Trail Running calendar near Much Wenlock 2025-2026

The EDDUM is a 50-mile ultra running challenge set around the Epynt Way, a largely untouched permissive trail encircling the Sennybridge Training Area, the UK's third largest military training ground. Located in Wales, the course offers stunning views of the Brecon Beacons to the south and the Cambr..

Ogwen | Yr Helgi Du 2025 is a mountain trail running event held in the stunning Ogwen Valley within Eryri (Snowdonia), North Wales, starting from Plas y Brenin, Capel Curig. The race offers three distances—10K, 25K, and 40K—covering some of the highest mountains in England and Wales, including the C..

The Garendon Gallop 10K is a well-organized trail running event held at Charnwood College in Loughborough, Leicestershire. The race features a challenging 10K course with undulating terrain, passing historical landmarks and offering a scenic experience. The event is chip-timed and fully marshalled,..

The Nottingham Running Festival Presented by Gateley takes place on August 3, 2025, at Nottingham Racecourse and Colwick Country Park, UK. The event offers multiple race distances including 5K, 10K, half marathon, and a junior race, catering to a wide range of runners. The scenic course features wid..

Chip Chase is a fell running race held in the Peak District near Uppermill, Saddleworth, offering scenic views overlooking Manchester. The event features a 6.2-mile (10 km) course with 1,312 feet (400 meters) of ascent, making it an excellent introduction to fell running. The route is fully flagged..

The Birmingham Canal Canter is a scenic running and walking event held at Moseley Rugby Club in Birmingham. Participants can choose from three circular routes: the Mini Canter (18.5 miles), the Canter (25.8 miles), and the Canter Marathon (26.2 miles). The course is 98% off-road, flat, and fast, fea..

The Hopwood Trot is a multi-terrain running event held near historic Hopwood Hall on the outskirts of Middleton, Greater Manchester. The course covers approximately 5.5 miles (8.8 km) along paths, tracks, and country lanes, offering a varied and scenic route. The event starts from the Hopwood Colleg..

The MTC Cotswold Ultra is a challenging 57-mile point-to-point ultra marathon held in the Cotswolds, UK. Starting at Kemble Train Station, the route follows the Thames Path to the river's source, then loops back and continues through scenic villages such as Somerford Keynes, Cricklade, Castle Eaton,..

The MTC Thames Challenge is a demanding four-day ultra marathon covering 184 miles along England’s longest river path, the Thames. Starting from the river’s source in the Cotswolds and finishing at the Thames Barrier in Greenwich, the event is divided into four stages: the Cotswold Ultra (57 miles),..

The Tegg's Nose Fell Race will take place in Macclesfield on Saturday 9 August 2025.

Open to Offas is a well-established walking and running event held in northeast Wales, starting from Cilcain Village Hall. Participants can choose from three distances: 32 miles, 24 miles, or 15.5 miles. The routes ascend the scenic Clwydian Hills and follow the Offa's Dyke Path along the ridge, inc..

The Brecon Beacons Trails event, organized by RunThrough UK, takes place in Talybont-on-Usk, Brecon, offering three trail race distances: 10K, 24K, and a challenging 51K ultra. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Brecon Beacons, the courses feature rugged trails, climbs, descents, and scenic vi..

The Cordwell Colossus is a challenging 20-mile trail run held in North East Derbyshire, near the eastern edge of the Peak District. Starting and finishing at Holmesfield Village Hall, the course loops anticlockwise through the scenic Cordwell and Linacre Valleys, featuring undulating countryside pat..

The Bradway Blitz is a seven-mile trail race held at Bradway Community Hall on the edge of the Peak District National Park near Sheffield, Derbyshire. This self-guided loop course takes runners through scenic woodland paths, rolling farmland, and includes a few challenging hills, offering a mix of n..

The Bearwood Blast is a chip-timed trail running event held at Bearwood Farm in Pembridge, Herefordshire. Scheduled for August 12, 2025, it offers 5k and 10k distances suitable for beginners and experienced runners alike. The course features an undulating trail that skirts field boundaries, passes t..

The Ragleth Inn race, organized by Mercia Fell Runners, is a fell running event set in Little Stretton, West Midlands. The race features a new route for 2024, covering a distance of 4.4 km with a total ascent of 390 meters. Participants can register on the day or pre-register, with entry fees varyin..

The Eccles Pike Fell Race, organized by Goyt Valley Striders, is one of the oldest fell races in the UK, dating back to the 19th century. This challenging 3.4-mile (5.4 km) race features a steep 1001-foot (305 m) climb, running from Buxworth to the summit of Eccles Pike and back. Known for its short..

Ricky's Race is a friendly 7.3 km (4.5 miles) running event held near Darley Dale, close to Matlock. The course features a mix of forest trails, technical surfaces with tree roots, and several challenging ascents, including a steep hill near the finish that offers spectacular views over the Derwent..

Moel Famau 24 is a unique 12- or 24-hour endurance event held on the iconic Clwydian Hill of Moel Famau, featuring a challenging 7.2 km loop with 500 meters of ascent per lap. Participants, including solo runners and teams, aim to complete as many laps as possible within their chosen time frame. The..

Race The Train™ is an annual running event held in Tywyn, Mid-Wales, organized by the Rotary Club of Tywyn. The event features multiple race distances catering to various age groups and abilities, including the 14-mile Rotary Challenge, 10K Quarry Challenge, 5.5-mile Dolgoch Challenge, 3.5-mile Tynl..