Trail Running calendar near Shifnal 2025-2026

Run the Stockport Trail Half Marathon along the scenic Middlewood Way and Macclesfield Canal near Marple. Chip timing and a relaxed non competitive wave make it perfect for racers and social runners alike.

Take on Mr Sparkle's Dark Un, an 8.1 km night fell race around Tockholes with stiff climbs, open moorland and muddy descents under headtorch light. Limited to 100 runners, entry supports Bolton Mountain Rescue and the Red Cross.

Tackle the Chester Ultra 50 mile trail around Chester, linking the Sandstone Trail, Delamere Forest and Helsby Hill within a 17 hour cut off. The 2026 event is sold out and mandatory kit plus a GPS tracker are required.

Challenge yourself at the South Pennine 24 on 28 February 2026, a 24 mile route with 3,900 ft of climb across wild moorland around Dovestone Reservoir. Fully supported with four checkpoints; event is full but a wait list is open.

Take on the Cannock Chase Wildwood Trail Series on 28 Feb 2026 at Birches Valley, a scenic yet testing woodland course with steep climbs, fast descents and technical, muddy trails. Half and 10K with canicross options and eco wooden medals.

Castle 2 Castle Ultra is a 32 mile ultramarathon from Powis Estate to Caffi Wylfa, taking runners over fast paths and rolling footpaths with scenic castle views. Finishers get a celebratory plate and goodies and top three men and women win..

Tackle the 25 mile South Shropshire Circular from Minsterley Village Hall, a navigational challenge across scenic hills with checkpoints and a 10 hour limit. Organised by LDWA and currently full with a waiting list.

Join Phoenix Running Manchester's Dragonfly Run at Hardy Farm for a timed, multi distance challenge on a flat riverside towpath. Enjoy a bespoke finisher medal option, cakes at aid stations and a £1 donation per runner to Glossop Cat Rescue..

The Wingerworth Wobble is a 4.66 mile trail race through fields woods and rolling hills in Derbyshire. Expect a marked course, a runnable hill finish, a finisher medal and refreshments while supporting local causes.

Cloud Nine is a classic 9 mile fell race from Congleton to the summit of Bosley Cloud and back, offering rugged trails and great views. Entry is by pre registration only, places are limited and FRA mandatory kit rules apply.

Choose a 10k or half marathon and enjoy scenic trails around Pitsford Water starting and finishing at Brixworth Country Park on 1 March 2026. Fully marked and marshaled routes include village passages and a few stiles on the half for a rewa..

Join Scrimshire's Scramble, a community trail 10K around North Leverton Windmill with mixed off road terrain and sweeping countryside views. Finishers get windmill milled flour, a sustainably designed medal and a jar of local honey.

Tackle undulating trails, muddy paths and a shallow stream crossing on an adventurous six mile route at Baggeridge Country Park. Join the Action Heart Tuff Un on 1 March 2026 to test yourself and support a West Midlands cardiac charity.

Hit the trails at Loggerheads Country Park with 5 km, 10 km and Canicross routes over riverside paths, rocky sections and a set of steps to conquer. Organised event with on site facilities and great reviews.

Explore Saddleworth moorland in CraggRunner's Res races on 7 March 2026 with 25 km, around 42 km or 60 km routes that demand navigation and grit. Multiple support points, refreshments and live tracking will keep you moving.

Join the Scott Sports Dirty Dozen, a 12 km single lap across muddy Cannock Chase trails with climbs, fast descents and the infamous Ditch of Doom. Kids course, camping and on site parking make it a great family friendly race day.

Tackle a scenic but testing 6.8 km fell course around Dolgarrog with 417 m of climb, hosted at Canolfan Porthlwyd. Entry on the day; minimum age 16 makes it perfect for adventurous runners.

Take on 15.5 or 26.6 mile routes at the 6th Hannington Hike on 8 March 2026 in Wellingborough, across rolling Northamptonshire countryside. Entries include checkpoints, refreshments and a hearty finish meal.

Take on the 40th Two Crosses Circuit on Sunday 8 March 2026 at Greenmount, choosing a rewarding 18 or 26 mile trail for walkers and runners. Classic West Pennine Moors scenery, route navigation and friendly LDWA support make it a memorable..

Challenge yourself at the March Hare's Final Run in Penistone, a 7 hour timed event on a flat lapped 6.55 mile route where you can run as many laps as you like. Every finisher gets a 2026 medal, goody bag and chocolate treats with hot drink..