Trail Running calendar near Stafford 2026-2027

Take on a midweek Peak District challenge at Herod Farm: a scenic but testing 3 mile route with 340 m of climb. Pre entry is £6 or £10 on the night; registration runs 18:15 to 19:15.

A 47 mile ultra from Barmouth to Llanidloes that follows National Cycle Route 8 and forms Day 3 of the six day CYMRUN series. Entrant numbers are limited and a 4 mph minimum average pace is enforced.

The PB230 Trail Challenge is a 230km journey along the Pennine Bridleway with 75 hours to finish. It offers indoor checkpoints with hot meals and sleeping space, traversing the scenic uplands of the Peak District, Yorkshire, and Cumbria. En..

This 137 km trail challenge follows the Pennine Bridleway through Yorkshire and Cumbria, with a 50-hour time limit. It features indoor checkpoints with hot meals, showers, and sleeping space, plus bunkhouse accommodation at the start and fi..

Trail 5 km around Clowbridge Reservoir on a two-lap anti-clockwise route from Rossendale Valley Sailing Club. This is the first of a three-week spring series with prizes in each race and proceeds donated to local causes.

A 102 mile trail ultramarathon around Chester on 18 April 2026 with 1590 m of ascent, 12 checkpoints and a 32 hour cut off. TRA licensed event with live GPS tracking and entry fees from £207.

A multi-distance trail festival on 18 April 2026 in the Shropshire Hills, raising funds for Grow Cook Learn. Routes range from a 10 km off road run to an 80 km event, with on-route food, safety support and trackers for longer races.

Thoresby Park Longhorn Trail on 18 April 2026 offers routes from a family 2 km up to a half marathon across a largely flat 1,000 acre estate with historic house, wildlife and live chip timing. Nordic walkers and canicross participants are w..

A guided 18 mile trail run across the Malvern Hills meeting at North Quarry Car Park in Great Malvern on Saturday 18 April 2026. The route visits ridge summits with over 1300 m of ascent and returns via hillside and woodland trails.

Trail running from Gilestone Farm through the Brecon Beacons with marked 10, 20 and 40 mile routes, well stocked checkpoints and mandatory kit checks; the 40 mile follows the 20 mile route in reverse.

Peak District Birthday Bash on 18 April 2026 is a long distance walking and running event based in Castleton. It offers 70 km and 35 km routes through the central Peak District and supports the Peak District National Park Foundation.

Cymoedd Sir Fynwy is a challenging long-distance event exploring the Black Mountains and Blaenavon's World Heritage landscape. Participants can choose from 50, 30, or 20-mile routes starting in Abergavenny. It features significant climbs an..

Join a relaxed run along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal in Saltaire. Choose from a 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon, with flexible entry options on the day. Finishers receive a medal, hot food, and a drink.

A category AS fell race covering 5.6 km with 366 m of climb, set on the moors above Littleborough. This event is a counter in the 2026 English Fell Running Championships, with separate start times for women and men.

Challenge yourself on this 9 km Peak District fell race with 320 m of climb, starting from Kettleshulme Village Hall. Join the community and support Kettleshulme Primary School as all profits go to the school.

A charity run at Alyn Waters Country Park on 18 April 2026 with 5 km and 10 km multi terrain courses, chip timing and medals. A children's 1 km fun run is available with on the day registration.

A trail run through the scenic, undulating grounds of Temple Newsam House in Leeds. Choose from four distances on a mixed-terrain course of open country, gardens, and woodland. Well-stocked aid stations, supportive marshals, and a custom me..

A roughly 10 mile trail and country lane race in Worcestershire with chip timing, bespoke finisher medals, and midcourse water. The event is based at Sport Martley Leisure Centre with parking at The Chantry School.

An 8.6 mile multi-terrain race around Trawsfynydd Lake in Eryri / Snowdonia on 19 April 2026, chip timed with a 400-runner limit. Proceeds fund the volunteer South Snowdonia Search and Rescue Team.

Join a guided 14 km trail run in peaceful Penllyn Forest on 19 April 2026, exploring quiet tracks between Bala and Lake Vyrnwy. Expect a led run with scenic stops and friendly company in person.