Trail Running calendar near Stafford 2026-2027

Fully marked trail races at Winwick Hall feature 10k and 5k routes plus a 2k children’s fun run. Courses cross grassland and country paths, on-course support and charity donations to the Bruce Green Foundation are part of the event.

Trail races of 10 mile and 5 mile in Aymestrey on 19 July 2026, with a climb to the Iron Age hillfort at Croft Ambrey. Routes are fully marked and marshalled with water stations, on the day entries if capacity and a juniors 2 km race.

A navigational run from Chinley Community Centre to six red phone boxes that house lifesaving defibrillators. The 10+ km route uses a paper map and stamps and raises funds for the defibs upkeep and replacement.

A new 10 km trail from Ross on Wye along the River Wye with off road terrain and riverside wildlife. Entry is £14.99 via PayPal, minimum age 15, and all finishers receive a bespoke medal.

A guided trail run at Bwlch Penbarras on 19 July 2026 covering about 7 km. The route follows Offas Dyke past Foel Fenlli and returns around Fron Hen with views over Bryn Alyn, run at a steady pace with regrouping stops.

A three day, fully guided loop of Northern Snowdonia covering just over 100 km and 47 summits with low guide ratios, daily return to Capel Curig and on route support.

Tackle the rugged Bowland slopes at the Hapton Fell Race, a challenging 5 miles with about 400 m of climb near Burnley. Day of entry makes it ideal for last minute plans and friendly club rivalry.

Experience a two lap trail race through 400 acres of historic parkland at Alderley Park. This five mile course features scenic views of an arboretum and lakes and includes a technical finisher t-shirt for all participants.

The Summer DirtRun - Evesham will take place in Evesham on Wednesday 22 July 2026. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

Evening trail races at Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve with 5 km and 10 km options, on-site registration, refreshments, medal and free parking.

Join the Fellrunner in Sheldon on Thu 23 Jul 2026 for a spirited 4 mile village fell race across scenic Peak District climbs. Friendly entry on the day supports local funds and welcomes runners aged 14 and over.

A new 10 km trail race around Clowbridge Reservoir and the Pennine Bridleway on 23 July 2026, featuring 175 m elevation and organised by Run JMC.

A single-lap, mostly flat 10 kilometres trail race at RSPB St Aidan's Country Park near Leeds on 24 July 2026. Entry is limited to 300 runners and on-course facilities include water stations, distance markers and toilets.

The Punk Panther Takes the Hindmost will take place in Otley on Saturday 25 July 2026.

A 100 mile self navigation ultramarathon across the Brecon Beacons with 6143 m ascent, 10 staffed checkpoints, mandatory map and compass skills, GPS tracking and UTMB and ITRA points.

A multi-distance run along a disused railway between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth, offering distances from 9 miles to 37 miles with 9.4 mile laps and aid stations every 4.7 miles.

A fell race on 25 July 2026 marking its tenth year, Alderman's Ascent is an *8.5 km* course with over *400 m* of climb, visiting Pots and Pans and Shaw Rocks and acting as a counter for the English Fell Running Championship.

A family-friendly fun run in Coventry featuring giant inflatable obstacles on a 2.5k lap, with distances of 2.5k, 5k, 10k and 15k, music zones, a finisher medal and on-course water.

A six-hour lap challenge in Skellingthorpe on tarmac paths along an old railway, offering distances from 5 km to ultra with on-course drinks, food, parking and finishers' medal and goody bag.

The Wirral Backyard Ultra will take place in Thurstaston on Saturday 25 July 2026. You can run between 4 and 7 kilometers.