Stafford
Trail Running Calendar near Stafford 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Stafford for 2026-2027! We've gathered 71 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
Parwich Panoramic Five on Tue 4 Aug 2026 is an 8.5 km fell race in the Peak District with 200 m of climb, held at the Sycamore Inn in Parwich. Entry on the day is available for £5 and the minimum age is 18.
A single lap 10 km off road race through Wyre Forest on 18 Aug 2026 with limited places, canicross allowed and no on the night prizes.
Trail half marathon and 10k around Carsington Water on 22 August 2026, run on marked trail paths with marshals and an event village. GPX files are available for both courses.
An 8 km trail loop around Calke Abbey starting from Ticknall Village Hall Car Park, organised by Run 4 U & Perform Running Club.
September 2026
Enjoy a scenic trail run through the Staffordshire countryside starting and finishing at a canal side pub. This charity event features a 10k route followed by evening food and music.
A fully marked 4 mile loop around Ilam with steep climbs, a river crossing and three summits, licensed by the Fell Runners Association and open to runners aged 18 and over.
A half marathon along the traffic free Tissington Trail from Parsley Hay to Ashbourne with scenic views over the Derbyshire Dales. Races run on Saturday and Sunday 19 and 20 September 2026 with coaches to the start and a bespoke medal for finishers.
A new 50K ultra in the Shropshire Series following the Church Stretton route in reverse, starting at Rectory Fields and finishing at The Quarry Park Shrewsbury. Includes chip timing, five nutrition stations and linking medals.
A hybrid fitness event at Cannock Chase Forest on 19 September 2026 offering solo entries and 5 km and 10 km ruck runs with pack weight rules, live chip timing, finisher merchandise and standard category prizes.
Experience a multi terrain 10k run through the beautiful South Staffordshire countryside. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and homemade cakes in the heart of Brewood village square.
One More Lap for Kids' Village is an in-person team event on 20 September 2026 at Stowe Field in Lichfield. Team entries are listed as free and the event is organised by One More Lap.
Mudfest at Rosliston Forest is a four hour event on a 4 km loop in Derbyshire with small fields and bespoke medals for finishers.
A multi terrain 10K through Bournville parks and streets, organised by Bournville Harriers, run over two laps from Rowheath Pavilion with finisher medals and performance prizes.
October 2026
A traditional cross country race in Dovedale with a 4 3/4 mile main course, a 1 1/4 mile Mini Dash for children, and a river crossing at the Stepping Stones.
A MacTuffX fitness race in Brierley Hill on 4 October 2026 combining 10 Xercises with 400m or 800m running formats for solo, doubles, or five person relays and a LITE weight option.
Trail races in Cannock Chase Forest on 11 October 2026 offering Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and a Junior Race with chip timing, a themed medal, free photos and a serviced event village.
Trail races around Carsington Water on 17 October 2026, with a half marathon and a 10k on marked, undulating paths. Entries include a themed medal, water and post-race goodies, plus an event village and downloadable GPX routes.