Trail Running calendar near Ruthin 2025-2026

Take on a relaxed 5k or 10k at Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve on 23 July in the Rock up n' Run summer pop up series. Turn up on the night or book ahead and enjoy a jumble medal, hot food and a drink after your run.

Enjoy the Fellrunner in Sheldon on Thu 23 Jul 2026, a spirited 4 mile fell run across the Peak District with around 162 m of climb. On the day entry is £8 and all fees support Sheldon village funds.

Join the Railway Ultra on 25 July 2026 for a scenic riverside run along a disused railway between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth, passing industrial heritage sites. Pick distances from 9 to 37 miles and enjoy aid stations and nearby pubs.

Tackle Alderman's Ascent, a classic fell race in the South West Pennines with 8.5 km and over 400 m of climb, passing the Pots and Pans monument and Shaw Rocks. This tenth anniversary race on 25 July 2026 is a counter for the English Fell R..

Take on a rugged 18 mile fell race across Pennine moorland and rocky climbs with about 1,285 m of ascent from Cartworth Moor. Entries are limited to 200 with pre entry and day slots, and a raffle supports Holme Valley Mountain Rescue.

Tackle the Hameldon Quarry Race on 28 July 2026 in Hapton, Burnley, a lively 6.5 km trail with about 400 m of climb through Bowland terrain. Day entry only, low fees and team categories make it ideal for a spontaneous challenge.

Tackle the Fellrunner at Lee Mill Quarry, a 10km fell race with 332 m climb, offering steep scenic trails and a tough workout. Entry on the day and teams welcome make this a lively opener for the Rossendale mid week series.

She Strides Women’s 50k is a women only ultramarathon across Hebden Bridge and moorland, with 5,000 ft of ascent and stunning trail views. Vegan friendly aid stations, an all female support crew and a welcoming finish make for an empowering..

Explore the scenic Dove and Manifold valleys with the Dovedale Dipper, a trail running and challenge walking event based in Hartington in the Peak District. Choose the 15 mile Little Dipper or the tougher 26 mile Big Dipper on 1 August 2026..

Enjoy scenic, flat routes along Birmingham canals with 18.5, 26.5 and 30 mile options passing Bournville, Gas Street Basin and Edgbaston Reservoir. Well supported checkpoints, a finish meal and showers make for a friendly, low stress run.

Tackle the Trunce 7 fell race in the Peak District, a punchy 3.9 mile course with about 190 m of climb and great views. Entry on the day keeps it friendly and there is a junior over 10 race, ideal for families and club runners.

Enjoy the Parwich Panoramic Five on Tue 4 Aug 2026, a scenic 8.5 km trail from the Sycamore Inn in Parwich, Peak District. Expect panoramic views and a 200 m climb; on the day entry only, £5.

Crow Hill Reverse fell race in the South West Pennines on 4 Aug 2026 offers a steep 8 km route with 305 m of climb from Dusty Miller pub in Mytholmroyd. No pre entry required; join on the day for £5 and tackle a classic Pennine fell.

A new 4 mile route around Bradwell in the Peak District on Tue 4 Aug 2026 climbs 276 m for a rewarding hill challenge. Teams welcome and pre entry opens in May with on the day entries available at Bradwell Sports Pavilion.

Tackle the scenic Cracken Edge fell race in the Peak District on Wed 5 Aug 2026, a challenging 11.3 km route with 442 m of climb. Join runners raising funds for Kinder Mountain Rescue Team; teams welcome and entries available on the day.

Tackle the classic Eshton Moor fell race from Old Hall Farm, Gargrave: 8.3 km with 172 m ascent across rolling York Dales terrain. Entry on the day only, with junior races and a friendly club atmosphere.

Tackle a scenic summer trail loop in North Derbyshire across Cordwell and Linacre Valleys, about 20 miles of mixed trails. Enjoy staffed checkpoints, post race treats, a finisher medal and prizes for first male and first female.

Join the Tegg's Nose Fell Race on Sat 8 Aug 2026 in the Peak District for a challenging 8 mile course with 525 m of climb and fine views. Held with sheep dog trials, this classic fell race accepts pre entries and entries on the day.

Tackle a classic Saddleworth fell race with sweeping views over Manchester on a testing 10 km course with 400 m of climb. Mass start from the Cross Keys Inn with on the day entry available and a well earned chip butty at the finish.

Ribble Runfest in Preston on 9 August offers flat, looped routes through Avenham and Miller Parks and along the River Ribble, with distances from 10k to ultra. With a small field of 100, stocked aid stations and finisher medals, it is a sce..