Rugeley
Trail Running Calendar near Rugeley 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Rugeley for 2026-2027! We've gathered 76 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
Enjoy a scenic trail run through the Staffordshire countryside starting and finishing at a canal side pub. This charity event features a 10k route followed by evening food and music.
A fully marked 4 mile fell race around three summits near Ilam, featuring a steep ascent up Bunster Hill, a river crossing and 520 m of ascent.
A half marathon along the traffic free Tissington Trail from Parsley Hay to Ashbourne with scenic views over the Derbyshire Dales. Races run on Saturday and Sunday 19 and 20 September 2026 with coaches to the start and a bespoke medal for finishers.
A hybrid fitness event at Cannock Chase Forest on 19 September 2026 offering solo entries and 5 km and 10 km ruck runs with pack weight rules, live chip timing, finisher merchandise and standard category prizes.
Experience a multi terrain 10k run through the beautiful South Staffordshire countryside. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and homemade cakes in the heart of Brewood village square.
One More Lap for Kids' Village is an in-person team event on 20 September 2026 at Stowe Field in Lichfield. Team entries are listed as free and the event is organised by One More Lap.
Mudfest at Rosliston Forest is a four hour event on a 4 km loop in Derbyshire with small fields and bespoke medals for finishers.
A 13.7 km fell race around Wirksworth with 457 m ascent, rocky and moorland terrain, run under FRA licence in autumn with advance entry and age 18 plus requirement.
A two-lap, multi-terrain 10K around the parkland and streets of Bournville with Rowheath Pavilion as race HQ and tiered entry pricing.
October 2026
A 4 3/4 mile cross country race around Thorpe and Dovedale with a river crossing at the Stepping Stones, plus a 1 1/4 mile Mini Dash for U12s.
A functional fitness race in Brierley Hill on 4 Oct 2026 with solo, doubles and five-person relay options, ten Xercises and 400m or 800m run formats.
An off-road runners and walkers event on an approximately 10 mile Charnwood countryside route with water stops, refreshments and separate junior options on 4 October 2026.
A six hour multi-lap off road event at Sence Valley Forest Park where participants complete 3.3 mile laps at their own pace, with canicross allowed and options for a medal or tree token.
Trail races in Cannock Chase Forest on 11 October 2026 offering Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and a Junior Race with chip timing, a themed medal, free photos and a serviced event village.
Trail races around Carsington Water on 17 October 2026, with a half marathon and a 10k on marked, undulating paths. Entries include a themed medal, water and post-race goodies, plus an event village and downloadable GPX routes.
Trail half marathon and a 7.6 mile Super Seven take place in Wyre Forest on 18 Oct 2026, with timing, medals, water stations and medical cover. Parking is pay and display and finishers receive category prizes and finish goodies.