Trail Running calendar near Rugby 2025-2026

The Cannock Chase Trail Runs take place in the scenic Cannock Chase Forest near Rugeley, north of Birmingham, designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The event offers 5km and 10km trail runs suitable for all abilities, with no cut-off times, encouraging participation at any pace. The co..

Peak Raid Race 1 – Edale is a fell running event held in the Peak District, featuring challenging terrain including hills, moors, and dales. Participants navigate a 3-hour score format race where they select their own routes to collect points by visiting controls, balancing speed and strategy. The e..

The Chedworth Roman Trail is a popular trail running event held in the scenic Cotswold countryside near Chedworth Village, Gloucestershire. Taking place on September 21, 2025, it offers two challenging multi-terrain races: a 10-mile and a 5-mile lap through undulating tracks, footpaths, fields, and..

The Ouse Valley Way Half & Marathon is an annual running event held in Huntingdonshire, featuring a scenic and flat course along the Ouse Valley. The route covers 26.2 miles for the marathon, running from Eynesbury to Earith in 2025, with a mix of grass, gravel, and tarmac paths near the river. The..

Thunder Races offers trail running events in Bedfordshire, featuring multiple distances including 10km, 25km, and 50km to suit all skill levels. The races take place in scenic locations such as Harrold-Odell Country Park, showcasing a mix of runnable terrain with diverse scenery including forests, f..

The Ladybower Reservoir Trails 54k is a challenging trail running event held in Hope Valley, UK, on September 27, 2025. The 54-kilometer course features a spectacular loop starting from Hope Valley, ascending Win Hill, and passing by the scenic Ladybower, Derwent, and Howden reservoirs. Runners will..

The 10k Rauceby Estate Run is an exciting new running event set in the picturesque Rauceby Estate, a 2000-acre property featuring the historic Rauceby Hall. This all-terrain race covers approximately 10 kilometers, incorporating at least 25% private land that has never hosted a race before, along wi..

The Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge is a scenic endurance event set in the picturesque Chilterns, offering options for 50 km, 25 km, and 10 km routes. Participants can walk, jog, or run through historic trails, rolling hills, and nature reserves, with full support including rest stops, medical aid, and..

Steeple Barton Chase is an annual fun run held at Barton Abbey in Oxfordshire, designed to raise funds for the Steeple Barton church. The event features a variety of running options, including a main 10K run, a 5K run for those seeking a shorter challenge, and a 1K Family Fun Run that encourages par..

The Stuart Learmouth Undulator Fell Race, organized by Wirksworth Running Club, is a classic 13.7 km (8.5 miles) fell race in the Peak District featuring 457 meters (1500 feet) of ascent. Starting in Stoney Wood near Wirksworth, the challenging course combines steep climbs, rocky sections, trails, l..

The Richmond Park Half Marathon is a scenic trail run covering a half marathon distance entirely within Richmond Park. The event begins at Sheen Gate, where participants will navigate through picturesque routes, including views of lakes and wildlife. Runners will traverse various park gates, includi..

The 2025 Grantchester Charity Runs are volunteer-organized events supporting Maggie’s Centre Cambridge and the Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust. Taking place on September 28th, the runs include a 10k and a 3k course through scenic farmland near Grantchester, Cambridge, with flat, mixed terrain and no..

The Wild Run in the Cotswolds is a trail running event set in the scenic, secluded forests of Wychwood at Cornbury Park in Oxfordshire. Participants can choose from various race distances, including 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon, and a 6-hour challenge called the 360. The course features fully marked..

The Kingfisher Challenge is a 6-hour trail running event held at Coombe Abbey Park, Coventry. The course features mature woodland, waterways, and open grassland, offering a scenic and mostly flat 3.3-mile loop primarily on stone pathways with some meadow sections. Participants can run as many laps a..

The Petzl Night Trails 10K at Coombe Abbey is an exciting running event set in the scenic Coombe Abbey Park in Coventry. Participants will experience a unique night-time trail run, showcasing the beauty of the park under the stars. This event is designed for runners of all levels, offering a thrilli..

The London Epping Forest 50 Km will take place in London on Saturday 4 October 2025. You can run 50 kilometers.

The London Ecotrail 25 Km is an exciting running event that takes participants through the scenic landscapes of Epping Forest. This eco-friendly trail run emphasizes sustainability and encourages runners to enjoy the natural beauty of the area while promoting environmental awareness. The event is de..

The Goyt Valley Challenge is a scenic running and walking event held in the western Peak District, starting and finishing at Buxton Community School in Derbyshire. Participants can choose between two routes: a long 26.2-mile course with 4,000 feet of ascent passing through landmarks like Axe Edge, G..

The Round Rotherham Run - Solo is an annual ultra trail running event organized by the Rotherham Harriers and Athletics Club. Covering a challenging distance of 80 km (50 miles) through the scenic South Yorkshire Forest, the course features an overall elevation gain of 800 meters. Participants can c..

The Dovedale Dash is a renowned 4¾-mile cross country race held near the village of Thorpe, close to Ashbourne in the Derbyshire Peak District. The scenic course traverses field paths and open ground through the valleys of the rivers Dove and Manifold, featuring a memorable crossing of the river Dov..