Trail Running calendar near Rugby 2026-2027

On Sunday 13 September 2026 at Bakewell Showground the Derbyshire Dales Trail Run offers three scenic routes including a Half Marathon, 15K and 9.5K that follow the Monsal Trail beside the River Derwent.

Tackle the Ilam Three Peaks fell race on Sun 13 Sep 2026 in the Peak District, a punchy 6.4 km route with 520 m of climb across classic fell terrain. Pre entry required, so book early for this steep, scenic challenge.

Experience a scenic trail run through the beautiful Hertfordshire countryside starting in the village of Sandridge. This event features a 10k route near the historic city of St Albans with a finish at the local primary school.

Experience a traffic free trail run through the historic Holdenby House estate with distances ranging from 10km to 50km. Enjoy rolling Northamptonshire views and woodland paths on this private country estate.

Experience an annual fun run at Barton Abbey in Oxfordshire featuring 10k and 5k courses on undulating terrain. Join several race distances or a flexible family fun run to support the maintenance of Steeple Barton Church.

Experience a scenic multi terrain 10km or canicross run through woodlands and private fields. Finish your journey at the Ridgeway View Campsite with a custom medal and a cold pint from SOX Brewery.

A multi-distance running and trekking event in the Peak District on 18-19 September 2026, offering routes from 25 km up to 100 miles with GPS tracking, aid stations, guided group options, and post event support.

The Bradenham Blast is a scenic 10km trail race through the Chilterns. The hilly course features beech woodlands and a final 3km downhill stretch. It offers finisher medals, photography, and prizes for top runners and teams.

A 50 mile fully marked loop through the Chiltern Hills with 5600 feet of climb, five aid stations, on course medical support and a 13 hour cut off. The race starts and finishes in Goring on Thames and requires a marathon qualifier.

Race 47 miles along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Painswick, traversing the rolling hills of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This licensed continuous trail challenge runs under UK Athletics and TRA rules.

Test your endurance at Wyre Forest in a unique hourly loop challenge where you choose your distance. Complete the 6.7 km forest circuit every hour to stay in the race until only the Lone Wolf remains.

A 40 mile ultramarathon in and around Buxton on 19 September 2026 that combines trail and road sections and marks the event's 40th anniversary. Entries are for ages 18 and over and a 14 hour time limit applies.

A single stage, approximately 102 mile trail race along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Bath, with a 32 hour completion time and route markers, support stations and medical cover on the course.

A two-day half marathon along the traffic-free Tissington Trail, running about 13 miles from Parsley Hay to Ashbourne. Coaches operate from Ashbourne Leisure Centre and entries are available for each race day with advance prices listed from..

Take on the scenic Bollington 3 Peaks fell race in the Peak District on Sat 19 Sep 2026, a 9 km course with 370 m climb. Pre entry only, entry includes food and a pint from Bolly Brewery.

A paired trail running challenge in the vast Cannock Chase Forest. Teams of two will explore miles of forest trails and fire roads with live chip timing. All finishers receive unique merchandise.

Experience the rolling Northamptonshire countryside with a half marathon or five mile trail race. Enjoy scenic views across bridleways and footpaths before celebrating with local medals and homemade village cakes.

Experience a scenic trail run through the Huntingdonshire countryside with the Ouse Valley Way Marathon and Half Marathon. These flat point to point races follow the river along a mix of grass gravel and tarmac paths.

A 10 km trail race organised by Wild Deer Events in GB, scheduled for 20 September 2026, with entry priced at £27 and offers available from 18 December 2025.

Join this flexible timed event along the flat River Thames towpath in Walton on Thames. Complete as many laps as you like over seven hours to achieve distances from 5km to an ultra marathon.