Trail Running calendar near Wheaton Aston 2026-2027

A traditional Peak District fell race in Youlgrave on Sunday 17 May 2026, covering about 5.8 miles of rough trails, fields and limestone descents. Pre-entry costs £6 and all profits go to Youlgrave Parish Council.

Join the Calderdale Way Relay on Sun 17 May 2026 for a scenic but savage 80.5 km team challenge across the South West Pennines with 3660 m of climb. Teams of 12, pre entry only, runners run in pairs and strict kit rules apply.

Tackle a steep 3 km fell race up Shutlingsloe in the Peak District on Sun 17 May 2026 with 270 m of ascent for a short punchy challenge. On the day entry is available and the race is part of the Wildboarclough fete.

Explore the scenic parish of Deddington on a 5k, 10k, or 20k run through local farmland. This community event supports local schools and the Firefighters Charity while welcoming runners of all abilities.

A short fell race from the field beside the Lantern Pike pub in Little Hayfield, running straight up Lantern Pike and back. Entry is on the day for seniors for a small fee and a separate shorter junior race follows the main event.

Smash Sherwood is a running event at Sherwood Pines Forest Park on 17 May 2026 offering 5k, 10k, 16k and a junior race with on-site parking, toilets and a café; finishers receive a medal and a t shirt.

A point to point race of approximately 5 miles along river paths and a canal towpath on 17 May 2026, organised by Maldwyn Harriers. Entry fees vary by category and entries may be taken on the day.

A scenic run around Blenheim Palace on 17 May 2026, featuring a 7.4k lakeside course and a separate dog race. Other options include a 4 mile route for buggies and wheelchairs and a 1 mile junior race.

Pretty Muddy 5k at Birkenhead Park on 17 May 2026 is an obstacle course where participants climb, crawl and slide while raising funds for Cancer Research UK. Entry fees apply and there is a minimum fundraising target.

A fixed, well marshalled 10.5 km race around Totley Moor starting and finishing at the Totley AC pavilion. The Category B medium route covers road, track and moorland with 440 m of climb and a 250 runner limit.

A one-lap trail event of about 10 km around Quarry Bank Mill and Styal woods on mixed surfaces and undulating terrain. The 2026 course was altered and entries for that edition were limited.

Join this monthly trail running series at Wirral Country Park featuring an 8 km course. Open to all runners aged 16 and over the event offers both individual race entries and full series rankings for various age categories.

The Batch Bash is a short, sharp fell race in Shropshire featuring a 4.8 km course with 305m of climb. It takes place on an evening in May. Entries are available in advance or on the day.

The 4th Coronation Trail Race is a 6 mile out and back trail event at Rivington Tea Room on 20 May 2026, organised by Horwich RMI Harriers. Entry is listed at £11.60 plus an administrative fee with limited on the day entries at extra cost.

Tackle the Peak District on 21 May 2026 at the Parks Life fell race in Belper Parks Recreation Ground. Choose the main 7 km route with 210 m climb or shorter junior races for U12 and U10, with on the day entries available.

A BS Category fell race in Castleton on 22 May 2026 with a 9.2 km course, 427 m climb, and a ridge route that returns from Hollins Cross. Entry is through SiEntries, open 15 March to 20 May, minimum age 18, fee £8.

An evening fell race in Carsington Village on 22 May 2026 covering 9.5 km (6 miles) across pasture, tracks and steep hills with views of the Peak District and Carsington Water. It is organised by Carsington & Hopton CARE and runs under FRA..

A point to point trail ultra of 32 miles (52 km) around East Lancashire visiting the four Panopticons art installations. The route follows varied off road trails with navigational sections and mandatory kit requirements.

Multi distance running event at Grimsthorpe Castle Estate on May 23 to May 24, 2026, with solo races of 10, 40, 70 and 100 miles and a 100 miles team option. The marked 10 mile loop passes woodland, estate roads and a lakeside section.

Run 145 miles non stop along the Grand Union Canal from Birmingham to Little Venice on a fully waymarked towpath. Limited to 100 starters with supported or unsupported entries and a 45 hour cutoff, it is a classic long distance challenge.