Trail Running calendar near The Rock 2026-2027

Herod Farm Fell Race is a classic mid-week fell run. The course covers 3 miles with 1,100ft of ascent. Race HQ at Jubilee House offers parking, toilets, and post-race refreshments.

A short fell race on 15 April 2026 at Forest Glen, Wellington covering 4.5 km with 247 m of climb. Pre-entry and on the day entry are available, junior races run before the senior event and the race holds FRA insurance.

The MTC Gelert is a 47-mile ultramarathon along Wales's scenic National Cycle Route 8, from Barmouth to Llanidloes. It is also the third day of the CYMRUN multi-day challenge. The event has a strict 4 mph pace requirement and provides a bes..

A 230 km trail challenge over 75 hours on the Pennine Bridleway with GPX navigation, two indoor checkpoints offering hot meals and sleeping space, and a small capped field with finish medals and trophies.

A 137 km Pennine Bridleway trail challenge with a 50 hours cut off, indoor checkpoints with hot meals and drop bag access, safety team support and a hostel finish. Field size is limited and the minimum age is 20.

A six hour lap event at Kingsbury Water Park on a flat 3.3 mile route around ponds and a river. Participants choose how many laps to run within the time limit; onsite parking, cafe and toilets are available.

A trail 5k around Clowbridge Reservoir near Burnley, run as two anticlockwise laps from Rossendale Valley Sailing Club. Part of a three-race spring series on 16, 23 and 30 April 2026, open to ages 11 and over.

Experience a scenic 40 mile ultra marathon along National Cycle Route 8 from Glasbury to Merthyr Tydfil. This quadrennial event offers a well supported route through the Heart of Wales with unique finishers medals.

Experience a 102 mile ultramarathon through Cheshire and the Sandstone Trail. This 32 hour challenge features 12 supported checkpoints and rewarding trail terrain for experienced long distance runners.

Experience the landscape of the Shropshire Hills through a series of trail runs and walks ranging from 10 km to 80 km. Enjoy local food and historical landmarks while supporting educational charity programs.

Trail runs at Thoresby Park on 18 April 2026 across over 1,000 acres, with distances from a 2km family run to a half marathon. Canicross entries and Nordic walkers are welcome; finishers receive merchandise, a medal, and a snack.

Experience a guided 18 mile adventure across the Malvern Hills ridge and surrounding woodlands. This social group run features over 1300m of elevation and stunning panoramic views at a non competitive pace.

A trail running event in the Brecon Beacons with 10, 20 and 40 mile options from Gilestone Farm. The marked routes include reservoirs, ridges and technical forest sections and require mandatory kit, with support stations and medical cover.

A Castleton based trail event on 18 April 2026 offering 70 km and 35 km courses around the central Peak District, with entries via SiEntries and support for Peak District National Park Foundation projects.

A multi-distance mountain event in Abergavenny on 18 and 19 April 2026, featuring 50 mile, 30 mile and 20 mile courses through the Black Mountains and the Blaenavon World Heritage landscape. Routes include upland climbs and sections of hist..

An inflatable obstacle 5K at Donington Park in Derby on Saturday 18 April 2026, presented as a larger, bouncier 2026 edition with recent booking activity.

Experience a classic 5.6 km fell race in the South Pennines featuring the Blackstone Edge Trig point and Roman Old Road. This fast and rough course is a counter for the FRA English Championship.

Backyard Ultra at Delapre Abbey in Northampton offers solo, pairs or an 8 loop option on 4.167 mile (6.7 km) hourly loops. Entry fees range from £85 to £225.

A 9 km fell race in the Peak District, starting from Kettleshulme Village Hall. The event supports the local primary school. Pre-entry is required.

On 18 April 2026 Nightingale House Hospice stages 5 km and 10 km multi terrain runs at Alyn Waters Country Park with chip timing, marshals, water stations and finishers medals. A 1 km children's dash accepts on day entries.