Trail Running calendar near Stafford 2025-2026

Take on the Peak District Challenge 2026 in Hathersage on 18 and 19 September, choosing routes from 25 km to 100 miles. Enjoy full safety support, team GPS tracking, a finish meal and a memorable outdoor adventure.

Three Towers Ultra on 19 September 2026 takes runners across the West Pennine Moors from Darwen to Jubilee, Rivington and Peel towers. Choose 39 miles or 55 miles with big climbs, unmarked navigation and solid support including checkpoints,..

Run the Cotswold Half Way is a 47 mile nonstop trail race along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Painswick, offering classic rolling countryside and a true ultra challenge. TRA licensed and run under UK Athletics rules, the event s..

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the High Peak 40, a scenic 40 mile trail and road ultramarathon starting and finishing in Buxton. Take on classic Peak District terrain and aim to finish within the 14 hour time limit.

Oktoberfest Running by Grim Up North hits the Leeds and Liverpool Canal at Rodley for chip timed races on a flat towpath, with distances from 5K to Ultra. Finishers get a medal and post race treats in a fun, friendly atmosphere.

Tackle the Cotswold Way Century, a stunning 102 mile single stage trail from Chipping Campden to Bath on 19 to 20 September 2026. Enjoy iconic Cotswold scenery, support stations and a 32 hour cut off for an epic endurance challenge.

Run the scenic Tissington Trail half marathon through Derbyshire along the traffic free former railway from Parsley Hay to Ashbourne. Race on one or both days of the September weekend and enjoy a bespoke medal, free photos and prizes.

Take on the scenic Bollington 3 Peaks fell race in the Peak District on Sat 19 Sep 2026, a 9 km course with 370 m climb. Pre entry only, entry includes food and a pint from Bolly Brewery.

Join the Cross Keys Road and Fell Relay in Uppermill for a spirited team race across road and fell in the South West Pennines. Teams of four run two road and two fell legs from the Cross Keys Inn, with pre entry and on site entries welcome.

Run a scenic trail half marathon through Bronte Country between Haworth and Hebden Bridge, a challenging single lap 13.1 mile route with stunning moorland views. Support Sue Ryder and enjoy a pie and peas with a finisher memento at the fini..

Run scenic bridleways at the Clipston Trail Half or Country 5 Miler, starting and finishing at Clipston Recreation Ground. Enjoy homemade cakes and a finisher medal while helping maintain local playing fields.

Run the Punk Panther Yorkshire Reservoir Dogs around Otley, following waterside trails past seven reservoirs and scenic spots like Stainburn Forest and Almscliffe Crag. Choose 13, 20 or 32 mile routes with checkpoints and finishers food plu..

Tackle 102 miles around Manchester linking iconic canals, starting and finishing at MediaCity Salford Quays. Limited to 250 runners with a 30 hour cutoff and full aid support for a classic late September ultrarunning adventure.

Run through ancient woodland in the Forest of Dean at the Autumn Half Marathon starting and finishing at Speech House. This scenic 13 mile trail on well marked tracks supports local charities and awards a medal to every finisher.

Take on the Waddington Fell Race in Lancashire on Sunday 27 September 2026, a challenging 11.3 km course with 415 m climb across well marshalled upland terrain. Entry on the day at the Village Club with proceeds supporting Mountain Rescue.

Take on the Stuart Learmouth Memorial Undulator in Wirksworth, Derbyshire on 27 September, a scenic but testing 13.7 km fell race with 457 m ascent across quarries, trails and Harborough Rocks. Pre entry only, bring your own cup.

A challenging 10 km uphill only race from Ruthin to the Jubilee Tower on Moel Famau, finishing above 550 m with sweeping hilltop views. Open to walkers and hill runners, it pairs a tough ascent with a memorable mountain finish.

Rowbotham's Round Rotherham is a classic autumn trail from Manvers Waterfront offering 80 km and 50 mile options in early October. Expect undulating terrain and varied underfoot from towpaths to muddy woodland, with relay teams welcome.

Event details The East Coast "Chuffer" is an off-road running event based at Peasholm Park, Scarborough (N Bay Promenade, YO12 7TR; What3Words ///unions.awards.lists). The route follows the old railway line known as the Cinder Tra..

Wild Run Cotswolds at Cornbury Park near Charlbury offers scenic, rolling trail loops from 10K to marathon plus a 360 timed challenge. Family friendly with a supporter zone, marked routes and regular aid stations.