames trails at the Henley River Races with half marathon, 10K and junior races plus an event village for food and drink. Sustainability focused with chip timed results, free photos and unique themed medals.

Groovy Baby Love is a Peak District fell race from Hayfield Scout Hut on Sat 5 Sep 2026, 16 km with 675 m climb across unmarked ground. Mandatory kit and navigation skills required; pre entry and day entries available.

Run the rugged beauty of the Shropshire Hills at Battle of the Borders, starting from Carding Mill Valley and tackling the dramatic Long Mynd ridges. Choose marathon, half marathon or 10K on waymarked, scenic but rewarding trails.

Enjoy the Longshaw Sheepdog Trials Fell Race, 5 September 2026, in the Peak District. A challenging 7.1 km route across the Longshaw estate with steep climbs and fast descents. Limited places and free sheepdog trials entry for runners.

Join a scenic charity 10k across Staffordshire countryside, starting and finishing at the canal side Hartley Arms in Wheaton Aston. With only 150 places, the race finishes with music and food at the pub to celebrate local charities.

The Exterminator wraps up the Totley AC series and starts and finishes at Totley AC Pavilion in Sheffield. Expect 27 km and about 1,066 m of ascent across moorland, woodland and fields for a rewarding challenge.

Take on the Stretton Skyline, a scenic yet demanding 30.5 km fell race around Church Stretton with 1357 m of climb and panoramic Shropshire Hills views. Pre entry only, finishers enjoy a tasty goody bag.

Woodchester Trail Challenge on 6 September 2026 is a demanding eight mile hilly woodland run through Woodchester Park with a new start and route. Expect a metal finisher medal and a strict two hour cut off.

Enjoy a Peak District fell race at Oxspring Playing Field, a punchy 6.2 km course with 190 m of ascent through scenic terrain. On the day entries welcome for a modest fee and the event is part of an eight race series.

The Robin Hood 100 is a scenic 100 mile ultra from Retford that follows the Chesterfield Canal into Sherwood Forest, looping past the Major Oak and historic estates. Expect mostly gentle terrain, well supported aid stations and a friendly u..

Take on the Thames Path Ultra Challenge on 12 and 13 September 2026 along the scenic towpath from Putney to Henley. With distances from 10 km to 100 km, full support and a festival vibe, it suits runners and walkers alike.

Ultra X England brings rugged multi distance trail racing to the Peak District from Edale on 12 and 13 September 2026. Choose from short to ultra distances, enjoy fully marked routes, stocked aid stations and epic scenery.

Tackle a 20 mile off road endurance route across the Peak District on 12 September 2026, navigating by map and compass and enjoying stocked checkpoints along the way. This challenging fundraiser supports Edale Mountain Rescue Team.

Scenic half marathon through historic Richmond Park on Sunday 13 September 2026, starting and finishing at Sheen Gate. Tackle rolling trails past White Lodge and along the Tamsin Trail in this beautiful 13.1 mile challenge.