Trail Running calendar near Newark-on-Trent 2025-2026

Take part in Bodenham Bound at Bodenham Arboretum near Kidderminster in January, choosing 5 km or 10 km trail routes. Tackle muddy hills and wintery trails, earn a finisher medal and donut, and support Kemp Hospice and Harkaway Scouts.

Join Race 3 of the PECO Cross Country League on 4 January 2026 at West Park and Beckett Park, Leeds. Tackle a lively single lap of roughly 4.5 to 5 miles over undulating terrain and soak up the club competition atmosphere.

Run beneath the stars in the Moonriver Night Race through atmospheric Dovedale valley. This 9.5 km fell course mixes riverside trail, woodland climbs and rolling paths for a thrilling nocturnal challenge.

Run across the stunning 1,000 acre Harewood House estate on 10 January 2026 with 5km, 10km and half marathon options. Canicross friendly with medals, snacks and lively chip timing for a memorable winter trail experience.

Take on the Round Sheffield Run: Winter, a multi stage trail enduro in Endcliffe Park with 11 timed stages and a mix of runnable trails and walking links. Enter solo or as a pair and enjoy post race food, Thornbridge beer and a finisher med..

Run a scenic 5.3 km multi terrain lap through Thetford Forest at Brandon Country Park in a timed 6 hour or 4 hour challenge. Limited to 300 entries, finishers earn a bespoke medal and virtual places are available.

Tackle the Montane Winter Spine, a nonstop 268 mile trail along the Pennine Way from Edale to Kirk Yetholm through wild winter moorland and mountain terrain. Expect long days, big climbs and checkpoints with hot food and shelter.

Its Grim Up North Running presents the Skipton Sweetie Skedaddle in Skipton, starting near Aireville Park and finishing in town. The flat, towpath course runs along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal and offers distances from 5k to Ultra. Depend..

The Northampton 10K is a well-organized running event held at Northampton Racecourse Park, featuring a 2.2 km start followed by three laps around the racecourse. The course is accurately measured and takes place on pathway terrain, offering..

Join Runners next the Sea for a 5 mile beach race at Holkham Beach on 11 January 2026, enjoying a scenic route along dunes and open shoreline. Chip timing, a keepsake for every finisher, and a friendly race day vibe.

Take on the Trigger Fell Race, a 24 mile route over Black Hill, Bleaklow and Kinder with 1650 m climb, requiring navigation and self sufficient kit. Starts in Marsden, finishes in Edale and benefits Woodhead Mountain Rescue.

Join the Adidas TERREX Cannock Chase Trig Points Race on Sunday 11 January 2026, a 26.5 km self navigated trail through forest and open heath with 540 m ascent. Limited to 150 runners, it is a technical winter challenge.

Punk Panther Green Gateways offers scenic off road trails around Leeds, starting and finishing in Otley, with distances from 14 miles to a 34.1 mile ultra. Limited to 200 runners, the event features checkpoint support, vegan options and ITR..

Tackle the Hebden, a challenging winter trail around Mytholmroyd in the South Pennines with 15 or 22 mile routes and over 4,000 feet of ascent on the long course. Run by Halifax Sea Scouts, it includes en route refreshments and a finish mea..

Kick off the year at Sherwood Pines with the Sherwood New Year 10k, 5k and Junior Run through the scenic, multi terrain trails of Sherwood Forest on 18 January 2026. Entries include a bespoke medal, free photos and prizes for top finishers.

Take on the Stanbury Splash, a hilly 12 kilometre fell race around Haworth with stream crossings and moorland views. As the Woodentops series finale entries are limited so book now for a proper Yorkshire challenge.

Dirt Run is a trail running series across two rounds in Northamptonshire at Irchester in January and Brigstock in February. Tackle mixed trails and a notable hill, pick short or longer distances and earn a unique finisher medal.

Tackle a midwinter multi terrain 10k or 16k in Leeds from the Kirkstall Bridge Inn. Enjoy a single lap of scenic canal and riverside trails with about 200 m of climb for a challenging and rewarding winter run.

The Holly Challenge is a multi-distance race organized by How Hard Can It Be Events, held at Burroughs Bank, Lightmoor, Telford, TF4 3QS, within the Lightmoor Nature Reserve. Runners can choose 5K, 10K, half marathon, or marathon distances...

Join OMG One Mile 2 Go at Bawsey Country Park for timed undulating trail fun across distances from 5k to ultra, all on scenic sand, gravel and grass loops. Small field, parking included and virtual entries available for medal seekers.