Trail Running calendar near Rugby 2026-2027

A ten leg team relay along The Ridgeway, one of England's National Trails covering 86.5 miles. The off road, hilly route finishes in Marlborough and teams compete for the shortest total time with rules on leg composition.

Experience a unique 5 mile multi terrain race through quiet lanes and trails around Manchester Airport. Run through the iconic Bollin River Tunnel in this charity event supporting MNDA.

Take on the Hope Wakes Fell Race on 1 July 2026: a scenic 9.5 km Peak District route with 458 m of climb, starting and finishing at Hope Sportsfield. On the day entry is £8 and all profits go to local charities.

Take on the Winster Hill Race in the heart of the Peak District with a 4 mile course and 177 m of climb that rewards effort with stunning views. Open to runners aged 14 and up with affordable pre entry and on the day entry available.

A guided trail running weekend from Nab View Bunkhouse near Edale featuring the 23 mile Edale Skyline with 1288 m ascent and an optional 10 km loop. The organiser provides technique, fuelling and pacing guidance; tickets are currently sold..

Follow the 82 mile Essex Way trail from Epping tube station to the historic high lighthouse in Harwich. This ultra marathon features mixed terrain and 3,469 feet of elevation with full GPS tracking and five checkpoints.

A timed charity run along the Thames with lap options from 5.3 km up to ultra distances. The Run for a Tenner entry donates £10 to Rays of Sunshine and all finishers receive a bespoke medal.

Experience a unique point to point half marathon along the scenic canal towpaths from Wolverhampton to Birmingham. Run through the historic Coseley Tunnel and enjoy water stations hosted on traditional canal barges.

A lap-based running event on 4 July 2026 around the Ironbridge valley, starting from The Unicorn Inn in Little Dawley. Distances include 8 miles, 16 miles and a marathon; parking is on site and all finishers receive bling.

Experience a challenging 10 km fell race with 675 m of ascent through the technical terrain of the Peak District. This FRA approved event is designed for experienced runners seeking steep climbs and scenic technical descents.

Join the Coal Aston Gala Chase for a scenic 4.7 mile summer trail run through Derbyshire's Moss Valley. The event features a family fun run and finishes with free cake for all participants. It's part of the lively Annual Coal Aston Summer G..

A multi distance trail event based at Bakewell on 4 and 5 July 2026 with continuous and two day 100 km options. The event features signed routes, GPS tracking, covered rest stops, medical teams, camping and camping packages.

A licensed, timed five mile trail race through Smalley, Mapperley and Shipley Country Park with water stations, a race village and prizes. A separate one mile colourful fun run on the event field provides a finisher medal and limited places..

Forest Five Series Race 2 is a one mile forest race on 04 July 2026, part of a three race series started in 2009 to fund the Orion Harriers clubhouse. The event includes age category and team trophies.

Experience a chip timed multi terrain race through the picturesque country roads and bridleways of Willingham. Choose between 10km and 4 mile routes followed by fun races for children at the local recreation ground.

A 21.1 km off road half marathon along The Ridgeway in Buckinghamshire between Wendover and Princes Risborough. The hilly, fully marked course has two on route aid stations, a 4 hour time limit and a 350 runner field on 5 July 2026.

Community road races of 10 km, 5 km and a 1 km youth race at Jobbers Wood near Much Hadham on 5 July 2026. Organised by The Bishop's Stortford High School as a fundraiser with chip timing, finisher T shirts and age group trophies.

Run by the local community, this fell race covers around 10 km (6 miles) of varied moorland at the border of Dark Peak and White Peak. The course includes steep climbs, rough descents and sections across private land used only on race day.

Forest trail races at Cannock Chase on 5 July 2026 feature a half marathon and 10k through hilly woodland, available route maps, on-site parking, a bespoke medal and free race photographs.

Run through the scenic southern Peak District and Tittesworth Reservoir on rugged trails and moorland tracks. Choose between three distances and enjoy a chip timed race with stocked aid stations and a themed finisher medal.