Trail Running calendar near Shepshed 2025-2026

The Pitsford Water Trail Races are scheduled for March 1, 2026, offering fully marked and marshaled trail races over 10k and half marathon distances. Starting and finishing at Brixworth Country Park, the courses showcase Northamptonshire’s scenic countryside, with the half marathon route passing thr..

Saddleworth Res's is a challenging off-road running event held around the moorlands and valleys near Saddleworth, Oldham. Participants can choose from 5, 10, or 15-reservoir routes, covering distances of approximately 25 km, 44 km, or 60 km, with significant elevation gains and rugged terrain includ..

The Two Crosses Circuit will take place in Greenmount on Sunday 8 March 2026.

The Pennine Bridleway PB18km Trail Running event is an 18km trail running adventure designed for participants of all skill levels, from beginners to elite athletes. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Peak District, the course features a mix of fast trails and challenging ascents, making it an..

The Ranger Ultras PB50km Ultra is a trail running event held in the Peak District, based in the historic village of Hayfield. Covering 50 kilometers, the course features a grand loop incorporating the Pennine Bridleway, Pennine Way, and Limestone Way, offering a mix of fast trails, challenging ascen..

WODland - Endurorun is an inclusive trail running event taking place in Holmfirth, Great Britain, on March 14, 2026. Participants can choose from various distances, including 5km, 10km, and 20km, or take on the unique 6-hour challenge, where individuals or teams can complete as many 5km loops as pos..

The Haworth Hobble is a challenging 32-mile running event organized by the Keighley and Craven Athletics Club, set in the scenic gritstone moors surrounding Haworth, Todmorden, and Hebden Bridge. Participants face a total ascent and descent of 4,400 feet, making it a demanding course that requires n..

The Brynkinalt Running Festival is a community-focused sporting event held at the scenic Brynkinalt Estate near Wrexham. It features trail running races over approximately 5k and 10k distances, open to participants of all ages and abilities, including canicross on Saturday and traditional running on..

The Link Challenge is a 20-mile trail run or hike set in Bury, UK, showcasing the area's six historic villages: Nangreaves, Holcombe, Hawkshaw, Affetside, Ainsworth, and Greenmount. Participants can enjoy the scenic route while engaging with fellow adventurers, with the option of being guided throug..

The Moo-rathon, Calf and Hen K is an exciting running event hosted by Zig Zag Running at Hyde Hall Farm, Buntingford. Celebrating its third year, participants can choose from various distances, including 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon, and Ultra Marathon. The scenic route starts at the farm's bas..

The Canalathon-Ultra Running Festival is an exciting event taking place along the scenic Rochdale Canal, featuring various race distances including 100km, 50km, Half Marathon, and 10km. Participants will enjoy a flat, well-maintained course that allows for fast times, with minimal elevation and no n..

Ultra in The Black Country is a scenic long-distance running event taking place on March 29, 2026, starting and finishing at Baggeridge Country Park near Dudley, West Midlands. Participants can choose to run solo, in pairs, or as a team of four, covering a 32-mile loop that features urban escapes li..

The Manchester to Liverpool Ultra 50 is a supported 50-mile ultramarathon following the Trans-Pennine Trail, Manchester Ship Canal, and River Mersey, starting at the Imperial War Museum North in Manchester and ending at the North End Sports & Social Club in Liverpool. The race features a well-marked..

The Rose of the Shires Ultra Marathon is a 54-mile circular race through Northamptonshire’s scenic countryside, featuring a mix of trails, country roads, towpaths, and village routes. Starting and ending at Brixworth Country Park, the event offers a challenging yet accessible course with six checkpo..

The Battle of the Brampton Valley Way is a challenging ultra marathon event held along the traffic-free Brampton Valley Way in Leicestershire and Northamptonshire. Runners choose to start from either Northampton or Market Harborough, with the race covering two 14-mile stretches in opposite direction..

The Ranger Ultras PB137km Trail Challenge is an exciting trail running event taking place along the Pennine Bridleway. Participants will tackle a challenging 137km course within a 50-hour time limit, featuring runnable trails and stunning scenery across West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire moors, and Cum..

The Ranger Ultras PB230km Trail Challenge is a challenging ultramarathon spanning 230 kilometers over four days, from April 16 to April 19, 2026. Participants will traverse the Pennine Bridleway and scenic trails through the Peak District, West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire moors, and Cumbria, with a t..

The Chester Ultra 100 is a challenging ultramarathon covering 102 miles with 1,590 meters of elevation, taking place in Chester, UK. The route includes scenic trails along the Sandstone Trail, Marches Way, Helsby Hill, Frodsham, Beeston Castle, Delamere Forest, and the Bridgewater Canal. The event f..

The Thames Ring 250 is an iconic 250+ mile ultramarathon loop starting from Goring, following the River Thames into London, then along the Grand Union Canal and Oxford Canal before returning to the Thames finish. Established in 2009, it was the first race of its kind, known for its challenging cours..

The Calderdale Way Ultra is an off-road running event held on April 25, 2026, featuring two race distances: 50 miles and 30 miles. The 50-mile route begins and ends in Heptonstall, passing through scenic moorlands, woodland trails, and towns such as Todmorden and Old Town, with aid stations along th..