Trail Running calendar near Newark-on-Trent 2026-2027

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 out-and-back fell race from the field beside the Lantern Pike pub in Little Hayfield, climbing to the summit and returning. Entry is on the day for a small fee and a separate shorter junior race follows.

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.

Lunacy Obstacle Race is a 10K muddy obstacle course in the Lincolnshire countryside on 17 May 2026. The route includes crawling through mire, climbing barriers, carrying weight and dunking in cold water; finishers receive a bespoke medal an..

A fixed 10.5 km moorland race around Totley with 440 m of climb, varied terrain and marshalled checkpoints. Entry is limited to 250 and runners must follow the mapped route and carry required FRA kit.

A one-lap, approximately 10 km trail race at Quarry Bank Mill on 19 May 2026. The route mixes trail, grass, tarmac, gravel and steps and includes a charity contribution for tree planting.

A single-loop 10.5 km trail at Rudding Park, Harrogate, over mixed and hilly terrain with technical sections and a final climb. The race supports Mind in Harrogate and includes a post-race goody bag, food and on-site entertainment.

Tackle a classic Pennine fell on Wed 20 May 2026 in Kildwick, starting at the White Lion. This punchy 6 km course with 245 m climb delivers steep ups, junior races and a friendly crowd; pre entry is available and parking is limited.

A 12 kilometre undulating trail race in Rodley, Leeds on 20 May 2026 featuring canal paths, Woodhall Hills and Calverley Woods with a unique split field where runners travel clockwise and anticlockwise on the same route.

A social *10 km* trail run from Kickback Coffee’s Bollington HQ with free coffee on arrival. The route includes stiles, steady climbs, and panoramic views across the Peak District and Manchester.

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 covering 9.2 km with 427 m ascent along the Great Ridge and descending from Hollins Cross. Entry is via SiEntries, fee £8 and minimum age 18.

An evening fell race around Carsington Pasture with views of the Peak District and Carsington Water. The *9.5 km* route has 230 m of ascent, rough pasture and two road crossings; free parking and post race food are available.

Backyard ultra at Hunters Greave, Leeds where runners complete a 4.167 mile loop each hour until one runner remains. Silver event status offers qualification toward the gold world team championship.

A 32 mile point to point trail ultra through the South Pennines that links the four Panopticons art installations, starting in Blackburn and finishing in Trawden. The route uses established trails and includes navigation, ascent and rural s..

Running festival at Grimsthorpe Castle Estate on 23 and 24 May 2026 offering 10, 40, 70 and 100 mile solo races and a 100 mile team relay. The marked 10 mile loop passes woodland, limestone tracks and the estate lake and includes free weeke..

A non-stop **145 mile** towpath race from Birmingham to Little Venice, London, run under UK Athletics rules. Entry is for runners aged 20 plus, limited to 100 starters, with a 45 hour overall cut off and support options for unsupported runn..

A two-day multisport weekend at Aireville Park with junior and adult triathlons, an 8 km trail run, junior runs and two cycling sportives, including a closed 900 m loop for children.

Trail runs from Pelican Park along the TransPennine and Hornsea Rail Trails on flat, well surfaced trails. Multiple distances from 5k to marathon, marshalled course, aid stations about every three miles, finishers receive a bespoke medal.

A 10 leg relay along the Yorkshire Wolds Way from Filey to Hessle on 24 May 2026, limited to 25 teams from UKA affiliated clubs. Timing is provided, team entry and fee details apply and a donation will support National Trails.