Trail Running calendar near Bwlch Penbarras 2026-2027

A scenic circular fell race of about 30 km around Belper that follows Roman roads, farmland and woodland. The event has a 300 entrant limit, entries close 20 August, and all finishers receive a medal and a memento.

A multi-distance trail event through the parklands of central Preston with 10K, half, marathon and ultra options, stocked aid station and bespoke medals for finishers.

A TRA licenced five mile trail race organised by Leigh Harriers AC at Leigh Sports Village on 23 August 2026, with affiliated and unaffiliated entry categories and published entry prices.

A 10 mile trail race through Radnor forest in Mid Wales on 23 August 2026, held in aid of the Special Care Baby Unit in Hereford. The route reaches Black Mixen at 2130 ft and includes forestry roads, moorland and tree covered single track.

Take on the Trunce 8, a classic Peak District fell race starting and finishing at Oxspring Playing Field. The 6.2 km route climbs 190 m and entry is on the day for £3, with a junior 3 km race for over 10s at £1.

Golf Ball Fell Race is organised by Rossendale Harriers on 26 August 2026. Entry is on the day and runners should carry the recommended FRA kit, which may be checked depending on conditions.

A midweek fell race near Bury covering about 6.5 km with 400 m of climb, held at the Hare & Hounds. The event allows teams, requires a minimum age of 16, and has a 1 hour 10 minute cutoff at Moorbottom Road.

A non stop 130 mile canal towpath race from Liverpool to Leeds run under UK Athletics rules. Open to runners aged 20 and over, the event has a 40 hour limit and a limited number of unsupported entries with regular feed points.

Tackle a classic Pennines fell race in Pendleton on 29 August 2026. The 8 km course packs 457 m of ascent across rough terrain, with on the day entries and homemade cakes and a cosy village pub to reward you.

Trail races from Skipton over the high ground of Wharfedale and the Pennine Way, offering 13 to 50 mile options with staffed checkpoints, tracker provision for ultras and a mandatory kit list for all entrants.

A hill race near Porthmadog covering 7.2 km with 564 m of ascent, partially marked and requiring navigational skills and experience. Entry is day only for £5 and teams may enter free.

A fell race at Powder House Field near Hebden on 31 August 2026 covering 1.50 miles 3.20 km with about 400 feet 244 meters of climb, featuring a steep ascent, top running and an uphill finish.

Join the Dark Side Of The Combe on Mon 31 Aug 2026 in the Lake District as part of the Black Combe Country Fair at Bootle. This 12.5 km fell race with 625 m ascent is a tough, scenic test and has on the day entry.

The 55th Cilcain Mountain Race is a 7.4 km mountain event with 380 m ascent on the Clwydian Range. It includes Welsh Athletics senior short inter regional and North Wales regional championships and features junior races behind the showgroun..

A 10th anniversary village trail race in Upper Denby featuring a 5.6 mile undulating course through fields, woodland and the Quaker Village at High Flatts, with homemade flapjack for finishers and prizes across age categories.

A scenic 10 km fell race around Sir William Hill and Abney Moor starting and finishing in the historic village of Eyam, with a 3 km junior run, prizes from the Barrel Inn and a barbecue and bar in the courtyard afterwards.

A short but steep fell race held during Kilnsey Show on 1 September 2026, featuring a rope-assisted rock chimney descent for seniors, junior crag races with scree descents, limited pre-entry for seniors and specific footwear requirements.

A short evening fell race of about 8 km and 360 m ascent featuring a tough opening climb, a rollercoaster route over local summits and a field finish. Mandatory FRA kit, an enforced cut off on Brown Wardle and a minimum age of 18 apply.

A trail 5k around Clowbridge Reservoir on a popular route off the Pennine Bridleway. The event is the first of a three race autumn series on 3, 10 and 17 September 2026 and is open to runners aged 11 and over.

Experience an endurance challenge along the coast with solo and relay options ranging from 50 to 130 miles. This multi day event features strictly timed checkpoints and self navigation in a stunning natural environment.