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 131 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A 7.3 km route around Darley Dale with forest trails, several climbs including a steep final ascent to Oker Trig Point, technical descents and a final stile to the finish.
Relaunch of Flagg Moor Run in the Peak District: a new 5.5 miles mostly off road fell race through fields and lanes with a downhill final mile.
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.
A fully signposted, chipped 30 km circular fell race around Belper featuring ancient Roman roads, woodland and Midshires Way, open to walkers and runners.
An evening trail race at National Trust Lyme on 25 August 2026 featuring a single 10K lap with 272 m of ascent, free park admission and on site food vendors.
September 2026
Scenic 10 km fell race from the village of Eyam with a 3 km junior run, prizes and a village barbecue and bar.
A 7.7 km fell race around Longstone Edge in the Peak District on 4 September 2026, mostly off road with 290 m of ascent. Entry for the main race is limited to 200 runners and junior races are run separately.
A 24 hour unmarked 56 mile hike or ultra run in the Peak District, held early September as the event's 50th edition and organised by 3rd Hazel Grove Scout Group.
A fell race in Edale where teams carry a barrel across the moor alongside individual and children's races, with proceeds supporting local primary schools.
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 two day ultra following the Cheshire Canal Ring from Northwich, organised by New Era Community Boxing. Entrants must be over 20 and meet a 36 hour cutoff; duo tickets and pre race support are available.
Experience a point to point half marathon along the scenic Sandstone Trail from Bickerton Hill to Kelsall Hill. This event features professional timing, on course water stations, and excellent finish line facilities including showers and a cafe.
An inflatable obstacle run in Bakewell with 2.5k laps, multiple distance options, music zones, on course water and a finisher's medal for all participants.
Multi-day trail ultramarathon in the Peak District offering distances from 12 km to 110 km, camping options, UTMB Index races and a GB Slam award.
Fully marked 4 mile loop from Ilam Primary School with Bunster Hill climb, a river crossing and 520 m of ascent.
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.