Stoke-on-Trent
Trail Running Calendar near Stoke-on-Trent 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Stoke-on-Trent for 2026-2027! We've gathered 130 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
Cross country race over 4 3/4 mile in Dovedale near Thorpe with a River Dove stepping stones crossing and a 1 1/4 mile Mini Dash for U12s.
## A countryside trail race from Tideswell to Hay Cop and back, about 8.9 km long with 267 m of ascent.
A 5K obstacle course at The Cheshire County Showground with 12+ obstacles, open to ages 14+, raising funds for Islamic Help's water projects.
Cross country meeting MACCL Race 1 at Woodbank Park in Stockport on 10 October 2026, organised by the Manchester Area Cross Country League with chip timing and prize categories.
Windgather Fell Race is an approximate half marathon off road through the Goyt Valley to Shining Tor, 21.5 km with 760 m ascent, with proceeds to Buxton Rotary.
Two hours of outdoor trail running and bodyweight fitness in Bollington, combining a run up to White Nancy with varied terrain and free parking.
An eight hour event in Delamere Forest where runners complete as many 6.02 km mixed terrain loops as possible; every finisher receives a recorded time and a medal.
A three hour fell score event in Edale where competitors choose their own routes across Peak District hills, score controls, and compete solo or in pairs.
Discover Warrington's historic transport networks on this circular half marathon. Enjoy a marshalled trail route along canals and rivers with chip timing and a finishers medal included.
A 5.2 mile trail race at Fairway Primary School in Stockport on Oct 18 2026 with chip timing, prizes for top finishers, and a bottle of beer for every finisher.
Half marathon and 10k on the traffic free Monsal Trail near Bakewell. Two race days 24 and 25 October 2026, with GPX route maps, bespoke medal and free photos.
A 9.5 km trail race with 500 m ascent from Monsal Dale to Monsal Head, combining flat trail sections and a direct climb of Fin Cop.
Night trail races at Delamere Forest on 31 October 2026 offering 10 km and half marathon distances, a spooky Halloween fancy dress theme and a free kids 1 km.
7 km and 11 km waymarked trail runs in Goyt Valley on 31 October 2026 with live chip timing, canicross friendly rules, and views across Fernilee and Errwood Reservoirs.
November 2026
Trail races in Hartington, Peak District on 1 November 2026 with two distances, local cheese samples at HQ and a goodie bag from Hartington Cheese Shop.