Trail Running calendar near Chirk 2026-2027

Experience an iconic non-stop 145 mile ultramarathon along the historic Grand Union Canal from Birmingham to London. This flat course through urban and rural scenery offers a generous 45 hour cut-off for all participants.

Traverse the Shropshire Mid Wales border on a scenic 10 or 16 mile route. Enjoy a mix of moorland and woodland trails through the Afon Cynllaith valley with options for both walkers and runners.

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.

A chip timed *10k* trail run on 24 May 2026 that starts and finishes at Bredon Cricket Club. The marshalled route climbs to the 299 m summit of Bredon Hill and all finishers receive a medal.

Choose your own distance on a flat, scenic 5.3km loop along the River Mersey. This timed event gives you 7 hours to run as many laps as you like, from a single lap to an ultra. Every participant earns a finisher's medal.

The Crocodile 8 is an 8.8-mile run on mixed terrain around Herefordshire's Tillington and Burghill. It features music on the course, steep climbs, and a lively after-event party. Entry is by advance registration only.

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..

This fell race in Great Harwood covers 8.8 km with 300m of climb, starting at the New Showfield. It is part of the Great Harwood Show, and entry includes admission to the show. The event is for seniors aged 18+ only.

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..

Experience the inaugural Bluebell's Revenge fell race featuring an 8.9 km figure-of-eight course around the Chevin. This FRA-licensed event offers 315 meters of climbing and concludes with social food and drinks at the Bluebell Inn.

Event Overview The Maverick Peak District X-Trail is a long-distance trail running event taking place in the Peak District National Park on Saturday, May 30, 2026. The event starts and finishes at Bakewell Showground. It offers two ultra-di..

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.

Experience a 50 mile ultra marathon along the Telford T50 pathway featuring historic sites like Ironbridge and the heights of the Wrekin with full checkpoint support.

Run among the deer herds of Tatton Park on scenic mixed-terrain trails. Choose from 5k, 10k, or half marathon distances for this wildlife-rich trail event. All finishers receive a medal and refreshments.

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.

Take on the Hebden Bridge fell race on Tue 2 Jun 2026 in the South West Pennines, a flagged 10.4 km course with about 350 m of climb that rewards bold climbing and fast descents. Day entry and prizegiving at The Albert make for a friendly,..

Tackle Paddy's Pole fell race in the Bowland fells near Chipping, Lancs, a punchy 6 km with 336 m climb that rewards hill legs. Pre entry is required, entries limited to 140 so book early and consider car sharing as parking is limited.

Take on the Burbage Skyline fell race in the Peak District on Tue 2 Jun 2026, a scenic yet testing 6.2 miles with 280 m of climb on the new 2024 route. Enjoy classic moorland terrain and a friendly club atmosphere, with pre entry only.

The Calver Peak will take place in Calver on Wednesday 3 June 2026. You can run 5 miles.

Join this two lap 10km trail race at Kinver Edge featuring local tracks with plenty of elevation changes. This event supports canicross runners and offers a no frills racing experience in a scenic outdoor setting.