Trail Running calendar near Wirksworth 2026-2027

Join the Carsington Hill Race on Friday 22 May 2026 for a challenging 9.5 km (5.9 miles) hill course with sweeping Peak District and Carsington Water views. Part of the village festival, the event supports local facilities and ends with foo..

Panopticons Ultra is a scenic point to point trail ultra through East Lancashire, visiting iconic art works including the Singing Ringing Tree and the Atom at Wycoller. Expect rolling climbs, wide views and a welcoming finish in Trawden.

Grim Reaper Running Festival at Grimsthorpe Castle Estate on 23 and 24 May 2026 offers races from 10 miles by day or night to 100 miles solo plus a 100 miles team relay. Tackle a scenic 10 mile loop through ancient woodland and limestone tr..

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.

A flat, friendly trail run from Pelican Park into East Hull countryside via the TransPennine and Hornsea Rail Trails, with distances from 5k to marathon. Marshalled course, regular aid stations and a bespoke finisher medal.

Enjoy a lively 6.5 km hill run on Mynydd Myfyr near Oswestry with mixed terrain and 150 m of climbing, supporting Trefonen Hill Walk Weekend. Entry on the day welcome; scenic views and prizes make it a rewarding spring challenge.

Tackle the classic Austwick Amble in the Yorkshire Dales, a scenic 13 km fell race with 365 m of climb from Austwick Village Green. Finish with the village street market and family friendly junior races for all ages.

Tackle a scenic 4.5 mile fell race with 305 m of climbing around Bamford in the Peak District on Monday 25 May 2026. Part of the lively Bamford sheepdog trial festival, the event pairs fast trails with rural festivities and offers pre entry..

Take on the Stanhill Fell Race on Wed 27 May 2026 in Stanhill, Lancashire, a sharp 8 km fell challenge through the Bowland hills with roughly 250 m of climb. Finish at the Britannia Tap and Grill for friendly post race banter and local beer..

Take on Bluebell's Revenge, a Peak District fell race from the Bluebell Inn near Belper on Wed 27 May 2026. The 5.5 mile route climbs 315 m, is limited to 125 runners, accepts pre entry or cash on the night and finishes back at the pub.

Tackle the Batch Bash in All Stretton on Wed 27 May 2026, a steep 4.8 km fell run with 305 m of climb to test your hill legs. Friendly entry options and a capped field keep this a welcoming, lively race day.

Enjoy scenic Yorkshire routes from Fisherman Inn in Bingley with 5K, 10K and half marathon options on 30 May 2026. Finishers get a jumble medal, hot food and a choice of beer or soft drink for a great weekend run.

Explore the Peak District from Bakewell Showground with Maverick Race's Maverick Peak District Trail on 30 May 2026. Choose 6 km, 10 km or 28 km routes across moorland, river valleys and Pennine paths for panoramic views and pure trail runn..

Test yourself on a scenic fell course in the South West Pennines near Kelbrook, 5.5 km with 213 m of climb. On the day entry only, £7, with £2 parking at The Old Barn. Teams welcome and minimum age 16; no junior races.

Run the Gerald Story Memorial Fun Run on 31 May 2026 at Worksop College for a scenic 5.5 mile trail into Clumber Park with marshals, first aid and a finisher medal. Proceeds go to Cancer Research.

Take on scenic trails, woodlands and parkland at Tatton Park on 31 May 2026 with 5km, 10km or Half Marathon distances to suit every runner. Finishers receive a medal, Wild Deer merchandise and refreshments, and one well controlled dog per r..

Explore runnable footpaths in the Yorkshire Dales at the Settle Saunter, a friendly walking and running event with 10 km, half marathon and 37 km options. Enjoy timed results, a cafe and the chance to support local charities.

Take on a 3 hour score challenge over Longstone Moor in the stunning Peak District, starting from Great Longstone. Run solo or in pairs and test your navigation skills while raising vital funds for Buxton Mountain Rescue Team.

Run the Trunce 4 fell race in the Peak District from Oxspring Playing Field, a scenic 6.2 km route with 190 m of climb. On the day entries are just £3 and a 3 km junior race for ages 10 plus makes it great for families.

Join Race 2 of the Jane Tomlinson Canal Race Series on 2 June 2026 in Methley for a fast 5 km on the flat Aire and Calder towpath. Enjoy a friendly marshaled event with prizes and proceeds supporting the Jane Tomlinson Appeal.