Trail Running calendar near Matlock 2026-2027

Join the Stoodley Pike fell race at Todmorden on 7 July 2026 for a sharp 5 km challenge with 213 m of climb and stunning moorland views. On the day entries welcome for £5, minimum age 14; car sharing is requested.

Experience a scenic 9.9 km fell race featuring an 820 foot climb past the iconic Black Rocks to Cromford Moor. This marked trail course starts from Cromford Meadows and follows the canal towpath for a fast and varied circuit.

A marked high moor fell race of about 7 miles with 366 m of climb in the South/West Pennines on 8 July 2026. Registration is at the Packhorse Inn car park, pre entry is via SiEntries and on the day entry may be limited to 120.

Take on the Stiperstones Fell Race in Snailbeach on Wed 8 Jul 2026, a rugged 6.7 km course with about 375 m of climb across classic Shropshire ridgelines. Pre entry is £7 or pay £10 on the day, with junior races available.

Part of the Northants 5K Series, Race 4 runs in Fermyn Woods Country Park on Wednesday 8 July 2026 over multi terrain through an ancient woodland. Finishers receive a bespoke 5K medal and a virtual entry option is available.

Experience an off road 10 km single lap through the trails of Wyre Forest in this summer evening race. This inclusive event welcomes canicross runners and offers a focused racing environment starting from the Callow Hill Visitor Centre.

Experience an undulating 6.4 mile multi terrain course through rural landscapes. This chip timed race starts and finishes at the Royton Cricket Club with full facilities available for all participants.

Experience a traditional category BS fell race in South Yorkshire. This undulating 6.4 kilometre course offers a focused running experience with prizes across various age categories and cash rewards for new course records.

A point to point 59 mile ultra following much of the River Severn from Shrewsbury to Worcester, with four check-points, vegan and gluten free food options, mandatory kit requirements and a bespoke finisher medal and head visor.

A 10 km trail run at Coombe Abbey Park through woodland and meadows with variable underfoot and an undulating route. Tiered entry fees apply, biodegradable cups are provided on course and there is a charity partnership with Roald Dahl’s Mar..

A six-hour trail event at Coombe Abbey Park with a 3.3-mile marked lap. Run, walk or hike as many laps as possible within the time limit; course uses stone paths and grassland with on-site parking and facilities.

Experience an obstacle course weekend at the historic Belvoir Castle featuring Sprint, Super, and Beast distances. Tackle hills and woodland trails with over 30 obstacles available across a variety of race formats.

A two day multi sport festival at Duncombe Park combining timed trail running segments and social camping. Entry includes camping, timing chip, food vendors and live music, with a 6 km night run and 10 km, 20 km or 30 km Saturday routes.

A 57-mile point-to-point ultramarathon along the Severn from Travelodge Worcester to Travelodge Stonehouse, with four checkpoints offering vegan and gluten free options, mandatory kit requirements and a minimum average pace of 4.0 mph.

Races run from Slaithwaite along the Huddersfield narrow gauge canal, including a 3.5 mile tunnel. Four distances from 5k to marathon with feed stations roughly every three miles and marshals along the route.

Circular off road running and walking routes from Hallow through twelve parishes, with distances from 10 to 40 miles, staffed checkpoints, on-route snacks, and a hot meal and certificate at the finish.

Trail distances of 10K, half (13.1 mi) and full marathon (26.2 mi) on the Shropshire Hills from Carding Mill Valley, with waymarked routes, aid stations, a medal, marshals and a cake competition.

Take on the New Embsay Fell Race on Sat 11 Jul: a punchy 2.5 mile course with 195 m of climb through the Yorks Dales. Part of the village fete, enjoy entertainment and refreshments and easy on the day entry for a fun community challenge.

Take on the Charlesworth & Chisworth Carnival Fell Race on Sat 11 Jul 2026 in the Peak District, a testing 5 km / 3.1 mile course with 180 m of climb. Pre entry and entry on the day plus junior races make this a great community running day.

Phoenix Blaze is the second race in a 2026 Summer Series at Hardy Farm on 11 July 2026, featuring timed laps on a 5.3 km riverside course so participants can complete distances from 5 km up to ultra within a seven hour limit.