Trail Running calendar near Shepshed 2026-2027

A short fell race to Stoodley Pike in Todmorden covering 5 km with 213 m of ascent. Part of Todmorden Harriers Summer Series, entry on the night is £5 and proceeds support local causes.

A 9.9 km fell race from Cromford Meadows with mainly trail running and a mid-race climb past Black Rocks, totaling about 800 feet of ascent. Organised by Matlock Athletic Club, entries are online in advance with a 300-runner limit.

A marked high-moor fell race of about 7 miles with 1200 ft ascent across tussocky paths and bracken. The FRA-licensed non-GPS event requires mandatory kit, has a 120-runner limit, and pre-entry closes 6 July 2026.

A 6.7 km fell race around the Stiperstones from Snailbeach with 375 m of ascent, steady climbs and mixed descents. Entries are available by pre-entry or on the evening and proceeds support local charities and Natural England.

A multi-terrain 5km in Fermyn Woods Country Park on Wednesday 8th July, part of the Northants 5K Series. Limited parking, bespoke finishers medals and a virtual completion option are available; entries close 23:59 on Tuesday 7th July.

A single lap off-road 10 km race at Wyre Forest with canicross allowed and facilities limited to toilets and water at halfway. Series entry is open until 1 May 2026 and places are limited.

Experience an undulating 6.4 mile multi terrain course through rural landscapes. This chip timed race starts and finishes at the Royton Cricket Club with full facilities available for all participants.

A category BS fell race of 6.4 Kilometres at Thurlstone Gala in South Yorkshire on 9 July 2026. Single lap, undulating course, entry £6 with a 150 runner limit and cash prizes including record bonuses.

A 59 mile point to point ultramarathon following much of the River Severn from Shrewsbury to Worcester. The race has four checkpoints with vegan and gluten free options and enforces a minimum pace of 4.0 miles per hour.

Summer 10k at Coombe Abbey Park on 10 July 2026 is a 10 km trail run over two laps of woodland and meadow with four water station visits. Onsite toilets and low cost parking are available and there is an option to receive a tree token inste..

A six-hour trail event at Coombe Abbey Park where participants complete as many 3.3 mile laps as they choose within a timed window. The route is mainly stone pathways with a meadow section, on-site parking, cafe and toilet facilities.

Midlands Spartan Weekend at Belvoir Castle runs Jul 10 to 12, 2026 with Sprint, Super, Beast and kids obstacle races. It is a Trifecta Weekend allowing completion of the three main distances in one weekend.

A point to point 57 mile ultra along the Severn Way from Worcester to Stonehouse, passing Upton-on-Severn, Tewkesbury and Gloucester. Four checkpoints offer vegan and gluten free options, finishers receive a bespoke medal and a head visor.

Trail races from Slaithwaite follow the Huddersfield canal out to Tunnel End, with four distance options, on course feed stations and marshals. Parking is limited and registration is at Slaithwaite Community Centre.

A trail ultramarathon from Lewknor to Avebury in Oxfordshire with 100 km and two 50 km stage options, following the Ridgeway through historic sites and offering pit stops, chip timing and basecamp facilities.

Circular running and walking routes start in Hallow and pass through 12 local parishes. Distances range from 10 to 40 miles, with waymarked off road paths, checkpoints offering drinks and snacks, and a hot meal and certificate for finishers..

Trail event at Carding Mill Valley offering 10K, half marathon and marathon routes across the Shropshire Hills and Long Mynd, with marked trails, aid stations and a medal included.

Take on the Charlesworth & Chisworth Carnival Fell Race on Sat 11 Jul 2026 in the Peak District, a testing 5 km / 3.1 mile course with 180 m of climb. Pre entry and entry on the day plus junior races make this a great community running day.

Trail races from 8 km up to a 50 km ultra around Princes Risborough, using ancient beech woods, chalk downs and Ridgeway sections with marked routes and fuel outposts.

A timed lap event on a flat 5.3 km riverside course in Chorlton Water Park, offering distances from 5 km to ultra over a seven hour limit. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and the organisers donate £1 per entry to a chosen charity.