Trail Running calendar near Merseyside 2026-2027

An overnight 12 hour running event around Wath Manvers Lake on a flat 3.21 Mile circuit. The clubhouse on course provides toilets, showers, food and bag drop and camping is available for an extra fee.

A 7.5 km mixed terrain race starting and finishing at the Bell & Harp pub in Little Eaton on 18 July 2026. The event includes chip timing, a 45 plus age category, prizes and an afterparty with music and food.

Castle to Castle Ultra 36 is a 36 mile trail event from Clitheroe Castle to Lancaster Castle on 18 July 2026, with six checkpoints, mandatory kit, chip timing and live tracking.

A Category BM fell race on 18 July 2026 around Calderbrook covering 12.9 km with 610 m of ascent. Race HQ is at Calderbrook Community Church with parking at Stansfield Estate Playing Fields and refreshments after the race.

A four-leg fell running relay in Eskdale for mixed club teams of eight with specified age categories. About 38 km total and significant ascent, unflagged courses, navigation by map and compass only.

A mountain running event on 18 July 2026 covering 15.35 km with 994 m ascent. Entrants must be 18 or older and have mountain running experience.

A summer trail race at Mount Cook Adventure Centre on 18 July 2026, featuring a circular 10km ish undulating route across fields, lanes and moors. Entry includes timing and a raffle that directs race profits to a nominated youth or communit..

A short fell race near Cracoe on Sunday 19 July 2026 covering 2.60 miles with about 900 feet of climb. The route crosses fields, includes a trailer and a wall to climb, rough ground and a final steep ascent.

A 12.3 mile clockwise horseshoe of the Kentmere Valley across Ill Bell High Street and Kentmere Pike with 3300 ft of climb. The race follows FRA rules with mandatory kit and strict checkpoint cut offs.

Tackle a scenic but testing 9.7 km trail in Coniston's Lake District with 732 m of climb, part of the Coniston Country Fair on Sun 19 Jul 2026. Entry on the day is £6 or included with fair admission. Minimum age 18 and teams are not allowed..

Two trail races in Aymestrey, Herefordshire, both climbing to the Iron Age hillfort at Croft Ambrey. Routes are fully marked with water stations and a separate juniors 2 km race with medals.

A community navigational run of around 10 km around Chinley visiting six defibrillators with a paper map and stamps to prove visits. Proceeds fund replacement and upkeep of the community defibrillators.

A fully guided three day loop through northern Snowdonia covering just over 100 km, about 9,000 m of ascent and 47 summits. Small groups return to Capel Curig each night with daily support and refuelling.

Tackle the rugged Bowland slopes at the Hapton Fell Race, a challenging 5 miles with about 400 m of climb near Burnley. Day of entry makes it ideal for last minute plans and friendly club rivalry.

Experience a two lap trail race through 400 acres of historic parkland at Alderley Park. This five mile course features scenic views of an arboretum and lakes and includes a technical finisher t-shirt for all participants.

Evening pop up races at Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve on 23 July 2026 feature 5k and 10k routes, on site parking, food and a finisher jumble medal. Payment is accepted on the day or online.

Join the Fellrunner in Sheldon on Thu 23 Jul 2026 for a spirited 4 mile village fell race across scenic Peak District climbs. Friendly entry on the day supports local funds and welcomes runners aged 14 and over.

A new trail 10k around Clowbridge Reservoir and the Pennine Bridleway with 175m ascent. The route is marked and marshalled; entries via SiEntries, minimum age 15 and a £10 fee. Proceeds support local causes.

Two Lake District ultra trail races: a 100 mile circular route with about 6300 m ascent and a 50 mile route covering the second half with about 3000 m ascent. Both use bridleways and footpaths, have staffed checkpoints, and demand strong na..

A Friday evening *10 km* trail race at RSPB St Aidan's Country Park near Leeds, run over one mainly flat lap on public footpaths and bridleways. Entries are limited to 300 because of parking and environmental considerations.