Trail Running calendar near Sale 2026-2027

Cottam Canter on 9 May 2026 is based at the UCLAN Sports Arena and uses a 5K loop along the Lancaster canal and through Haslam Park. Distances from 5K to ultra are offered, with an ultra time limit of six hours.

A self-navigated trail event around Delph, Saddleworth covering about 19 miles with 3000 ft of ascent. The unmarked course visits five trig points, has three manned checkpoints, and requires full kit and a minimum age of 18.

Conquer up to 50 miles and 10000 feet of elevation in the hills of Shropshire. Choose your own path through four unique loops in any order or direction while enjoying a 16 hour buffet at the central race headquarters.

A self-navigated trail event of about 19 miles with 3000 ft of ascent around Delph, Saddleworth, visiting five trig points along footpaths including parts of the Pennine Way. Manned checkpoints offer snacks and the finish includes free hot..

Take on The Tour of Bradwell The Other Half, a challenging fell race in the Peak District starting and finishing at Bradwell Sports Club. Expect a long high ground route with big climbs and a lively mass start atmosphere.

A 14 mile AL-category fell race from Downham across seven of Pendle’s cloughs, with 4100 ft of ascent, mandatory FRA kit checks and checkpoint cut-offs on rough, trackless moorland.

Experience a classic 14.5 km fell race starting and finishing at Rydal Hall in Ambleside. This clockwise horseshoe route features over 900 meters of elevation across the scenic Lakeland fells.

A three-stage route linking Snowdon, Cadair Idris and Pen y Fan across North, Mid and South Wales, covering about 17 miles and 2,334 m of ascent in roughly 19 hours. Options include guided events with leaders and transport or self-organised..

The Cressbrook Crawl will take place in Cressbrook on Saturday 9 May 2026. You can run 11 kilometers.

A 5 kilometre (3 mile) in person mud run at My Life Legacy in Standish, featuring wooded trails, a real swamp and obstacles like cargo nets, mud pits and streams; Early Bird and standard ticket prices are listed.

A 5k obstacle course at Weston Park on 09 May 2026 where participants climb, crawl and slide over paths, tracks and grass. The event supports fundraising, includes on-course marshals, and provides refreshments, toilets and parking.

A senior fell race on 9 May 2026 at Lupton Fields, Sedbergh School, run under Fell Runners Association rules with a fully flagged route and marshals. Entry is for adults aged 18 and over and the entry fee is £2.

A trail race day at Sutton Bank on 10 May 2026 offering Marathon, Half Marathon and 10k courses with downloadable maps, mandatory safety kit and published ascent and time limits; entries are capped and the event operates a no-refund policy.

A multi-distance running event in Avenham Park, Preston on 10 May 2026, featuring hard-surface loops through local parklands. Distances range from 10K to ultra with a six hour ultra limit; entries capped at 52.

A recce of the Paddy Buckley leg from Nantmoor to Beddgelert Forest over the Hebogs, covering 15 km with 1,580 m ascent in Snowdonia. Small guided groups led by Mountain Leader qualified runners, age 18 plus, entry fee £65.

Run a scenic 10km loop through the bluebell-filled Yarrow Valley. The woodland and riverside trail includes picturesque river crossings. Finish at the Flaming Grill Pub to collect your medal and celebrate.

A countryside trail run in Scorton on Sunday 10 May 2026 offering 15 km and 10 km routes through rolling trails and woodlands. Chip timing, aid stations, medical cover and finisher medal with technical t-shirt are provided.

Experience an off road running event in the Clwydian Range featuring marathon, half marathon, and 10k distances. Take on hilly trails with sustainable local support and options for canicross runners.

A five mile trail race on 10 May 2026 at Clock Face Country Park organised by Widnes Running Club in memory of Chris Lam, using chip timing with prizes for the top three men and women.

Experience the landscape of Bollington with a choice of a half marathon or 10k trail run. Conquer the climbs of White Nancy and Kerridge to earn a bespoke finishers medal in this chip timed event.