Trail Running calendar near Ranton 2025-2026

Tackle the classic Doctors Gate Fell Race from The Queens Arms in Old Glossop, a rugged 12.7 mile route with nearly 3000 ft of ascent. A testing fell running challenge and FRA English Champs event with pre entries required.

Take on a scenic off road 9.5 km two lap course around Kinver Edge and the famous Rock Houses in Stourbridge. Open to runners 14 and over, the event promises finish goodies, a medal and prizes for top male and female finishers.

Join Dirt Run, a two round multi terrain series in Northamptonshire offering 5 km to 15 km options at Irchester Country Park on 18 Jan and Brigstock Country Park on 22 Feb. Expect trails, a notable hill and a custom finisher medal.

Take on the Chester Ultra 50, a scenic 50 mile trail ultramarathon near Chester on 28 Feb 2026 through Helsby Hill, Delamere Forest and the Sandstone Trail. Expect rugged terrain, about 849m ascent and limited places.

Take on the South Pennine 24 on 28 February 2026, a challenging 24 mile winter route across Dark Peak moorland from Dovestone Reservoir. Suited to experienced walkers and runners, with checkpoints, flexible starts and a ten hour limit.

Take on Cannock Chase Forest on 28 Feb 2026 with a half marathon or 10K across marked pine and heathland trails, featuring steep climbs, fast descents and muddy technical terrain. Dog friendly with canicross places and finisher medals.

Castle 2 Castle Ultra is a sold out 32 miles run from Powis Estate in Welshpool to Caffi Wylfa in Chirk, blending fast flat paths, rolling footpaths and open views. Prizes await top finishers and everyone gets a finisher plate and goodies.

Take on the 43rd South Shropshire Circular on 28 February 2026, a 25 miles route with about 4675 ft ascent that tests navigation and endurance. The course is revealed on the day with checkpoints and a 10 hour time limit.

Cloud 9 is a scenic 9 mile fell race from Congleton to Bosley Cloud and back via the Bridestones with about 1250 ft of ascent. Off road, chip timed and well marshalled, it supports the National Trust.

Discover scenic trails around Pitsford Water with marshaled 10k and half marathon routes that wind through village lanes and farmland. Enjoy water stations, medals and awards while supporting local foodbanks at Brixworth Country Park.

Take part in Scrimshire's Scramble, a community 10K around North Leverton Windmill that threads scenic lanes and trails. Volunteer run to raise funds for the 212 year old mill, with finishers getting local flour, an eco medal and honey.

Take on the classic Ilkley Moor Fell Race, 8 km across rocky, steep moorland with 401 m of climb and stunning views. Experience required as rough terrain and a mid race cut off make this a true fell running challenge.

Tackle undulating trails, muddy paths and a shallow stream crossing on an adventurous six mile route at Baggeridge Country Park. Join the Action Heart Tuff Un on 1 March 2026 to test yourself and support a West Midlands cardiac charity.

Explore riverside paths and rocky trails at Loggerheads Country Park with 5 km, 5 km canicross and 10 km options on 7 March 2026. Varied terrain, steps and scenic views make this a fun and rewarding challenge for runners and their dogs.

Saddleworth Res's is an off road navigation challenge around Saddleworth Moor with 25 km, 44 km or 60 km routes that visit reservoirs, rocky tracks and boggy ground. Live tracking, staffed checkpoints and a post event meal complete this cla..

Join the Scott Sports Dirty Dozen Adventure Trail Run at Cannock Chase for a gutsy single loop of undulating trails, muddy singletrack and the notorious Ditch of Doom. Enjoy a festival vibe with kids races, camping, on site food and race ph..

Join the 6th Hannington Hike near Wellingborough on 8 March 2026 for scenic 15.5 or 26.6 mile routes with checkpoints, snacks and a hot meal at the finish. Friendly LDWA event with on site parking and support along the way.

Run a seven hour timed event along the flat, traffic free Fossdyke canal towpath at Woodcocks, Burton Waters, Lincoln. Choose half marathon, marathon or ultra distances and collect a medal for completing at least one lap.

Granny's Bay Challenge on 8 March 2026 in Lytham St Annes offers a scenic, flat 5.24 mile estuary loop. This 6 hour timed event lets you run as many laps as you like and earn an official time and medal after one lap; entries limited to 100.

Join the March Hare's Final Run in Penistone, a 7 hour timed challenge on a flat 6.55 mile lap course and run as many laps as you can. Finishers get a 2026 medal and goody bag plus hot drinks and cake.