Trail Running calendar near Wrexham 2026-2027

Run on a historic railway trail through the Peak District. Choose between a half marathon or a 10k, with races on both Saturday and Sunday. The traffic free route passes through tunnels and over the famous Monsal viaduct.

The Spooky Sprint offers a choice of distances on a tough off-road course at Pengethley Manor. You have 7 hours to complete your 5k, 10k, half, full, or ultra marathon. A virtual run option is also available, complete with a Halloween-theme..

The Welsh Three Peaks Challenge links Snowdon, Cadair Idris and Pen y Fan across North, Mid and South Wales, covering 17 miles and 2334m of ascent, usually within 24 hours. Guided events and private options are available.

The Zombie Shuffle is a Halloween themed off road run at Pengethley Manor. Choose your distance from 5k to ultra, with a 7 hour time limit. A virtual run option is also available.

Run the Bronte Way fell race through the South/West Pennines, a scenic 12 km point to point with 351 m of climb. Pre entry only with limited bus support and a warming soup and roll at the finish make this a classic autumn challenge.

The Drop Manchester is a blindfolded navigation challenge where participants are driven to an unknown location and must find their way back without maps or GPS. Options include 6 mile for non-locals, 10 mile, and 15 mile versions.

Black Beacon Mountain Races The Black Beacon Mountain Races are a series of linear long-distance mountain trail races. They cross from south to north through the Black Mountains and the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park in S..

A Halloween themed trail event on the Leeds to Liverpool Canal offering distances from a 1 mile family friendly fun run to an ultra marathon. The flat, licensed course is marshalled and features themed medals and treats.

The 59th annual Race You to the Summit is a Halloween-themed fell race on October 31, 2026. This 7 km course near Littleborough features 260 meters of climb, with optional fancy dress and junior races from 10 AM.

Tackle the Monsal Mash in the Peak District, a challenging 9.5 km fell race with 500 m of climb over technical and fast rough terrain. Advance entry and full kit required, teams of three welcome.

A timed 6-hour trail event in the scenic Linacre Reservoirs valley. Runners complete as many 5 km laps as possible on marked, well-maintained paths. Prizes go to those with the most laps, and every finisher earns a medal.

Tackle the rolling trails of Derbyshire's Amber Valley. Choose between the 31-mile Amberaid ultra or the 20-mile Petit Raid, both offering scenic woodland paths and punchy climbs. Finishers earn a medal on this challenging, figure-of-eight..

Run through the scenic trails of Newborough Forest and along Llanddwyn Beach on the Isle of Anglesey. The course offers peaceful pine woods, sandy paths, and coastal views towards Snowdonia. It's a professionally organized trail event with..

The Striders Trail 5 returns for 2026 on 1st November, offering a 5-mile run on the club's favorite local trails. The event starts at the Sankey Visitors Centre in St Helens, with only 250 places available.

Run the November Nightmare in Telford from 1 to 8 November 2026 a unique eight day challenge where you can enter any single day or tackle them all. Daily courses of 8, 16 or 26.2 miles pass through Ironbridge and earn a medal each day.

Challenge yourself on the Shepherds Skyline Fell Race in Todmorden, a rugged 10 km with around 350 m of climb featuring a steep descent off Stoodley Pike and a tough return climb. On the day entries only and mandatory fell kit is required.

Take on the Burley Moor Run in Burley in Wharfedale, a scenic 11 km (6.8 miles) test across moorland with 250 m of climb. Open to runners aged 16 plus, with entries available in advance or on the day.

A 6 mile out and back fell race with 1900 feet of ascent around Rhobell Fawr, starting and finishing at Llanfachreth village hall. It opens the Meirionnydd Winter Race Series and requires full WFRA kit and fell shoes.

Take on Soyland Moor, an autumn fell race from Cragg Vale across moorland and Pennine Way on a point to point 22 km course with around 1300 ft of ascent and self navigation required. Teams welcome, entrants must be 18 or over.

Run Bolton Abbey offers a choice of scenic trail distances on the historic estate, from a 2.4-mile fun run to a half marathon. All entry fees include free parking, and proceeds support Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice. Finishers receive a uniqu..