Trail Running calendar near Peak District National Park 2026-2027

Experience a unique multi-lap half marathon through the quiet winter roads of Thorpe Park Holiday Park. This small-scale event offers a flat course, bespoke medals, and a friendly atmosphere for only 40 participants.

Explore the White and Dark Peaks on this two day trail running weekend featuring classic routes along the Pennine Way and Pennine Bridleway with distances up to 93km.

Chip-timed MoRuns at Croxteth Park on 21 November 2026, offering 1.5k, 5k, 10k and a half marathon while supporting Movember; finishers receive medals, headbands and instant results.

Traverse 81 miles of the scenic Wolds Way National Trail from Hessle to Filey. This ultramarathon features historic villages and chalk landscapes with solo and relay options for a 24 hour finish.

Join the Padfield Plum Fair Scamper on Sun 22 Nov 2026 for an 8.8 km fell race around Padfield in the Peak District, featuring 320 m of climb and stunning views. Open to runners aged 16+, with pre and on the day entries and limited parking.

Experience a unique multi-terrain half marathon at Haven Thorpe Park Holiday Park. This small-scale event features a flat four-lap course with a bespoke medal and goody bag for all forty finishers.

A festive 10k, 5k and Junior Run through Sherwood Pines on 22 November 2026, held on multi terrain undulating forest trails. The event supports Shelter and includes a bespoke medal, free photos and prizes for leading runners and best dress.

Chip-timed runs at Heaton Park raise funds for Movember, with 1.5k, 5k, 10k and half marathon options, finisher medals, headbands, refreshments and instant results.

The Black Night Scar fell race lights up the South West Pennines on 24 Nov 2026 from Todmorden, a punchy 5.8 km course with 315 m of climb under headtorches. Entries available pre entry or on the day with teams of three welcome.

Experience an evening off road run through the tracks and trails of the Wyre Forest. This 10 km multi lap course takes runners through the dark with mandatory torches and a medal for every finisher.

Tackle the Baslow Bolt, a scenic yet testing 13 km Peak District fell race with 400 m of climb. On 28 Nov 2026 at St Anne's Church, this community fundraiser finishes with cake and refreshments.

Experience a scenic winter trail race at Loggerheads Country Park featuring a three loop course with solo and team relay options. Enjoy a supported atmosphere with central feed stations and a three and a half hour cut off time.

A timed multi-lap run along the River Mersey at Chorlton Water Park featuring 5.3 km laps, a 7 hour limit, a bespoke finisher's medal and a handmade knitted bee, with £2 from each entry donated to Ray's of Sunshine Children's Charity.

Experience a classic 8.4 km Peak District fell race in Birch Vale with 335 meters of climbing. Join a limited field of 125 runners for this traditional Derbyshire event starting and finishing near the Sycamore Inn.

The Bog Trotter 10k is a trail run on a loop course through a Blackpool country park, passing nature reserves and local landmarks. Participants must be over 18, and all finishers get a medal and snacks. Entries close on 28 November 2026.

Gather a team of four for a 10.7 km relay race through the Lee Mill Quarry site in Lancashire. Tackle a flagged course requiring full safety kit and teamwork in this established November event.

Experience an undulating trail run around the scenic Carsington Water reservoir. Choose between a half marathon or 10k route and enjoy countryside views along with a themed finishers medal and post race treats.

This winter trail run in Alyn Waters Country Park offers 5k and 10k courses, plus a Canicross option. The fully marked routes feature varied terrain. All finishers get a medal and a free kids' dash makes it family friendly.

The The Drop - Kendal will take place in Kendal on Saturday 5 December 2026. You can run between 6 and 15 miles.

A lapped run at Burrs Country Park on mixed trail with a seven hour limit. The first 50 entries receive a limited edition yellow Phoenix soft toy and all participants receive a medal.