Trail Running calendar near Newark 2025-2026

Tackle 13.3 km with 660 m of ascent across steep climbs, wild moorland and fast paths in the scenic South West Pennines. A technical fell race with strict mandatory kit, team prizes and pre entry only.

Doctors Gate Fell Race in the Peak District is a classic 12.7 mile course with about 1000 m of climb across open moorland where navigation matters. Open to adults with on the day entry available, it is part of the FRA English Champs.

Join Any Kind of Weather Runner at Northampton Active on 21 February 2026 for a six hour challenge where you can tackle distances from 5k up to ultra. Finishers receive a medal and goody bag and aid stations on each lap will keep you fueled..

Run the picturesque 5 km loops through Thetford Forest at High Lodge, with distances from 5 km up to ultra and a small friendly field capped at 300. Enjoy post race tea and cake while 20 percent of fees support forest upkeep.

Tackle the trails of Kinver Edge and The Rock Houses in this scenic off road 9.5 km DirtRun on 22 February 2026. Limited to 100 runners, this two lap challenge finishes with a medal and an on site cafe for post race treats.

Join the Dirt Run, a two round multi terrain series in Northamptonshire at Irchester on 25 January and Brigstock on 22 February. Choose 5 km to 15 km on mixed trails, paths and roads with a muddy hill to test you and a custom medal for fini..

Tackle the 7 mile Eckington Epic on 22 February 2026, a self guided trail run through woodland, farmland and runnable climbs around Marsh Lane. Enjoy unmarked routes, a friendly community finish and simple UKA entry options.

Run the Knype Pools 5 on 22 February 2026 with Biddulph Running Club, a scenic 5 mile trail loop around Knypersley Reservoir. Support the mayor's chosen charity and enjoy a friendly pre race fun run and community atmosphere.

Tibthorpe Loop is a circular half marathon in the Yorkshire Wolds on 28 Feb 2026, with undulating, easy to follow trails. It starts and finishes at Field House Camping with eco perks like a plantable medal and tree planting for finishers.

Take on 24 miles and 3900 ft of ascent across wild moorland in the Dark Peak on Saturday 28 February 2026. Fully supported from Dovestone Reservoir, this scenic but testing route is ideal for experienced walkers and trail runners.

Cannock Chase Wildwood Trail Series offers a 10K or half marathon through pine forest and open heath with steep climbs, fast descents and muddy technical trails. Canicross welcome and eco friendly wooden medals for finishers.

The Phoenix Running - Stretford will take place in Stretford on Saturday 28 February 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Join the Wingerworth Wobble on 28 February 2026 for a scenic undulating 4.66 mile trail around Wingerworth, with fields, woods and a runnable finish. All finishers get a medal, with post race refreshments, a raffle and prize presentation.

Cloud Nine is a classic 9 mile fell race from Congleton to the summit of Bosley Cloud and back, offering rugged trails and great views. Entry is by pre registration only, places are limited and FRA mandatory kit rules apply.

Choose a 10k or half marathon and enjoy scenic trails around Pitsford Water starting and finishing at Brixworth Country Park on 1 March 2026. Fully marked and marshaled routes include village passages and a few stiles on the half for a rewa..

Take on a scenic half marathon in Thetford Forest on a traffic free circular trail, with chances to spot deer and wild thyme across varied underfoot surfaces. Finishers get a medal and podium trophies for the top three men and women.

Take part in Scrimshire's Scramble, a community 10K around North Leverton Windmill that threads scenic lanes and trails. Volunteer run to raise funds for the 212 year old mill, with finishers getting local flour, an eco medal and honey.

Tackle Ilkley Moor in this annual 8 km fell race with 401 m of climbing and steep, rocky descents that reward bold, technical running. Entries are limited so expect a competitive field and mandatory FRA kit and rules.

Tackle undulating trails, muddy paths and a shallow stream crossing on an adventurous six mile route at Baggeridge Country Park. Join the Action Heart Tuff Un on 1 March 2026 to test yourself and support a West Midlands cardiac charity.

Tackle a muddy multi terrain 10K through Ripon countryside on 1 March 2026 and enjoy a friendly chip timed race that supports St Wilfrid's School. A single lap course welcomes club runners and families with a 1K fun run for kids.