Trail Running calendar near Wheaton Aston 2025-2026

Tackle the wild trails of May Hill with muddy climbs and an open summit offering panoramic views. Pick the shorter course or the longer Mayhem loop, or join the canicross for a lively weekend of cross country fun.

Explore the Shropshire Hills from Carding Mill Valley with marathon, half marathon or 10k routes across The Long Mynd and National Trust terrain. Enjoy stocked aid stations, a medal and a fun cake competition after your run.

Ras Tarrenhendre Fell Race in Abergynolwyn, Wales on 31 January 2026 is a rugged 6 mile test with about 2000 ft of ascent across ridges, forestry and old slate quarries. Expect steep climbs, exposed summit running and a moorland descent.

The Phoenix Running - Stretford will take place in Stretford on Saturday 31 January 2026. You can run between 5 and 42 kilometers.

Join the Hoofstones Fell Race, a challenging 12.9 km fell run with about 425 m of climbing and navigational sections, finishing back at the Staff of Life pub in Todmorden for refreshments and prizes. Open to runners 18 and over.

Oxford Town v Gown 2026 brings a lively interclub orienteering clash on Saturday 31 January, with starts in University Parks and assembly at St Anne's College. Expect a 5 to 6 km course studded with artificial barriers that will reshape you..

Take on Dovedale Big Daddy, a classic Peak District fell race on 1 February 2026. This 20.4 km route climbs 1370 m over nine steep ascents around the Manifold and Dovedale valleys and finishes with soup and cake for runners.

Join the DirtRun Dudmaston 10k on 1 Feb 2026 for a scenic off road 10 km through Comer Woods at Dudmaston Estate. Enjoy a finisher medal and goodie, with category prizes including real ale for top performers.

Take on the Charnwood Hills Race on 1 February 2026, a scenic but testing 14.5 mile fell route through Bradgate, Broombriggs and Beacon Hill with rough underfoot and about 1,200 feet of climb. Entries are limited and pre entry is required.

Take on the Mickleden Straddle on 1 Feb 2026, a rugged 14.3 mile fell race across high moorland with navigation required and winter conditions possible. Pre entry and FRA kit checks mean this is a demanding winter race for fell runners.

A winter ultra in Barley, Lancashire, following the waymarked Pendle Way with about 45 miles or a shorter 30 mile option over moorland and Pendle Hill. Pre entry is required and winter kit must be carried.

The Westonbirt Arboretum Winter Night Race is a unique running event set in the stunning National Arboretum, featuring over 2,500 tree species. Participants can choose between 5km and 10km routes, which offer a beautiful and varied landscap..

Join the Rauceby Ripper, a scenic roughly 9 mile multi terrain route through Rauceby Hall grounds, field edges and some road sections, finishing near the Village Hall. Runner and walker options welcome and entries are limited so join the wa..

Take on The Beast, a tough 19.3 mile fell race around Hebden Bridge with 1110 m of climb that demands navigation skill and mandatory kit. Limited entries and parking make this a serious winter challenge for experienced runners.

Enjoy a winter run through Westonbirt Arboretum's stunning tree collections on solid underfoot trail style paths. Distances of 5 km and 10 km suit all paces. Tickets are sold out.

Take on Windy Hill Fell Race on 8 Feb 2026 from Rams Head Denshaw, a challenging winter 12 mile fell run with 2,100 ft of ascent across Pennine ridges and reservoirs. Full FRA kit is required and hot soup awaits at the finish.

Take on the rolling trails of Cannock Chase on 8 February 2026 with four distances from 5 to 20 miles, perfect for every trail runner. Bespoke medals, free photos, prizes and onsite parking make for a great day among the trees.

Warm up your winter with the Manchester Winter Warmer Run at Heaton Park, offering 5k, 10k and half marathon options around scenic park paths. Chip timed, medal for all finishers, and optional fundraising for Shelter makes it a fun day out.

Run a scenic 10 mile loop through North Milton Keynes parklands, riverside paths and woodland, featuring the quirky Cattle Creep tunnel under the Grand Union Canal. Dog friendly and chip timed with marshals and a finish medal for all finish..

Join the Irchy Park 5k canicross at Irchester Country Park on Sunday 8 February 2026 for a fun woodland run with your dog over grass, dirt and packed tracks. Trophies, medals and dog treats await all finishers.