Trail Running calendar near Peak District National Park 2026-2027

Take on the Cardington Cracker, a 9 mile fell race near Church Stretton with 793 m of climb and breathtaking Border views. Pre entry only and limited parking mean early sign up is essential for this rugged, rewarding test.

A flagged Pennine fell race of about 6 miles with 500 m of climb across fields, moorland and rough tracks. Entry requires FRA mandatory kit and a minimum age of 18.

A one-lap trail 10 km through and around Tatton Park on 6 December 2026 organised by Run North West, finishing outside Egerton Youth Club. The course mixes trail, grass, tarmac and gravel with veteran and overall prizes plus a best fancy dr..

Trail races of 10 km, 5 km and a junior run through Cannock Chase Forest with festive fancy dress welcome, participant medals and fundraising for Shelter.

A festive trail race at Chasewater Country Park on 06/12/2026 offering 10k, 5k and a junior run around the reservoir. The event includes medals, photos and fancy dress prizes and raises funds for Shelter.

This point-to-point trail run follows the famous Offa's Dyke path from the Prestatyn seafront into the Clwydian Hills. Choose from a Half, Full, or Ultra Marathon, each finishing at a different summit. GPS tracking is used, and all runners..

Run the Trail by Torchlight in Llangollen: an 8 km fell race over scenic starlit moor with about 244 m ascent. Bring a head torch and enjoy a lively night race open to runners aged 16 and over.

Experience the beauty of the Dales this winter with distances ranging from 12 to 32 miles. This self-navigated trail event features a mass start, tracker support, and festive refreshments at the Otley finish line.

Moors The Merrier 21 is a scenic yet testing fell race of 21 miles across the South West Pennines from Hebden Bridge Golf Club. Expect moorland vistas, festive fun with a Santa hat and small gift tradition, plus post race hot meal.

The Regular Irregular will take place in Brockholes on Saturday 12 December 2026. You can run between 4 and 19 kilometers.

Festive trail races at Sherwood Pines near Mansfield include a family 1 mile plus 5km and 10km options with canicross permitted on the longer distances. Live chip timing, medals and seasonal treats are provided to finishers.

Trail runs at Wyre Forest on 13 December 2026 include family 1 mile, 5km and 10km options; canicross is allowed in the 5km and 10km. Finishers receive medals and seasonal treats, and subsidised parking is available on site.

Experience a festive mystery trail race at Moel Famau where the exact distance remains a secret until you run it. Enjoy a hilly course with standard and Canicross categories plus a medal and mince pie at the finish.

Run Fellrunner at Stoop at Penistone Hill near Haworth, an 8 km fell race with 250 m climb across the Pennine hills. Festive extras include a free Santa hat, Christmas prizes, a Curly Wurly for finishers and post race coffee.

Experience fast and furious junior fell racing through the old quarries of Penistone Hill. These short circuit races offer exciting scrambles for young runners from age six and up.

Night-time 5 km and 10 km runs at St Ives Estate, Bingley on 21 December 2026 with chip timing and a virtual option that includes a mailed medal. Reduced accompanied entry is available for 6-17 year olds.

A Boxing Day 7.8 km fell race from Totley AC with 270 m ascent, partially waymarked across Blacka and Totley Moor. Full FRA best-practice kit is required and proceeds support S6 foodbank and Edale Mountain Rescue.

Devils Chair Dash is a charity fell race on 26 December 2022 at Stiperstones Inn near Minsterly. The course is 4.6 km with 246 m ascent, requires pre-registration, and has a minimum entry fee of £3 payable on the day.

A stripped-back navigation challenge in Skipton where participants are blindfolded, dropped at an unknown location and must find their way back to the event centre on foot. Options include 6, 10 and 15 mile challenges and optional live trac..

Timed laps along the River Mersey in Chorlton Water Park on a 5.3 km out and back course, with a seven hour limit and a vegetarian aid station. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and the event supports Destitute Animals Shelter, Bolton.