Trail Running calendar near Rugeley 2025-2026

PFW Running presents the Cottam Canter at the UCLAN Sports Arena in Cottam, Preston. Distances are offered on one course: 5K loop; 10K as two loops; half marathon as four loops plus a short out-and-back; marathon as eight loops plus a short out-and-back; and an ultra with unlimited laps within a six..

Dukeries 30 / 40, from HOBO Pace, is a circular trail race starting in Walesby, within Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire. The event offers 30-mile and 40-mile distances, open to runners only. The route mainly follows forest trails and footpaths, passing lodges and landmarks such as Creswell Crags, th..

The Tenacious Ten Hour Endurance Challenge is a timed loop race on Saturday 9 May 2026 at Mynydd Troed, Pengenfford Common, near Talgarth, Powys (LD3 0EY). The event is organised by Limitless Trails and has a strict 10 hour cut-off; any lap not completed before the final horn will not be recorded...

Shires and Spires is a five-distance multi-terrain running event based in Naseby, Northamptonshire, starting and finishing at Naseby Village Hall. It offers 10K road, half marathon, three-quarter marathon, marathon, and a 35-mile ultra. The route blends trails, footpaths, and roads, showcasing the N..

Avenham Amble is a multi-distance running event in Preston’s parklands, centered on Avenham Park by the River Ribble. The programme offers 10K, half marathon, marathon and ultra distances. The course runs on hard-surface paths through Avenham Park, Miller Park and Upper Farm Nature Reserve & Leisure..

Trent Valley Ultra 2026 is a 50-kilometre ultra marathon organized by Quadrio Events, starting at Milestone Brewery & Tap in Cromwell, Newark (Nottinghamshire). The scenic route uses villages, footpaths, bridleways, tracks and minor roads for a picturesque brewery-to-brewery experience. Checkpoints..

Youlgrave Fell Race: The Pommie Panter is a traditional Peak District fell race held in Youlgrave, Derbyshire. The course covers about 5.8 miles (9.3 km) with roughly 267 m of ascent, starting from Youlgrave Village Well on Moor Lane and finishing by The George pub on the village street. The route t..

Leaden Boot Challenge is a 26.2-mile charity walk/run in Alstonefield, located in the Peak District’s White Peak. The elliptical route starts and finishes at Alstonefield Village Hall and climbs roughly 4,800 feet in total ascent and descent. The course threads through Milldale, Baley Hill, Nabs Dal..

The Bronte Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile trail race held in the scenic Bronte Country between Haworth and Hebden Bridge, Yorkshire. Known for its hilly course, the event supports Sue Ryder and offers a unique challenge alongside the Bronte Bike Challenge, inviting runners to compete against cyclists...

Grim Reaper Running Festival returns to Grimsthorpe Castle Estate in South Lincolnshire on May 23–24, 2026, with distances for all abilities: 10, 40, 70 and 100 miles solo, plus a 100-mile team relay. There are two 10-mile races (day and night). The 10-mile loop combines grass trails through ancient..

God's Own Backyard Ultra – Spring 2026 takes place at Hunters Greave, Pollard Lane, Hawksworth, Leeds LS5 3BF, as part of the Backyard Ultra Series. The race follows the BYU format: competitors run a 4.167-mile loop and must complete it within the hour to start the next loop; if not, they are a DNF...

Panopticons Ultra is a 32-mile trail point-to-point ultra around East Lancashire in the South Pennines. The route links the four Panopticons art installations by Mid Pennine Arts, starting in Blackburn at Corporation Park and finishing in Trawden, with scenic climbs through Haslingden and views of S..

The Gerald Story Memorial Fun Run is a 5.5-mile trail race held near Worksop, starting from Worksop College and winding through the scenic Clumber Park. The mostly off-road course features a short closed-road section, offering varied terrain and striking views of parkland and woodland. The event hon..

The Tatton Park Wild Trail Runs take place on 31 May 2026 at Tatton Park in Cheshire. The event is held on mixed terrain: trail paths, grass, woodlands and some tarmac. Canicross entrants are welcome. All finishers receive a medal, Wild Deer merchandise, a snack and a drink. 10 km Half Marathon (..

The Wentworth Castle Trail Runs, held at the scenic Wentworth Castle Gardens in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, offer 5km and 10km trail running events. Scheduled for the evening of June 10, 2026, the runs provide a unique opportunity to race or train on beautiful parkland paths, woodland trails, and pas..

The Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge is part of Ultra Challenge’s UK trek and trail run series. It starts from Cirencester Basecamp in the heart of the Cotswolds and offers Full 100 km, plus 75 km, 50 km, 25 km options, and a 10 km Cirencester leg. The 100 km loop threads rolling hills, villages and foo..

The Gnosall 10K is a scenic multi-terrain race held in the village of Gnosall, Staffordshire, starting and finishing at the Gnosall Family Sports Club. Covering approximately 11.2 km, the course features picturesque routes along the Shropshire Union Canal, disused railway lines, farmland, woodland,..

Offa's Dyke 15 (2026) is a 15-mile off-road running event organized by Tempo Events, taking place on Saturday 13 June. Registration is at The Granary, 20-21 Broad Street, Hay-on-Wye, Herefordshire HR3 5DB. Solo entries cost £34 (plus service fee); relay entrants £47.The race carries a storied herita..

Set in the Nene Valley countryside near Fotheringhay, Peterborough, the Nene Valley Trail Run offers friendly, scenic off-road racing over 10 miles or 20 miles. Starting from Castle Farm Campsite, the routes traverse green fields, ancient bluebell woodlands, rivers, disused railway tracks and quiet..

The Manorlands PaintRush is a vibrant 5-kilometre colour run held in Bingley, Yorkshire, supporting the Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice. The cross-country course features an undulating profile over three laps, with seven paint stations along the route that douse participants in bright colours, creating..