Trail Running calendar near Llangollen 2026-2027

Test your grit on a Royal Marines designed obstacle course through the Cheshire mud. Choose between 6 km and 10 km routes featuring over 30 tactical challenges and a vibrant event village celebration.

Experience a 26.2 mile marathon distance challenge through the White Peak starting in Alstonefield. This circular route features 4800 feet of ascent with manned checkpoints and locally made hot food at the finish.

Experience a traditional Peak District fell race in Youlgrave featuring a 5.8 mile route across rough trails and open fields. This community event supports village facilities and offers a technical course for seasonal runners.

Join the Calderdale Way Relay on Sun 17 May 2026 for a scenic but savage 80.5 km team challenge across the South West Pennines with 3660 m of climb. Teams of 12, pre entry only, runners run in pairs and strict kit rules apply.

Tackle a steep 3 km fell race up Shutlingsloe in the Peak District on Sun 17 May 2026 with 270 m of ascent for a short punchy challenge. On the day entry is available and the race is part of the Wildboarclough fete.

Experience a focused fell running challenge in Little Hayfield with a steep 1.2 mile climb up and down Lantern Pike plus a separate distance for junior runners.

A fixed, well marshalled 10.5 km race around Totley Moor starting and finishing at the Totley AC pavilion. The Category B medium route covers road, track and moorland with 440 m of climb and a 250 runner limit.

A Category AS fell race covering 3.5 miles and 1247 feet of ascent near Clitheroe. Enjoy a steep rocky climb up the Big Dipper followed by a social pasta supper at the local pub.

A one-lap trail event of about 10 km around Quarry Bank Mill and Styal woods on mixed surfaces and undulating terrain. The 2026 course was altered and entries for that edition were limited.

Join this monthly trail running series at Wirral Country Park featuring an 8 km course. Open to all runners aged 16 and over the event offers both individual race entries and full series rankings for various age categories.

The Batch Bash is a short, sharp fell race in Shropshire featuring a 4.8 km course with 305m of climb. It takes place on an evening in May. Entries are available in advance or on the day.

A six mile out and back trail race near Rivington on 20 May 2026, organised by Horwich RMI Harriers. Registration is at the Rivington Tea Rooms and published entry fees include an administrative charge and a pay on the day supplement.

Experience a classic fell race through the Peak District National Park starting in Castleton. This 9.2 km course takes runners along the scenic Great Ridge with over 400 meters of elevation gain and a descent from Hollins Cross.

Experience an evening fell race through ancient landscapes and modern turbines with views of the Peak District. This 9.5 km course features steep hills and a downhill finish in Carsington Village.

Experience a 32 mile point to point trail ultra through the South Pennines visiting four unique art installations. This scenic route offers 4700 feet of climbing with transport provided from the finish to the start line.

A non stop 145 mile ultramarathon from Birmingham to London along the Grand Union Canal Towpath. This iconic event features a flat route with a 45 hour cut off and is open to all runners aged 20 and over.

Experience the landscape of the Shropshire and Mid Wales border with 10 or 16 mile routes for walkers and runners. Enjoy a scenic journey through moorlands and woods finishing on the historic Offa’s Dyke National Trail.

Test your endurance at MacTuffX Blackburn through a series of timed intervals. Choose between individual or team entries for repeated distances of 400m or 800m in this high intensity fitness event.

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.

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.