Trail Running calendar near Wirksworth 2026-2027

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 230km trail run along the Pennine Bridleway with a 75-hour limit, featuring indoor checkpoints with hot meals and sleeping space. The route traverses scenic uplands from the Peak District to Cumbria, with safety support and navigation pro..

Event Overview The Ranger Ultras PB137km Trail Challenge is a 137-kilometer trail running event along the Pennine Bridleway National Trail, with a 50-hour time limit. The route passes through West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire moors, and finis..

Experience a fast and flat 5k trail run around the scenic Clowbridge Reservoir. This well marshalled race follows the Pennine Bridleway and supports local causes with every entry.

Event Details The Chester Ultra 100 is a 102-mile (164 km) trail running event with 1590 meters of ascent, held in Chester. The race has an entry limit of 400 participants and a 32-hour overall cut-off time. The entry fee is £209 for unaffi..

Experience the Shropshire Hills through a series of trail challenges ranging from 6.5 to 50 miles. Enjoy local specialty food and scenic summits while navigating historic hillforts and ancient woodlands.

Thoresby Park Longhorn Trail on 18 April 2026 offers routes from a family 2 km up to a half marathon across a largely flat 1,000 acre estate with historic house, wildlife and live chip timing. Nordic walkers and canicross participants are w..

Explore the stunning Malvern Hills on a guided 18-mile social trail run. The route takes in all the ridge summits with over 1300m of ascent, returning via lesser-known woodland trails. It's a group experience, not a race, finishing with a p..

Celebrate the anniversary of the Peak District National Park with a 35 km or 70 km journey from Castleton. This event welcomes both runners and walkers to explore the landscapes of the central Peak District.

Join the Burnsall 12k for a scenic trail run through the Yorkshire Dales. This event features a well supported course with a post race meal and beer included for all participants.

Experience the Yorkshire Dales with a half marathon starting from the riverside in Burnsall. Run along the Dales Way footpath and enjoy 360 degree views with 500m of elevation and a post race meal.

Join a relaxed run along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal in Saltaire. Choose from a 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon, with flexible entry options on the day. Finishers receive a medal, hot food, and a drink.

The Burnsall 12K is a scenic trail race in the Yorkshire Dales, kicking off a three-race series. The approximately 11km course starts in Burnsall Village and is fully waymarked. Runners must carry mandatory kit, and the finish includes post..

Join this category AS fell race in Lancashire, featuring a 5.6km route with 366m of climbing. This event serves as a counter in the 2026 English Fell Running Championships starting from Knowl Farm.

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.

This scenic multi terrain 10k run takes place on a two lap course within Alyn Waters Country Park. All finishers receive a medal, and the event supports Nightingale House Hospice. A family friendly 1k fun run is also available.

A trail run through the scenic, undulating grounds of Temple Newsam House in Leeds. Choose from four distances on a mixed-terrain course of open country, gardens, and woodland. Well-stocked aid stations, supportive marshals, and a custom me..

Martley Madness is a 10-mile trail and country lane race through the Worcestershire countryside. The undulating route features woodland, Rodge Hill, and part of the Worcestershire Way. All finishers get a medal and celebratory cake at the f..

Run a scenic 10K trail through the Ainsdale National Nature Reserve. The wooded course includes a climb up the highest dune peak before the finish. All finishers get a medal, and proceeds support local charities.

The Cannock Chase Running Festival offers 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon races on the mixed-terrain trails of Cannock Chase Forest. Run through an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on a course with supportive markers and helpers. The event sup..