Trail Running calendar near Rugeley 2025-2026

INFERNO Edale's Ring of Hell on 22 August 2026 is a fierce trail challenge across Peak District terrain, with options from 10 miles to a 41 mile ultra. Self navigated routes, big climbs and wild scenery promise an unforgettable day.

Run scenic, undulating trails around Carsington Water with a half marathon or 10k option, each kilometre marked and marshals on course. Enjoy a themed medal, post race goodies and a lively event village for a festival finish.

Take on the Trunce 8, a classic Peak District fell race starting and finishing at Oxspring Playing Field. The 6.2 km route climbs 190 m and entry is on the day for £3, with a junior 3 km race for over 10s at £1.

Take on the Fellrunner Golf Ball in Rossendale for a gritty 8.8 km fell race with 244 m of climbing across classic Bowland terrain. Teams are welcome and post race food and drink ensure a warm community finish.

Kirkstall Rock Up n' Run is a lively summer pop up along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal offering 5k and 10k routes for all abilities. Enjoy entries on the day, a jumble medal and hot food with a beer or soft drink.

Epic 130 mile point to point along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal from Liverpool to Leeds on 29 August 2026. Run scenic towpaths past Burnley Embankment and the Bingley Five Rise with crew support allowed and a 40 hour limit.

Tackle a classic Pennines fell race in Pendleton on 29 August 2026. The 8 km course packs 457 m of ascent across rough terrain, with on the day entries and homemade cakes and a cosy village pub to reward you.

Join the Nottingham Running Festival at Colwick Park for fast, flat lakeside and racecourse routes with a half marathon, 10K, 5K and junior race. Enjoy chip timed results, themed medals, free photos and an event village while supporting Not..

Join the Plum 10k on 30 August 2026 in Pershore, Worcestershire, hosted by Pershore Plum Plodders. Enjoy a scenic 10 km through local countryside with friendly club support and a welcoming atmosphere for runners of all abilities.

Tackle Derbyshire terrain at the Eyam Fell Race, a testing 10 km route up Sir William Hill and across Abney Moor before a steep wooded return to the village. Enjoy post race BBQ, bar and prizes from the Barrel Inn.

Rochdale Harriers present a lively six race series in 2026 across road, track, trail and fell, from the Wardle Skyline and evening Hades Hill to the accurately measured Rochdale 10K. Some races use chip timing and on the day entry is common..

Event overview Heights Ultra Trail is a charity running festival based at Colne Valley High School, Gillroyd Lane, Linthwaite, Huddersfield HD7 5SP. The event offers four marked races: 50 Mile 50 KM 27 KM 10 KM The event raises funds for..

Groovy Baby Love is a Peak District fell race from Hayfield Scout Hut on Sat 5 Sep 2026, 16 km with 675 m climb across unmarked ground. Mandatory kit and navigation skills required; pre entry and day entries available.

Join the 50th Bullock Smithy Hike in Hazel Grove on 5 to 6 September 2026. This classic circular 56 miles challenge welcomes hikers and ultra runners for a scenic, rewarding weekend.

Tackle the wild Shropshire Hills at Carding Mill Valley with scenic 13.1 mile and 26.2 mile trail races through the Long Mynd. Well marked routes, aid stations and marshals make this a classic, challenging day out for trail runners.

Join the Longshaw Sheepdog Trial Fell Race on Sat 5 Sep 2026 for a scenic Peak District challenge alongside the sheepdog trials. The 7.1 km course climbs 236 m, is pre entry only and capped at about 200 runners, with trials entry included.

Enjoy a scenic riverside run in Ross on Wye with 5K and 10K chip timed races plus a 500 m fun run for kids. Flat multi terrain routes may include grass and mud, every finisher gets a medal and prizes await top finishers.

The Exterminator is a classic 17 mile fell race organised by Totley AC that tests navigation and stamina across moorland, woods and villages. Expect steep climbs, self navigation and a friendly club atmosphere for adventurous runners.

Take on the Stretton Skyline, a scenic yet demanding 30.5 km fell race around Church Stretton with 1357 m of climb and panoramic Shropshire Hills views. Pre entry only, finishers enjoy a tasty goody bag.

Enjoy a Peak District fell race at Oxspring Playing Field, a punchy 6.2 km course with 190 m of ascent through scenic terrain. On the day entries welcome for a modest fee and the event is part of an eight race series.