Trail Running calendar near Martley 2025-2026

Take on the Caradoc Classic, a scenic 3.5 miles fell race from Church Stretton climbing about 268 m. Part of the local Summer Series, this friendly community event includes junior races and on the day entries.

Take on the classic Shining Tor fell race in the Peak District on 13 May 2026, a scenic 9.4 km challenge with 311 m of climb. Expect rough trails, great views and a friendly fell running atmosphere for adults of all abilities.

Challenge yourself on the OTT Marathon and 10 Mile Race through the stunning Brecon Beacons on 16 May 2026. Both start and finish at Parkwood Dolygaer on scenic but testing looped routes with mountain climbs and great views.

Take on the True Grit Trail Marathon, a 26.2 mile mixed terrain challenge through Bedford Park and the Celtic Trail near Bridgend on 16 May 2026. Expect steep climbs, technical underfoot sections, five feed points, a finisher medal and just..

Take on the Compton Downland Challenge on 16 May 2026, choosing a scenic 26.8 mile marathon or a 16 mile route around the Berkshire Downs and ancient Ridgeway. Expect varied, sometimes muddy trails, great aid stations and a hand thrown mug..

Tackle scenic rolling trails on Cannock Chase at the Merrell Cannock Chase Challenge, with 10 km, half marathon, marathon and a two person relay. Limited to 500 runners, the course rewards singletrack, ridge views and muddy fun.

Enjoy scenic trails around Ironbridge Gorge at The Shindig in the Shire, with challenging climbs and great views through Ironbridge and Jackfield. Choose 8, 16 or marathon distances then celebrate with pub food and finisher bling.

Join the Semington Slog on 16 May 2026 for a scenic 10K or family 2K around the village, canal towpath and leafy lanes. A friendly community fundraiser at St Georges School with marshalled routes, children’s activities and tasty food, plus..

Take on the Maverick Cotswolds Trail at Sudeley Castle and enjoy rolling trails, charming villages and historic views. Routes from 7 km to 50k, fully marked and timed with outposts and a finisher medal to celebrate your run.

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.

The Leaden Boot Challenge is a 26.2 mile run and walk in the White Peak with about 4,800 ft of climbing. Enjoy scenic checkpoints, hot local food at the finish and a finisher certificate and cloth badge.

Challenging 5.8 mile fell race around Youlgrave in the Peak District with 876 ft of climb across trails, fields and limestone descents. Entries are limited and all profits go to local village facilities for a friendly community race.

Run the classic fell at Shutlingsloe in the Peak District, a short yet steep 3 km climb with 270 m of ascent that rewards strong legs and bold lines. Entry on the day is £5, junior races are included and the race is part of the village fete..

Join the Deddington Four Farms Challenge on Sunday 17 May 2026 for 5k and 10k routes around the picturesque parish of Deddington. Open to experienced runners, fun runners and families, it is a friendly event supporting local charities.

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.

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.

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.

Take on Bluebell's Revenge, a Peak District fell race from the Bluebell Inn near Belper on Wed 27 May 2026. The 5.5 mile route climbs 315 m, is limited to 125 runners, accepts pre entry or cash on the night and finishes back at the pub.

Run the full 86 mile Ridgeway from Ivinghoe Beacon to Avebury Stones across sweeping chalk downland with a 28 hour time limit. Aid stations and navigation support make this a classic long distance trail challenge.

Explore the Peak District from Bakewell Showground with Maverick Race's Maverick Peak District Trail on 30 May 2026. Choose 6 km, 10 km or 28 km routes across moorland, river valleys and Pennine paths for panoramic views and pure trail runn..