Trail Running calendar near Wolstenholme 2025-2026

Trails and Tails 15 Feb 2026 offers scenic 4 mile and 8 mile trail runs for runners and Canicross competitors with chip timing and medals for all finishers. Bring your dog for prizes and enjoy runnable trails and great views.

Take on a Pennines fell race Sun 15 Feb 2026 at Booth Cricket Club, a testing 8 km with 381 m climb over moorland that needs some navigation. Pre entry or entry on the day up to 100 runners; full body cover required and parking limited.

Tackle a classic Peak District fell race from Lower Hopton Cricket Club, a punchy 5 km with about 210 m of climb over rugged upland terrain. Junior races and on the day entries make it perfect for family runners and club competitors.

Explore scenic trails around Cracoe in the Yorkshire Dales with 12 or 25 mile options for walkers and runners. Places are limited and the event is currently full with a waiting list, with checkpoints, hot drinks and a finish meal to reward..

Choose distances from 9 miles up to a 37 mile ultra on the Winter Railway Ultra, a scenic route along the River Severn on a disused railway between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth. Enjoy regular aid stations, great riverside views and nearby vill..

Challenge yourself on the Flower Scar Fell Race near Todmorden a winter fell race covering 13.3 km with 660 m of ascent across steep climbs, rough moor and fast paths. Full FRA winter kit is mandatory and advance entry is required.

Doctors Gate Fell Race in the Peak District is a classic 12.7 mile course with about 1000 m of climb across open moorland where navigation matters. Open to adults with on the day entry available, it is part of the FRA English Champs.

Tibthorpe Loop Half Marathon in the Yorkshire Wolds on 28 Feb 2026 offers 13 miles of undulating trail and 1,200 ft of climb. Chip timed finishers receive a wildflower seed medal and the event donates part of each fee to local charities.

Take on the Chester Ultra 50, a scenic 50 mile trail ultramarathon near Chester on 28 Feb 2026 through Helsby Hill, Delamere Forest and the Sandstone Trail. Expect rugged terrain, about 849m ascent and limited places.

Take on the South Pennine 24 on 28 February 2026, a challenging 24 mile winter route across Dark Peak moorland from Dovestone Reservoir. Suited to experienced walkers and runners, with checkpoints, flexible starts and a ten hour limit.

Light up Whinlatter Forest with a headtorch in the Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails Night Run, choosing 5k or 10k undulating trail routes. Dogs are welcome with up to two per runner and individual starts for a relaxed, chip timed night event.

Cannock Chase Wildwood Trail Series offers a 10K or half marathon through pine forest and open heath with steep climbs, fast descents and muddy technical trails. Canicross welcome and eco friendly wooden medals for finishers.

Castle 2 Castle Ultra is a sold out 32 miles run from Powis Estate in Welshpool to Caffi Wylfa in Chirk, blending fast flat paths, rolling footpaths and open views. Prizes await top finishers and everyone gets a finisher plate and goodies.

Take on the 43rd South Shropshire Circular on 28 February 2026, a 25 miles route with about 4675 ft ascent that tests navigation and endurance. The course is revealed on the day with checkpoints and a 10 hour time limit.

The Phoenix Running - Stretford will take place in Stretford on Saturday 28 February 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Take on INOV8 High Cup Nick in Dufton, a 15 km fell race with 460 m of climb across the wild North Pennines. Pre entry required and FRA kit is mandatory; village hall refreshments and free parking available.

Cloud Nine in Congleton on 1 March 2026 is a challenging 9 mile fell race with 1250 ft of ascent across classic moorland, chip timed for a spirited field. Pre entry and FRA kit are required and entries support charity.

Take part in Scrimshire's Scramble, a community 10K around North Leverton Windmill that threads scenic lanes and trails. Volunteer run to raise funds for the 212 year old mill, with finishers getting local flour, an eco medal and honey.

Tackle Ilkley Moor in this annual 8 km fell race with 401 m of climbing and steep, rocky descents that reward bold, technical running. Entries are limited so expect a competitive field and mandatory FRA kit and rules.

Tackle undulating trails, muddy paths and a shallow stream crossing on an adventurous six mile route at Baggeridge Country Park. Join the Action Heart Tuff Un on 1 March 2026 to test yourself and support a West Midlands cardiac charity.