Trail Running calendar near Wirksworth 2026-2027

Tackle 50 miles from Manchester to Liverpool along the Trans Pennine Trail, Manchester Ship Canal and River Mersey on Good Friday. A scenic point to point ultra with checkpoints, live tracking and 14 hour cutoff for a true endurance test.

Run the Pink Moon Ladies Trail on 4 April 2026, a women only half marathon through Sutton Spring Wood and along the Five Pits Trail for scenic, undulating trail running. Finishers get a medal, cake and hot drinks by the campfire.

Take on a scenic trail around Carsington Water on Saturday 4 April 2026 with a half marathon or 10K option, both marked and marshalled. Finish in the lively event village with food, freebies and discounted event shirts.

Run along the scenic Leeds and Liverpool Canal at Rodley with flat towpath underfoot and distances from 5k to ultra to suit every runner. Marshalled and signed with regular feed stops and finishers treated to a bespoke medal and goodies.

Run the Chasewater Easter Egg Challenge at Chasewater Country Park on 5 April 2026, a scenic multi terrain loop around the reservoir with distances from junior run to 20k. Expect a friendly vibe, bespoke medals, free photos and on site park..

Join the Alan Kirk Memorial Lad's Leap on Sun 5 Apr 2026 in Crowden near Woodhead for a testing 9.5 km moorland race with 518 m of ascent and spectacular Peak District views. Teams welcome and entries available on the day.

Run the inaugural Halifax Urban Trail, just over 10K from Shibden Hall through Beacon Hill into town, passing Halifax Minster, the Piece Hall and other unique spots. Proceeds support Overgate Hospice.

Join this friendly 3 mile race in Haworth on the South West Pennines, climbing 100 m over a scenic course around the Old Sun Hotel. Every finisher gets a Cadbury's Creme Egg and winners take Easter eggs, with chip butties at the pub after.

Challenge yourself at the Rose of the Shires Ultra, a circular 54 mile route from Brixworth Country Park through woods, canal towpath and country trails. The event also offers the Rosebud Marathon, team relays and UTMB 100K index status.

Take on the Rosebud Marathon, a 26.2 mile stretch of the Rose of the Shires Ultra through scenic Northamptonshire trails, roads and canal tow path. Enjoy waymarked routes, on site support, a finisher medal and prizes for top runners.

On 11 April 2026 the Punk Panther Ripon Stinger starts and finishes at Studley Roger Village Hall near Ripon, offering ultramarathon and shorter trail races through woods and historic sites including Fountains Abbey. Expect rugged scenic tr..

Challenge yourself on the Calderdale Hike on 11 April 2026 from St Peter's Cricket Club, with three scenic circular routes of 35, 24 and 16 miles across the high Pennine valleys. Expect steep climbs, moorland terrain and checkpoints with re..

Tackle the rolling Yorkshire Wolds with The Woldsman, offering 30 mile and 50 mile routes from Driffield Showground on 11 and 12 April. Organised by LDWA East Yorkshire the event is currently full but you can join the waiting list.

Tackle the classic Wardle Skyline, a scenic fell race in the South West Pennines on Sat 11 Apr 2026. The 11.3 km route climbs 381 m from Wardle Square and accepts pre entries and same day entry for runners after a spirited hill challenge.

Summit 2 Sea Offa's Dyke Half Marathon sends runners from the summit of Moel y Parc along the Offa's Dyke Trail to a sea level finish on Prestatyn beach at the Nova Centre. Expect testing climbs, dramatic descent and sweeping coastal views.

Take on the Battle of the Brampton Valley Way on 12 April 2026 with 14 or 28 mile options from Market Harborough or Northampton along a traffic free, hard packed trail. Expect two dark tunnels so bring a torch and enjoy friendly support and..

Run through the majestic Bramham Park estate on 12 April 2026 with 5 km, 10 km or half marathon routes, canicross friendly so bring one dog per runner. Enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal and scenic trails past statues and woodland.

Long course: Challenge yourself on the 28 km Llangollen fell race across the rolling hills of North Wales, featuring demanding climbs and stunning views. Based at Llangollen Leisure Centre, entries open in advance and on the day. Short cou..

Run the Nene Valley Races Kings Cliffe 10k through Northamptonshire countryside on tracks, fields and disused railway lines. Start and finish at KC Active with a fully marshalled, marked route for a peaceful country challenge.

Enjoy a scenic 10 mile trail around Rivington Village, White Coppice and Wheelton Plantation on 12 April 2026 with chip timing and bespoke finisher medals. Competitive prizes for top and masters age category finishers add extra incentive.