Trail Running calendar near Meriden 2026-2027

Experience a traditional Peak District fell race in Youlgrave featuring a 5.8 mile route across rough trails and open fields. This community event supports village facilities and offers a technical course for seasonal runners.

Tackle a steep 3 km fell race up Shutlingsloe in the Peak District on Sun 17 May 2026 with 270 m of ascent for a short punchy challenge. On the day entry is available and the race is part of the Wildboarclough fete.

Explore the scenic parish of Deddington on a 5k, 10k, or 20k run through local farmland. This community event supports local schools and the Firefighters Charity while welcoming runners of all abilities.

A short fell race from the field beside the Lantern Pike pub in Little Hayfield, running straight up Lantern Pike and back. Entry is on the day for seniors for a small fee and a separate shorter junior race follows the main event.

The Ridge Off Roader is a trail run through the scenic Chiltern Hills. It offers a half marathon and a 10k route, plus a fun 1k for kids. All proceeds support the local school.

Smash Sherwood is a running event at Sherwood Pines Forest Park on 17 May 2026 offering 5k, 10k, 16k and a junior race with on-site parking, toilets and a café; finishers receive a medal and a t shirt.

A fixed, well marshalled 10.5 km race around Totley Moor starting and finishing at the Totley AC pavilion. The Category B medium route covers road, track and moorland with 440 m of climb and a 250 runner limit.

A one-lap trail event of about 10 km around Quarry Bank Mill and Styal woods on mixed surfaces and undulating terrain. The 2026 course was altered and entries for that edition were limited.

An off road 10 km trail around Barbury Castle near Wroughton, featuring tracks, grass and Smeathes Ridge. The event is fully marshalled, supports Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity and includes a finishers medal and post race refreshm..

The Batch Bash is a short, sharp fell race in Shropshire featuring a 4.8 km course with 305m of climb. It takes place on an evening in May. Entries are available in advance or on the day.

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.

A BS Category fell race in Castleton on 22 May 2026 with a 9.2 km course, 427 m climb, and a ridge route that returns from Hollins Cross. Entry is through SiEntries, open 15 March to 20 May, minimum age 18, fee £8.

An evening fell race in Carsington Village on 22 May 2026 covering 9.5 km (6 miles) across pasture, tracks and steep hills with views of the Peak District and Carsington Water. It is organised by Carsington & Hopton CARE and runs under FRA..

Test your endurance at Hyde Hall Farm with a variety of trail challenges ranging from 10k to a 100 mile ultra. Enjoy a scenic 5.3 km loop with full support including an aid station and on site parking.

Multi distance running event at Grimsthorpe Castle Estate on May 23 to May 24, 2026, with solo races of 10, 40, 70 and 100 miles and a 100 miles team option. The marked 10 mile loop passes woodland, estate roads and a lakeside section.

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.

A Backyard Ultra at the Lower Red Lion where runners complete a 4.167 mile loop every hour until one remains. Individual entries only, limited to 90, with part of the entry fee donated to local charity Youth Talk.

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.

A chip timed *10k* trail run on 24 May 2026 that starts and finishes at Bredon Cricket Club. The marshalled route climbs to the 299 m summit of Bredon Hill and all finishers receive a medal.

Choose your own distance on a flat, scenic 5.3km loop along the River Mersey. This timed event gives you 7 hours to run as many laps as you like, from a single lap to an ultra. Every participant earns a finisher's medal.