Trail Running calendar near Shrewsbury 2025-2026

Take on the Cardington Cracker, a testing 14.5 km fell race around The Lawley near Church Stretton. Expect steep, muddy climbs and scenic views; strong grip and full fell kit are advised. Pre entry is required as places are limited.

Event details 2 Turtle Doves is part of a Christmas series held at Pengethley Manor, Ross-on-Wye (what3words: physical.growth.shelf). Participants choose one of these distances: 5k (2 laps) 10k Half Marathon Marathon Ultra Each lap measur..

Event details The 5 Golden Rings Run is part of a Christmas series held at Pengethley Manor, Ross-on-Wye (what3words: physical.growth.shelf). Entrants choose one target distance: 5k (2 laps) 10k Half Marathon Marathon Ultra Each lap is 2...

Event details The 6 Geese a-laying Run is part of a 12 Days of Christmas race series held on 12 December 2025 at Pengethley Manor, Ross-on-Wye (what3words: physical.growth.shelf). Entrants choose one target distance: 5k (2 laps) 10k Half M..

Event information The 7 Swans a Swimming is part of the organiser’s 12 Days of Christmas race series and takes place on 13th December 2025 at Pengethley Manor, Ross-on-Wye (what3words: physical.growth.shelf). The course is offroad and runs..

NSCCL Keele is Round 4 of the North Staffs Cross Country League, staged on traditional cross-country courses around Keele in North Staffordshire. The league comprises four races with team and individual scoring. Seniors (over 17) race 8000m..

Event information Celtic Trail Races is a trail running event based at Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff. Routes go through the Afan Forest and the Rhigos mountain range and finish on sections of the Coed Morgannwg Way..

Join The Irregulars in Holmfirth on 13 December 2025 for the 20th Regular Irregular, a friendly walking and running event with up to three scenic loops to combine as you wish. Enjoy winter moorland and village trails, snacks and a warm fini..

Tackle 21 miles of Hebden Bridge moorland on this scenic circular run or walk with competitive and walkers options. Entries limited to 275; checkpoints, clubhouse meal and a festive Santa hat finish add to the fun.

Tackle scenic multi terrain trails through Mortimer Forest with 10 mile and 4 mile options, including climbs to High Vinnalls and sweeping views across the Welsh Marches. Hosted by Ludlow Runners, this December trail race blends challenge a..

The BigXmas Trail Festival is an annual trail running event held at Sale Water Park in Greater Manchester, blending urban and rural landscapes. Now in its fourth year, it offers three race distances: 11km, half marathon, and marathon. The c..

Event details The 8 Maids a Milking is scheduled for 14th December 2025 at Pengethley Manor, Ross-on-Wye (what3words: physical.growth.shelf). The event is part of a 12 Days of Christmas race series. The course is off-road and runs within th..

The Mortimer Forest Race will take place in Overton on Sunday 14 December 2025. You can run between 4 and 10 miles.

Event details The Sherwood Pines Festive events take place on 14 December 2025 at Sherwood Pines, Kings Clipstone, Edwinstowe, Mansfield, NG21 9JL. The events are organised by Wild Deer Events. Live chip timing is provided by Timing Up Nort..

Event details The 12 Drummers Drumming Run is part of a 12 Days of Christmas race series and takes place on 18 December 2025 at Pengethley Manor, Ross-on-Wye (what3words: physical.growth.shelf). The route is off-road and runs entirely withi..

PieAthlon 2025 is a 6km trail run held in Huddersfield’s Longwood area, starting and finishing at The Dusty Miller Pub. Runners tackle mainly off-road terrain, including the notorious “bog of doom,” with scenic views along the route. The ev..

The Moel Famau Festive 'Piece of String' Race is a unique running event held on the last Saturday before Christmas at Bwlch Penbarras. Participants can expect a surprise distance and route, ranging between 6 and 12 kilometers, which will be..

The Christmas Carol Bobble Hat Run, organized by Saturn Running, takes place in the scenic Dare Valley Country Park in Aberdare, Wales. This inclusive event welcomes runners and walkers of all abilities. Participants can choose their distan..

Midwinter Mortimer Trail on 27 December 2025 offers a scenic point to point challenge from Ludlow to Kington with a 30 mile ultra or a 16 mile Croft 15. Enjoy limestone tops, wooded valleys and ancient hill forts on this invigorating winter..

Wormstones Fell Race takes place in Glossop, with the start and finish at The Beehive on Hague Street (SK13 8NR). The page positions the event as a fell race with a route that leads "to the top," though distance details aren’t listed. The r..