Trail Running calendar near Ruthin 2026-2027

A winter walking and running event near Holmfirth with three loop options of 11.6, 7.2 and 4.2 miles, checkpoints, refreshments and specified safety kit requirements.

A 24 hour trail challenge from Llanbenwch Caravan Park in the Vale of Clwyd with fully marked out and back routes. Options include a five-trig 115 km route or a 70 km shorter option, for solo runners or three person teams.

Trail runs at Wyre Forest on 13 December 2026 include a family one mile plus 5 km and 10 km options, with canicross on the 5 km and 10 km. Finishers receive medals and seasonal refreshments.

Mortimer Forest Trail Race is a trail running event in Mortimer Forest organised by Ludlow Runners and set for 13 December 2026. The organiser's site lists routes, sign up, environmental information, photos, results and contact details.

BigXmas Trail Festival on 13 December 2026 offers three trail distances at Sale Water Park in Greater Manchester. Courses are marked and marshalled with aid stations on the half and marathon, chip timing, and a finishers medal or tree plant..

A pre Christmas trail run on Moel Famau from Bwlch Penbarras that keeps the distance a surprise. The course is between 6 and 12 kilometres, includes hills and varied terrain, and finishes with a mince pie and festive medal.

A 4.9 mile, 700 ft fell race at Penistone Hill on 20 December 2026, part of the Woodentops series and using chip timing. Over 16s only; full kit may be required. Santa hats, free tea and coffee, and prizes are provided.

A family run festive four mile fancy dress run in Horwich on 20 December 2026. Chip timing, a Christmas themed trinket and costume prizes are included and the route is fully marshalled on local roads and paths.

A festive canal running event in Bingley with chip timed races from 5k to marathon along a flat towpath. The course is marshalled and signed, has feed stations every three miles and offers a bespoke festive finisher medal.

An informal pre Christmas meet up at Conwy Falls offering a leisurely walk or run of up to two hours, followed by a debrief and refreshments at Conwy Falls Cafe. Member and paid entry options are available.

A 7.8 km fell race on Boxing Day around Totley Moor and Blacka Moor, raising funds for S6 foodbank and Edale Mountain Rescue.

A traditional Boxing Day fell event near Minsterley, Shropshire, with a 4.8 km course and 244 m of climb on a partially marked route. Modest entry fees apply and proceeds go to the Severn Hospice; walkers and families are welcome.

Whinberry Naze is a festive fell race in Rawtenstall on Sat 26 Dec 2026 covering 6.4 km with 229 m of ascent. Entry on the day costs £6 and there are prizes for fancy dress.

Two self-navigated trail courses across the Marches from Ludlow to Kington, featuring forests, limestone tops and ridge sections. Distances are roughly 30 miles and 16 miles with age and entry fees specified by the organiser.

A downhill fell race of 4 km from Moel Famau summit to Cilcain with about 350 m descent. The route is partially marked, for competitors over 16, and is insured by the WFRA; donations are collected at the White Horse in Cilcain.

A blindfolded navigation challenge in Skipton where participants are dropped at unknown locations and must return on foot; options cover 6, 10 and 15 miles and live GPS tracking is available as an optional safety feature.

Bracing winter fell race around Bilberry Fields in Todmorden, offering scenic South West Pennine views and a testing 4.6 mile route with plenty of climb. Friendly club atmosphere with cheap pre entry and on the day entry available.

Celebrate New Year's Eve with the Wormstones fell race in the Peak District, an energetic 8 km with about 400 m of climb. Join at The Beehive in Glossop on 31 Dec 2026 for tough trails, great company and curry after the run.

Ring in the New Year with this scenic, hilly 10.8 km trail around Penistone Hill Country Park near Haworth on 31 December 2026. Entries are limited, chip timing is new for 2026, and every finisher receives a bottle of Daleside beer plus cof..

A 7-mile New Year's Eve fell race from The Little Tea Room in Rivington with a live bagpiper send-off, a pint and pie for finishers, and a post-race prize presentation and party at The Crown Pub in Horwich.