Trail Running calendar near Rotherby 2026-2027

Explore the scenic Harborough Round on a 50 km or 100 km journey through historic villages and countryside. This supported ultra marathon features iconic landmarks like Foxton Locks and the Kelmarsh Tunnel.

Take on the Piethorne Fell Race on Sun 16 Aug 2026: a 10 km test with 275 m of climb across the scenic South West Pennines. Starts at the Bulls Head in Newhey with cash prizes for record breakers and both pre entries and on the day entry.

Take on the Fellrunner on Sunday 16 August 2026 in Crowden in the Peak District, a testing 12.9 km course with 518 m of climb across wild moorland and open fell. Pre entry and on the day entry available; open to runners aged 18 and over.

Experience the rugged beauty of the Peak District with trail races ranging from 10 to 41 miles starting from Edale. Navigate wild paths and steep climbs in this self-navigated adventure for runners and fit walkers.

Run along the scenic trail paths of Carsington Water in Derbyshire. Choose between an undulating half marathon or 10k loop while enjoying views of the reservoir and surrounding countryside.

Join this popular canal towpath event in Kirkstall for a flat and fast lapped course. Choose from five distances and enjoy a post race BBQ and bespoke medal in a social atmosphere.

The Phoenix Afterglow is the final event in a 2026 summer series, held on a flat, scenic 5.3km loop along the River Mersey. Participants choose their own distance within a 7-hour window, with a finisher's medal for everyone. The event suppo..

Experience a scenic trail run through Wendover Woods with distances ranging from a junior race to a half marathon. Enjoy gravel paths and views of the Chilterns with chip timing and themed medals for all finishers.

Take on the Trunce 8, a classic Peak District fell race starting and finishing at Oxspring Playing Field. The 6.2 km route climbs 190 m and entry is on the day for £3, with a junior 3 km race for over 10s at £1.

Join this flexible summer evening race in Leeds along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. Choose between 5k and 10k distances with on the day registration and post race refreshments including hot food and drinks.

Experience a fast and flat run at Nottingham Racecourse and Colwick Country Park. Choose between several distances including a half marathon and 10k while enjoying scenic lakeside paths and an active event village.

Join this established 10k event in the heart of Worcestershire. Managed by an England Athletics affiliated club, this race offers a professional environment for runners in the Pershore area.

Experience a scenic 10k fell race through the historic village of Eyam and the Peak District featuring steep climbs and wooded descents. Enjoy a post race BBQ and community atmosphere with routes available for both adults and juniors.

Challenge yourself on the Great Longstone Chase, a classic fell race in the Peak District with 4.8 miles of rugged trail and 290 m of climb. Limited to 200 pre entered runners, the event also offers junior races and post race refreshments.

Discover the rugged beauty of Yorkshire through a charity trail festival offering distances from 1.4 km to 50 miles. Enjoy a well supported community event starting in Huddersfield that raises funds for local primary schools.

Two linked fell races from Hayfield in the Peak District offer a 24.5 km, 1270 m ascent or a 15.5 km, 650 m option, both requiring navigation and mountain experience. Entries open pre and on the day, 200 places; full kit and map compulsory.

The Bullock Smithy Hike is a 56-mile circular ultra-hike or run organized by a local Scout group. Held over a weekend in September, it starts and finishes in Hazel Grove.

Experience trail running through the Shropshire Hills and The Long Mynd with a choice of 10k, half marathon, or marathon distances starting from the scenic Carding Mill Valley.

Run the fell race at Britain's oldest sheepdog trials. The 7.1 km course tours the Longshaw Estate and Grindleford Valley. Your race entry grants free access to the trials, with food, a beer tent, and grandstand seating.

Join a scenic charity 10k across Staffordshire countryside, starting and finishing at the canal side Hartley Arms in Wheaton Aston. With only 150 places, the race finishes with music and food at the pub to celebrate local charities.