Trail Running calendar near Newark 2026-2027

A 10 km circular trail around Piethorne and Ogden Reservoirs with 275 m of ascent, crossing the M62 and skirting Hollingworth Lake. The race takes place Sunday 16 August 2026 at the Bulls Head in Newhey and follows FRA rules.

A fell race in Crowden on 16 August 2026 following the Pennine Way to Black Hill and Soldiers Lump. Online and on-the-day entry options are available, minimum age 18, limited parking and a GPX route is provided.

An evening trail run organised by Rotherham Running Club on 18 August 2026, featuring an undulating scenic route of about 5 miles with marshals on course and a post run gathering at the cricket club.

Challenge yourself on the Pilgrims Cross Fell Race across the West Pennine Moors, a scenic but tough 10.7 km with 390 m of climb. Entry is on the day only with a small fee, and the race features in the Rossendale midweek series.

Bingley Rock up n Run is an evening pop-up with 5 km and 10 km options at 5 Rise Locks in Bingley. Runners can register on the night, pay on the day or online, and receive a medal, food and a sweetie bag.

Trail races from Edale across Peak District peaks with self navigated GPX and marked maps. Distances include a 41 mile ultra, marathon and half, with stocked checkpoints, finishers' medals and safety trackers on longer courses.

Trail half marathon and 10k around Carsington Water on 22 August 2026, run on marked trail paths with marshals and an event village. GPX files are available for both courses.

Trail races on the flat Leeds/Liverpool Canal towpath at Kirkstall with five distances on a lapped 6.7 mile loop. Feed stations, marshals and finish food are provided; all finishers receive a bespoke medal.

Third and final event in the 2026 Summer Series at Chorlton Water Park, featuring lap-based timed running on a 5.3 km riverside course with a seven hour limit and a finishers medal for every participant.

A short fell race in Burnsall with a steep 274 m climb over 2.4 km. Entry on the day is available for £6 and junior races run alongside village sports.

A scenic circular fell race of about 30 km around Belper that follows Roman roads, farmland and woodland. The event has a 300 entrant limit, entries close 20 August, and all finishers receive a medal and a memento.

A single lap, undulating trail of about 7 miles through Adel Woods, Scotland Woods and Meanwood Park in Leeds, organised by Valley Striders AC with chip timed results, age group prizes and basic facilities at Old Leo's Rugby Club.

A Backyard Ultra style 12 hour event at Cadwell Park where runners complete a 6.7 km lap each hour for a potential total of 80.4 km. Categories include solo and pairs plus a six hour non competitive option.

Take on the Trunce 8, a classic Peak District fell race starting and finishing at Oxspring Playing Field. The 6.2 km route climbs 190 m and entry is on the day for £3, with a junior 3 km race for over 10s at £1.

Golf Ball Fell Race is organised by Rossendale Harriers on 26 August 2026. Entry is on the day and runners should carry the recommended FRA kit, which may be checked depending on conditions.

Take on the classic Holcombe Two Towers fell race on Wednesday 26 August 2026 in the South West Pennines, a challenging 4 mile course with 400 m of climb through rugged moorland. Expect steep trails, great views and a lively community atmos..

A pop up evening running event in Kirkstall, Leeds offering 5k and 10k routes along canal-side paths. Entry is available on the night or online and runners receive a jumble medal plus food and drink options.

A trail event from Skipton that follows Pennine Way and Dales Way sections, offering four distances from 13 to 50 miles with checkpoints, mandatory kit requirements and trackers for ultramarathon entrants.

A six hour looped trail event in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with an approximate 5.45 km loop and 71 m elevation per lap. Runners choose how many laps to complete and finishers receive a custom medal.

Nottingham Running Festival at Nottingham Racecourse in Colwick Country Park features a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and junior race, supports Nottinghamshire Hospice, and includes medals, free photos, chip timed results and an event village.