Trail Running calendar near Meriden 2025-2026

Tackle varied off road terrain at Ultra:5K on 12 July 2026 near Bedford, choosing 15 km, 25 km or 50 km by running 5K laps on the hour every hour. All finishers get a bespoke medal and can enjoy sports massage and snacks between laps.

Tackle the classic Peak Forest Fell Race in the Peak District, a tough 9.7 km course with 247 m of climb across rugged moorland. Well marshalled, the race finishes in the village with hot drinks and cakes.

Trunce 6 in Oxspring on Mon 13 Jul 2026 is a testing 6.2 km Peak District race with about 190 m of climb from Oxspring Playing Field, main race for 16 and over. Enter on the day for £3 and juniors over 10 can run a 3 km race for £1.

Take on a classic Peak District fell race in Bamford on Wednesday 15 July 2026, a thrilling 4.5 mile course with 305 m of climb and spectacular views. Pre entry is recommended as day entries are limited.

Join Totley AC for the Blacka Moor Chase, a scenic trail race of about 7 km across Totley Moor and Blacka Moor Woods with a steep, technical descent via Piper Gate. Expect rural charm, pavilion facilities and a lively club atmosphere.

Explore Manchester on foot with Beyond Manchester on 18 July 2026, offering 55 km ultra and 25 km trail routes starting and finishing in Castlefield. City canals, Salford Quays and leafy trails combine for a scenic urban adventure.

Race The Light at Wendover Woods offers scenic 5K and 10K trail routes plus a fully accessible 1.5K loop, set amid woodland trails with chip timing and souvenirs for finishers. All proceeds support the Chilterns Neuro Centre.

Join scenic trail races at Winwick Hall on 19 July 2026 with 10k, 5k and family 2k across mixed terrain and rolling hills. Finishers get medals and free photos while a tea room and parking make it a great day out.

Join the ATW St Albans Summer 10K on 19 July for a chip timed, single lap route along the flat, tree lined Alban Way. Family fun run, kids zone, live music and food in the event village create a festival finish.

Enjoy the Wye Valley Tunnel Run along the scenic Greenway, including the 1 km Tidenham Tunnel and riverside railway paths. Distances from kids Colourburst to marathon make this a family event with waymarked routes and on course feast statio..

Tackle trails and a climb to the Iron Age hillfort at Croft Ambrey on 19 July 2026, with 5 mile and 10 mile options. Fully marked courses, water stations and marshals make the scenic Herefordshire challenge welcoming to all abilities.

Tackle a classic Peak District fell run from Glossop Rugby Club up to The Nab, a challenging 4 miles with 365 m of climbing and great views. Open to runners 16 and over with pre entry and on the day entry and team places available.

Enjoy the Fellrunner in Sheldon on Thu 23 Jul 2026, a spirited 4 mile fell run across the Peak District with around 162 m of climb. On the day entry is £8 and all fees support Sheldon village funds.

The Beacons Way Ultra is a stunning but demanding 100 km trail across the Brecon Beacons high ground including Pen y Fan. 24 hour cutoff and 250 places by application make this race ideal for experienced navigators with strong hill fitness.

Tackle an epic 100 mile ultramarathon across the Brecon Beacons National Park, summiting iconic peaks and crossing wild mountain trails. Limited to 250 runners with live GPS tracking and full checkpoint support, this is a true test of endur..

Join the Railway Ultra on 25 July 2026 for a scenic riverside run along a disused railway between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth, passing industrial heritage sites. Pick distances from 9 to 37 miles and enjoy aid stations and nearby pubs.

Tackle Alderman's Ascent, a classic fell race in the South West Pennines with 8.5 km and over 400 m of climb, passing the Pots and Pans monument and Shaw Rocks. This tenth anniversary race on 25 July 2026 is a counter for the English Fell R..

Scenic flat trail around Maidenhead Commons and Summerleaze Lake on 26 July with 5K to half marathon options. Event base at the Sports Bar with marshals, chip timing, unique medal and free race photos for a friendly community day.

Take on a rugged 18 mile fell race across Pennine moorland and rocky climbs with about 1,285 m of ascent from Cartworth Moor. Entries are limited to 200 with pre entry and day slots, and a raffle supports Holme Valley Mountain Rescue.

Explore the scenic Dove and Manifold valleys with the Dovedale Dipper, a trail running and challenge walking event based in Hartington in the Peak District. Choose the 15 mile Little Dipper or the tougher 26 mile Big Dipper on 1 August 2026..