Trail Running calendar near Polesworth 2026-2027

A multi-distance trail festival on 18 April 2026 in the Shropshire Hills, raising funds for Grow Cook Learn. Routes range from a 10 km off road run to an 80 km event, with on-route food, safety support and trackers for longer races.

An ultra trail race along the Chiltern ridgeline from Berkhamsted Castle to Hampden Meadow in Wendover. The route is about 51 km with 996 m of ascent, fully marked and supported by three staffed aid stations and a nine hour cutoff.

Thoresby Park Longhorn Trail on 18 April 2026 offers routes from a family 2 km up to a half marathon across a largely flat 1,000 acre estate with historic house, wildlife and live chip timing. Nordic walkers and canicross participants are w..

A guided 18 mile trail run across the Malvern Hills meeting at North Quarry Car Park in Great Malvern on Saturday 18 April 2026. The route visits ridge summits with over 1300 m of ascent and returns via hillside and woodland trails.

Peak District Birthday Bash on 18 April 2026 is a long distance walking and running event based in Castleton. It offers 70 km and 35 km routes through the central Peak District and supports the Peak District National Park Foundation.

A category AS fell race covering 5.6 km with 366 m of climb, set on the moors above Littleborough. This event is a counter in the 2026 English Fell Running Championships, with separate start times for women and men.

Challenge yourself on this 9 km Peak District fell race with 320 m of climb, starting from Kettleshulme Village Hall. Join the community and support Kettleshulme Primary School as all profits go to the school.

A charity run at Alyn Waters Country Park on 18 April 2026 with 5 km and 10 km multi terrain courses, chip timing and medals. A children's 1 km fun run is available with on the day registration.

Martley Madness is a 10-mile trail and country lane race through the Worcestershire countryside. The undulating route features woodland, Rodge Hill, and part of the Worcestershire Way. All finishers get a medal and celebratory cake at the f..

Join a guided 14 km trail run in peaceful Penllyn Forest on 19 April 2026, exploring quiet tracks between Bala and Lake Vyrnwy. Expect a led run with scenic stops and friendly company in person.

A running festival at Cannock Chase Forest on 19 April 2026 offering Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and a junior race through mixed surface forest trails. The event includes chip timing, a themed medal, free photos and an event village.

Challenge yourself at the Trunce 2 fell race in Oxspring, Sheffield on Mon 20 Apr 2026, a 6.2 km Peak District route with 190 m of climb across classic moorland. Entry on the day keeps this friendly fell race open to juniors and seniors.

Thames Ring Series The Thames Ring Series consists of three non-stop ultramarathon distances run on canal and riverside footpaths in southern England. The main event is the Thames Ring 250, a 250-mile (approximately 256-mile) trail race. It..

The Tiger's Trail Race is a 10 km trail run with 259 meters of ascent, starting from the Fox House pub in Sheffield. Runners must be prepared with mandatory kit, which is checked on the day. The event offers prizes across multiple categorie..

Two scenic routes start from Holdgate Church in Shropshire, climbing to Abdon Burf and returning via the Jack Mytton Way, with the long route reaching Wenlock Edge. The Marches LDWA organises the walk and proceeds support Holdgate and Eaton..

A one-day circular long-distance event on 26 April 2026 around Coventry, roughly 40 miles (41.4 miles in 2026). Open to walkers, runners and relay teams of up to six, with five checkpoints and a hot meal at the finish.

A 10 km running safari at Yorkshire Wildlife Park on 26 April 2026, organised with Curly's Athletes to support the Wildlife Foundation. The mixed surface single loop course is UK Athletics licensed and entry includes park access.

A marathon and half marathon on the traffic free Tissington Trail in Derbyshire on 26 April 2026, using a 13 mile former railway route between Ashbourne and Buxton. Advance and on the day entry options are noted.

Run the undulating trails of Delamere Forest on a 21k or 42k course. The event starts at the visitor centre and requires runners to carry specific mandatory kit. This is a UTMB Index race.

A spring trail run of around 10 km through bluebell-carpeted woods in the Chiltern Hills, starting from Tring and led in ability groups by Run Leaders. Facilities include a cafe, toilets and bag storage; dogs allowed with cani-cross kit.