Trail Running calendar near Nether Alderley 2026-2027

A multi-terrain five and a half mile (8.8 km) course around Hopwood Hall near Middleton in Greater Manchester, with registration at the college sports hall and a 200 runner entry limit.

Enjoy a scenic five mile multi terrain race through the Cheshire countryside starting in Moulton. All participants are rewarded with a traditional pie and peas supper at the finish line with various dietary options available.

Race 3 of the Bramhall Runners Foodbank series is a 5.5 km event at Happy Valley, Bramhall on 5 August 2026, with limited entries and proceeds supporting Stockport Foodbank.

An evening pop up run at Rodley on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal offering 5 km and 10 km options, turn up on the evening or pay online, with a jumble medal and post‑race food and drink available.

A 5-mile out-and-back cross-country race on Eshton Moor on 6 August 2026, following the Pennine Way and passing near Calton. Races for juniors and seniors, small entry fees and trophies presented to club members.

A multi-terrain club race on Thursday 6 August 2026 around Care & Repair, Rowley’s Drive, Shotton, covering approximately 4 miles. Pre-entry fees apply; entrants must be 17 or older and entries are limited.

A summer trail race on the edge of the Peak District covering just over 20 miles through Cordwell and Linacre valleys. The largely unmarked route has GPX and route notes, two staffed checkpoints and medic cover.

A BOFRA fell race at Arncliffe Village Green featuring a steep climb to a cairn and a two stage descent back to the green. A four mile road race is also held on the same day.

An inclusive 8 hours looped running event at Temple Newsam Park in Leeds where participants run as many 5 km laps as they can. Support is provided from a single aid station and all finishers receive a time and medal.

Join the Tegg's Nose Fell Race on Sat 8 Aug 2026 in the Peak District for a challenging 8 mile course with 525 m of climb and fine views. Held with sheep dog trials, this classic fell race accepts pre entries and entries on the day.

Open to Offas is a long established challenge in north east Wales offering 16, 24 and 32 mile routes over the Clwydian Hills and along the Offa's Dyke Path. Walkers and runners are welcome and checkpoints provide refreshments and certificat..

A BS fell race of about 10 km with 400 m ascent around the hills above Manchester, based at the Cross Keys pub in Uppermill. The route is flagged and marshalled, entrants must be 18 or older, and a post race serving of chips is included.

The Boulsworth Fell Race will take place in Wycoller on Sunday 9 August 2026.

A 6 mile informal group run at Croome Park on 10 August 2026 organised by Black Pear Joggers. The one lap off road route includes a lakeside section and finishes with cake and tea or coffee, with profits to the National Trust.

The Jackhouse Reservoir Trail Race will take place in Accrington on Tuesday 11 August 2026. You can run 5 miles.

A historic short fell race over 3.4 miles with 275 m of climb, based at the Bugsworth War Memorial Club near Station Road SK23 7NJ. Online entry has a £10 fee with a small FRA discount and transfers are normally allowed up to 48 hours befor..

Take on the classic Whittle Pike fell race in the South West Pennines on Wed 12 Aug 2026, roughly 5.5 miles with 550 m of climb from Cowpe Village Hall. Entry on the day is available for £5, teams welcome and runners must be 16 or over.

A 4.4 km fell race from the Ragleth Inn in Little Stretton with 390 m of ascent, a clockwise course with three control points, on-the-day or pre-entry and junior up and down Callow Hill races; some proceeds go to charity.

Ricky's Race in Darley Dale on 13 August 2026 is a marked 7.3 km route with about 240 m of climb, featuring forest trails, technical descents and a steep final ascent to the Oker Trig Point before a downhill finish.

A challenging fell race in the Peak District featuring 370m of climb over a 6km course. Entry is on the day at Cartworth Moor Cricket Club near Holmfirth. The route is well marked and marshalled for a classic short fell running experience.