Trail Running calendar near Whitworth 2026-2027

A seven hour timed event on the flat canal towpath at Burton Waters near Lincoln, offering half, marathon and ultra options on a measured course. Limited to 50 entrants with transfers allowed given seven days notice.

Take on the 13th edition of the Dirty Dozen, a 12km off-road trail run through the rugged landscape of Cannock Chase. The figure-eight course passes forest paths, stone tracks, and the infamous Ditch of Doom. A shorter kids' race also offer..

A short mountain race in Dolgarrog covering 6.8 km with 417 m of ascent. The 2026 event served as the WFRA Short Welsh Championship and used online entry and electronic timing.

A category BM fell race around Pendle from Barley Village Hall on 7 March 2026, roughly 15 km with about 543 m ascent. Entries are limited to 300 with pre-entry and on-the-day options and results published online.

Take on the iconic Black Combe fell race in the Lake District: a tough 13 km course with about 1000 m climb and stunning views. Pre entry only, over 18s welcome, and every entry includes a pie.

The Morland Marathon is a 30-mile trail event on March 8, 2026. It features a partially self-navigated route suitable for trail runners and walkers.

A 26 miles and 18 miles walking and running event on 8 March 2026 from Greenmount, across Western Pennine reservoirs and moors, organised by LDWA East Lancs. The event is full and a waiting list is being used.

A seven hour timed event at Burton Waters near Lincoln on a flat canal towpath beside the Fossdyke. Measured laps allow half, marathon and ultra distances, with medals for anyone completing at least one lap.

A roughly 5k trail race at Hamsterley Forest on 8 March 2026 with mud, hills and obstacles; dogs are welcome and veterinary and canine first aid cover are provided. Teams of five compete for Top Dogz awards based on aggregate time.

The Granny's Bay Challenge is a 5.24-mile loop event on a flat coastal path in Lytham St. Annes. Runners choose their distance within a 6-hour window, from a single lap to a full marathon. Every finisher receives an official time and a meda..

A seven hour timed challenge on the Trans Pennine Trail at Penistone with laps of about 6.55 miles. All finishers receive a new 2026 March Hare medal, goody bag, plus hot drinks and cake.

A community trail race day at Abbey Village featuring a scenic 9 km Roddlesworth Roller and a 2.2 km junior Daffodil Doddle. Courses are fully marshalled with first aid and proceeds support the Abbey Village Primary School PTA.

Wolf’s Pit is a 9 km fell race in the Hope Valley with 450 meters of climb. The event starts from Shatton and is open to runners aged 18 and over.

A flexible three day running event based at The Unicorn Inn in Telford with options of 8 miles, a half marathonish distance or a full marathon across one, two or three days, and a ticket range from about £42 to £115.

An 18 km self navigating trail run from Hayfield to Rushup Edge and back, with fast trails, climbs and 806 m of ascent. Flexible start window, on course safety support, an aid station at the halfway turn and finisher medals.

A 50 km self navigated loop from Hayfield across the Pennine Bridleway, Pennine Way and Limestone Way with 1840 m of ascent. Entrants receive navigation notes and GPX, on course refreshments, and Ranger Safety Team support.

Choose your challenge at WODland Endurorun, a trail run on a scenic 5 km loop in Holme Styes Wood. Options range from a simple 5 km to a 6 hour team relay. Everyone runs the same course and receives a finisher's medal.

A 51 km point to point ultra across gritstone moors with about 1340 m of ascent, mandatory FRA kit, six feed stations and hot food at the finish. The route crosses Haworth, Todmorden and Hebden Bridge and may face wintry conditions.

Trail running and canicross across the private Brynkinalt Estate with approximate 5k and 10k routes, scenic terrain, on site parking and medals for finishers.

A volunteer-run fundraising trail event around the White Peak covering approximately 34 km and 825 m of ascent. The fixed course links Grindleford, Froggatt, Eyam, Great Longstone, Edensor and Baslow over paths, tracks and open moorland.