Trail Running calendar near Pontesbury 2026-2027

A 10th anniversary five mile chip timed cross country and Canicross in the Upper Wreake valley, featuring fields, stiles, brooks and hilly countryside. Race HQ is at Hoby & District village hall with parking and facilities.

A Peak District walking event in Buxton on 3 October 2026 with long and short routes through Axe Edge, Goyt Valley and Shining Tor. Organised by High Peak LDWA with checkpoints, refreshments and parking at the school.

A 7 hour Time Challenge at Dare Valley Country Park where runners choose their distance. Finishers from 3km receive a themed medal, doughnuts and a goody bag, with aid tables and vegan options on course.

A 15.2 km fell race in the Peak District with 490 m of climb, held at Curbar Primary School on 3 October 2026. Pre-entry is required and proceeds go to Curbar Primary School.

A cross country meeting near Thorpe and Dovedale with a **4 3/4 mile** main race through valleys of the Dove and Manifold and a **1 1/4 mile** Mini Dash for U12s that reaches the Stepping Stones.

A junior fell running race in the Pennines for ages 6 and up. The 2 km course starts near a classic pub. Entry is available on the day.

Test your endurance at MacTuffX Brierley Hill in October 2026. Choose between 400m and 800m intervals in solo, double, or relay formats for a unique racing experience. This event is open to all participants aged 18 and over.

Set in the scenic Sence Valley Forestry Park, this flexible 6 hour event allows you to run as many 3.3 mile laps as you choose. Experience a mix of woodland trails and lakeside paths with distances ranging from 5k to ultramarathon.

Experience an undulating off road trail run through Cuerden Valley Park. Complete as many five kilometer laps as you choose within a six hour limit to earn your finisher medal.

Inflatable 5K in Cheltenham on Saturday 10 October 2026 is a five kilometre obstacle course made of inflatables. Recent listings show a five star rating and 34 bookings in the past week.

A fully marked 32 mile trail run in the Cambrian Mountains, based at Camp Plas with exclusive camping and support, limited to 100 runners and a 14 hours cut off for the main route.

A 55 km circular, self navigated trail around the Forest of Dean that mixes technical single track, riverside running and ridge views. Beechenhurst is race HQ; aid stations, medical support and a separate canicross category are provided.

A rural 8.9 km race around Tideswell with 267 m of climb, passing Peters Stone and the summit of Hay Cop before returning to Bishop Pursglove Primary School. Entry fees differ for FRA members and non-members.

A 13.1 mile trail race starting and finishing at Drone Valley Brewery in Unstone, Derbyshire. The second edition follows varied forest and riverside terrain, includes one aid station, a finisher medal and a beer voucher.

A trail half marathon around Rivington starting and finishing at Rivington and Blackrod High School, organised by Chorley Women FC. Entrants should have prior half marathon experience and entry is ticketed with a T-shirt option.

Run the Sheffield TenTenTen at Endcliffe Park, a lively mixed terrain 10k through grass, paths and woodland that welcomes all abilities. A 2.5k fun run invites kids and families for a friendly, accessible day of outdoor running.

A trail event at Cannock Chase Forest on 11 October 2026 with Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and a junior race; the route is marked and chip timed and the event includes race photos, a themed medal and an on-site event village.

The Twin Peaks Race in Aberystwyth challenges runners with ascents of both Pen Dinas and Constitution Hill on an 11.7 km route. A shorter junior race on the promenade is also available. The event features varied terrain and finishes with a..

A roughly half marathon fell race around the Goyt Valley and up to Shining Tor. The mostly off road course is waymarked at junctions, includes two water points and finish food, and requires full Fell Runners Association kit.

An inclusive Canicross at Pennington Flash Country Park on 11 October 2026, with scenic lakeside and forest trails. Two course options of about 1.5 to 2 km and 4 to 5 km, onsite facilities and marshals for course support.