Trail Running Calendar West Midlands (England) 2025-2026

The Holly Challenge is an exciting running event scheduled for January 25, 2025, in Lightmoor, Telford, set within the scenic Lightmoor Nature Reserve. Participants can choose from four distances: 5K, 10K, half marathon, or a full marathon, making it suitable for runners of all levels. The event pro..

The Cannock Chase Trigs is a challenging fell running event organized by Mercia Fell Runners, taking place in the scenic Cannock Chase area. This race covers a distance of approximately 26.5 kilometers with a total ascent of 540 meters, primarily on tracks and paths, with some open terrain. Particip..

The Icing on the Cake is an exciting trail running event set in the picturesque Shropshire Hills, featuring both half (13.1 miles) and full (26.2 miles) marathon options. Scheduled for February 1, 2025, participants will navigate a scenic route that includes a loop through rugged countryside, with m..

The Dovedale Big Daddy is a challenging fell race set in the picturesque Manifold and Dovedale valleys, featuring a distance of 20.4 km with 1370 meters of elevation gain. Participants will tackle nine steep climbs and descents, testing their endurance and strength. This event is part of the Limesto..

The Croome Capability Canter is a popular 6.5-mile multi-terrain race held in the picturesque Croome Park, designed by the renowned landscape architect Lancelot “Capability” Brown. Recognized as one of the top off-road races by Runners World readers, the event features a scenic route that includes a..

The Rhino Challenge is a unique running event held at Ryton Pools Country Park in Warwickshire, offering participants a 6-hour time limit to complete as many laps of a 3.3-mile course as they desire. This event caters to all abilities, allowing runners, hikers, and walkers to enjoy the scenic, runna..

The Titterstone Clee Fell Race, organized by Mercia Fell Runners, is a challenging event set in the scenic West Midlands. Covering a distance of 4.1 km with a total ascent of 229 meters, participants should be prepared for wintry conditions and potential poor visibility. Navigation skills are essent..

The Muddy Woody 6 is a challenging 6-mile trail race set in the scenic Haugh Woods of Herefordshire, featuring approximately 1000 feet of elevation with tough climbs and technical descents. This iconic event, organized by Wye Valley Runners, is moving to a new venue at Queenswood Country Park & Arbo..

The Long Mynd Valleys Race, organized by Mercia Fell Runners, is a challenging fell race set in the scenic Shropshire hills. Scheduled for February 9, 2025, the race covers a distance of 18 km with a total ascent of 1300 meters. Participants must adhere to FRA rules and carry mandatory safety equipm..

The Porsche Wolverhampton Cannock Chase Forest event features a captivating trail race set in the scenic Cannock Chase Forest. Participants can choose from four distances: 20, 15, 10, and 5 miles, catering to runners of all abilities. The course offers a mix of challenging hills and beautiful forest..

The Winter Railway Ultra is a multi-distance running event set along the scenic banks of the River Severn, featuring routes of 9 miles, half marathon, 19 miles, 28 miles, and 37 miles. Scheduled for February 15, 2025, this event follows the disused railway line between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth, off..

The 42nd South Shropshire Circular is a challenging 27-mile running event set in the scenic South Shropshire countryside, starting and finishing at Clee Village Hall. Participants will navigate a route that remains undisclosed until the day of the event, featuring 5000 feet of ascent. The event incl..

The Kinver Edge DirtRun is an exciting off-road running event set in the scenic Kinver Edge & The Rock Houses. Participants will complete two laps of a 9.5km route, showcasing the beautiful tracks and trails of the area. The event is open to runners aged 14 and above, with a limit of 100 participant..

The CODopoly Triple is an exciting running event taking place in Shropshire, offering participants the flexibility to choose their challenge over three days. Set to occur from Friday to Sunday, runners can select from distances of 10K, Half Marathon, or Full Marathon, or even mix and match across th..

The Cardingmill Canter is a challenging fell running event organized by Mercia Fell Runners, taking place in Carding Mill Valley, Church Stretton. The race covers a distance of 7.8 km with a total ascent of 580 meters, featuring rocky and grassy tracks, steep descents, and multiple checkpoints. Part..

The Cannock Chase Wildwood Trail Series, taking place on March 22, 2025, in Cannock Chase Forest, offers an exciting trail running experience for participants of all skill levels. Runners can choose between a Half Marathon (13.1 miles) and a 10K (10.6 km) route, both set amidst the stunning woodland..

The Combe Gibbet to Overton Race is a multi-terrain running event set in the scenic Berkshire and Hampshire countryside, taking place on March 23, 2025. Covering a distance of 16 miles, the race is designed to help participants prepare for the marathon season. Starting at Combe Gibbet and finishing ..

The Pendock Spring Chicken Run is a multi-terrain running event taking place on March 30, 2025, in the scenic countryside of south Worcestershire. Participants can choose from three race distances: a 10K, 5K, or a 1K fun run, catering to various age groups and abilities. The event aims to raise fund..

Ultra in The Black Country is an exciting long-distance running event taking place on March 30, 2025, starting and finishing at Baggeridge Country Park near Dudley, West Midlands. Participants can choose to run solo, in pairs, or as a team of four, covering a scenic 32-mile loop that features urban ..

The Shropshire Way 80K Festival is an exciting running and walking event set in the stunning Shropshire Hills, taking place on April 5, 2025. Participants can choose from four different challenges: the SW80K (50 miles), Mammothon (26 miles), Half-Mammothon (13 miles), and Tusker’s 10K (6.5 miles). E..