Trail Running calendar near Shepshed 2025-2026

Join Kirkstall Rock up n' Run on 25 June 2026 for a fun pop up summer run along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal with 5k and 10k options. Register online or on the day and enjoy hot food, a jumble medal and a post run beer or soft drink.

Take on the Colworth Marathon Challenge over a three day weekend in North Bedfordshire, where three multi terrain races add up to a full marathon. Enjoy free camping, family entertainment and children's races while choosing one, two or all..

Join Cock a doodle Dawdle on 27 June 2026 at Hyde Hall Farm for undulating trails across grassland and paths, with distances from 5k to ultra for all levels. Limited to 300 entries, friendly aid station and bespoke medals add to the charm.

Join the Whaley Waltz, a lively fell race in Whaley Bridge that winds 5.8 miles with 274 m of climb through classic Peak District terrain. A friendly carnival vibe, prizes and charity fundraising make it a brilliant summer challenge.

Scenic trail runs around Carsington Water offer a half marathon or 10K on undulating reservoir paths with kilometre markers and cheering marshals. Chip timed results, free photos and a bespoke medal await at the lively event village.

Run riverside trails at Burrs Country Park for the Burrs Bash, a friendly lapped event where you can tackle one 3.28 mile lap up to ultra distance within a seven hour limit. Organized by Phoenix Running Manchester in support of The Sunnywoo..

Join the Eldwick Gala fell race in the South West Pennines, a scenic but testing 3 mile course with 168 m climb and short junior races. Limited to 200 runners, this community event blends tough trails and festival fun.

TrailFest at Salcey Forest on 28 June 2026 invites runners to choose from 10K, half, marathon or 50K on scenic, well marked forest paths. Compact trails, a cafe and facilities, generous cut offs and a finisher medal make it ideal for trail..

Join the Snickerthon at Chasewater Country Park on 28 Jun 2026 for multi distance running on flat 5K laps around the reservoir. Entrants can choose 5K, 10K, half or marathon and enjoy aid stations, park facilities and a finisher medal.

Tackle the classic Kinder Trog fell race in Hayfield on Sun 28 Jun 2026, a challenging 25 km route with 900 m of climb across Peak District terrain. Entry on the day and FRA kit is required.

Join the Shrigley Stag Fell Race, a challenging 10 km route across scenic Cheshire hills raising funds for Pott Shrigley Church and the local community. Friendly atmosphere and great views make it perfect for community runners.

A lively 4 mile fell race around Cragg Vale in the South Pennines, testing you with 244 m of climb across scenic moorland. On the day entry and team prizes, registration at Cragg Church and post race beer add a fun finish.

Take on the Hope Wakes Fell Race on 1 July 2026: a scenic 9.5 km Peak District route with 458 m of climb, starting and finishing at Hope Sportsfield. On the day entry is £8 and all profits go to local charities.

Take on the Winster Hill Race in the heart of the Peak District with a 4 mile course and 177 m of climb that rewards effort with stunning views. Open to runners aged 14 and up with affordable pre entry and on the day entry available.

Explore the Peak District on the Edale Skyline Trail Weekend with the rugged 23 mile Skyline route or a shorter 10 km option. Stay near Edale, get guided trail coaching and enjoy spectacular views with fellow runners.

Experience a scenic point to point half marathon along canal towpaths from Wolverhampton to Brindley Place, with varied surfaces, a unique 360m tunnel and floating water stations. Chip timed finishers get a bespoke medal and T shirt.

Take on the Peak District Ultra Challenge from Bakewell basecamp on 4 to 5 July 2026, with routes from a 10 mile loop to a full 100 km ultra. Options for walkers and fast Trailblazer runners plus camping, rest stops, medical care and finish..

Join July the Turd on 4 July 2026 in Ironbridge valley for marathon, 16 mile and 8 mile options over scenic tracks, paths and road. Friendly atmosphere, on site parking and bling for all finishers make it a great summer challenge.

Take on the Fellrunner at Heptonstall Festival, a scenic 9.5 km fell race with about 500 m of climb in the South West Pennines. Finish to live music, food stalls and a free pint; entry on the day £7.

Tackle a classic Peak District fell race from Warslow Village Hall: 10 km with 675 m of climb across moorland and steep trails. Expect challenging ascents, sweeping views and a friendly village atmosphere.