Trail Running calendar near Peak District National Park 2026-2027

Enjoy a sunset run through the beautiful woodlands and meadows of Coombe Abbey Park. This two lap trail race offers a firm course and a friendly atmosphere for a perfect Friday evening activity.

A six hour run hike or walk at Coombe Abbey Park on 10 July 2026 organised by Big Bear Events. Entry fees are between £33.30 and £39.00 and entrants must be 17 or older.

Experience an obstacle course weekend at the historic Belvoir Castle featuring Sprint, Super, and Beast distances. Tackle hills and woodland trails with over 30 obstacles available across a variety of race formats.

A multi day gravel and trail running festival at Duncombe Park with timed segments, a Friday night trail run and Saturday routes of 10 km, 20 km or 30 km. Entry includes camping, showers, timing chip, food vendors and live music.

A 57-mile point-to-point ultramarathon along the Severn from Travelodge Worcester to Travelodge Stonehouse, with four checkpoints offering vegan and gluten free options, mandatory kit requirements and a minimum average pace of 4.0 mph.

Experience a 10km multi terrain adventure run featuring cargo nets, monkey bars, and a legendary water slide. Join the festivities in Holme village for a weekend of obstacle racing and family fun on the edge of the Lake District.

A trail event along the Huddersfield narrow gauge canal from Slaithwaite with 5k, 10k, half and marathon options, regular feed stations and marshals, and a bespoke medal and refreshments at the finish.

Explore twelve local parishes through the Worcester countryside on circular off road routes ranging from 10 to 40 miles. Walk or run this waymarked event featuring regular checkpoints and a hot meal at the finish.

Run the scenic Shropshire Hills at The Piece of Cake Trail Run in Carding Mill Valley with 10K, half marathon and marathon distances. Enjoy marked trails, aid stations, a finisher medal and a cake competition.

Take on the New Embsay Fell Race on Sat 11 Jul: a punchy 2.5 mile course with 195 m of climb through the Yorks Dales. Part of the village fete, enjoy entertainment and refreshments and easy on the day entry for a fun community challenge.

Take on the Charlesworth & Chisworth Carnival Fell Race on Sat 11 Jul 2026 in the Peak District, a testing 5 km / 3.1 mile course with 180 m of climb. Pre entry and entry on the day plus junior races make this a great community running day.

Cross the North York Moors in this 40 mile point to point challenge from Osmotherley to Ravenscar. Follow the iconic unmarked route with a unique handicap start and multiple supported checkpoints.

Phoenix Blaze is the second race in a 2026 Summer Series at Hardy Farm on 11 July 2026, featuring timed laps on a 5.3 km riverside course so participants can complete distances from 5 km up to ultra within a seven hour limit.

Race through the enchanting Lancashire woods and river trails that inspired the scenery of Middle Earth. This 11.1 km course starts at the historic Stonyhurst College and follows the footsteps of J.R.R. Tolkien.

Experience a traditional fell race in the West Pennines with the Baildon Canter. This event features a 5 km senior course and multiple junior races held alongside the local Carnival.

Traverse a beautiful 17 mile circular route through the Derbyshire Dales starting from the village of Parwich. This self navigation event features 2,000 feet of elevation and three well stocked aid stations for runners and fast walkers.

Experience a 9.7 km fell race with 247 m of climbing through the beautiful Peak District. This traditional event features a marked course, marshaled points, and post race refreshments in the village of Peak Forest.

Race a steam train on this unique 11-mile point-to-point trail run from Bury to Rawtenstall. Spectators can ride the train to cheer you on. Every finisher gets a medal and T-shirt.

Experience the scenic Shropshire countryside with the Ludlow10 running event. Choose between a half marathon, 10k, or 5k featuring rural lanes, historic town streets, and undulating off road sections at Whitcliffe Common.

Experience a scenic 5 mile multi terrain race through the woodland trails and grassy paths of Arrowe Park. This chip timed event offers a flat course with gentle undulations and includes a bespoke medal for all finishers.