Trail Running calendar near Shepshed 2026-2027

Challenge yourself on the Great Longstone Chase, a classic fell race in the Peak District with 4.8 miles of rugged trail and 290 m of climb. Limited to 200 pre entered runners, the event also offers junior races and post race refreshments.

A multi-terrain off-road race of about 4 miles in Shotton on 4 September 2026, with pre-entry fees (£10, £8 affiliated), prize categories by age, a minimum age of 17, and a 200-person entry limit.

A charity trail running festival in the Colne Valley with 50 mile, 50km, 27km and 10km routes, waymarked moorland trails, stocked feed stations, mandatory kit for ultras, and an event village with family activities.

Two linked fell races in Hayfield on 5 September 2026 offer a full 24.5 km AL route and a shorter 16 km BM option. A single entry covers both races, the field is capped at 200 and entries are handled through SiEntries.

The Bullock Smithy Hike is a 56-mile circular ultra-hike or run organized by a local Scout group. Held over a weekend in September, it starts and finishes in Hazel Grove.

Teams of eight carry a barrel across the moors in Edale while individuals run the same fell course and children race a shorter route. The event on 5 September 2026 is based at Newfold Farm Campsite and raises funds for local primary schools..

Trail running in Carding Mill Valley near Church Stretton with Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K options. The course crosses the Shropshire Hills and The Long Mynd and features marked routes and aid stations.

A Backyard Ultra at Hardwick Hall Estate where runners repeat a 4.16 mile loop every hour until only one remains. The route crosses estate trails, farmland and woodland with on site aid and first aid support.

A 7.1 km fell race on the Longshaw estate in September 2026, using the estate’s new route and 237 m of climb. Entry includes admission to Britain’s oldest sheepdog trials plus food and grandstand seating.

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 long-distance walking and running event crossing Wales over a 45 mile linear route to be completed within 18 hours, presented as a weekend package with accommodation, coach transport, refreshment stops and route maps.

The Cheshire 100 Ultra Run follows the Cheshire Canal Ring from Northwich and is organised by New Era Community Boxing. Entry is open to those over 20, with route guidance, checkpoints, support options and a 36 hour time limit.

A 27 km fell race around Totley with about 1,066 m of climb. The partly marshalled route crosses moorland, tracks and lanes, requires self navigation under FRA rules and mandatory kit, and offers two water stations with no cups provided.

A 30.5 km fell race around Church Stretton with 1360 m ascent, partially marked and requiring navigational skills. Entry is £10 with a 180 runner limit and minimum age over 19.

A charity trail event on 6 September 2026 at Great Ponton Village Centre near Grantham, offering routes of 26.4 miles, 17 miles, 12 miles and 10 km with checkpoints, finish food and scenic village views.

Experience a point to point half marathon along the scenic Sandstone Trail from Bickerton Hill to Kelsall Hill. This event features professional timing, on course water stations, and excellent finish line facilities including showers and a..

Three trail distances through the Coln River valley on 6 September 2026, raising funds for the school’s Big Build Project; routes are mostly on trail with on-course refreshments and finish-line BBQ and cakes.

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.

A three-race autumn trail series featuring a 5k course around Clowbridge Reservoir near Burnley. The route is two laps of a trail path, open to ages 11 and over, with a published entry fee of £6.50.

Robin Hood 100 is a 100 mile trail ultramarathon through Sherwood Forest and nearby parks, featuring a twice-run 30 mile forest loop, marked aid stations, drop bags and a 30 hour cutoff.