Trail Running Calendar West Midlands (England) 2026-2027

Run scenic trails across the Shropshire Hills and Long Mynd at The Icing on the Cake on 31 Jan 2026 with marathon, half and 10k options. Finish by the National Trust tea rooms and join the cake competition for a sweet post race treat.

Take on the Dovedale Big Daddy on 1 February 2026, an AL fell race in the Peak District covering 20.4 km with 1370 m ascent and nine steep climbs through the Manifold and Dovedale valleys. Entries close 29 January and are limited to 250.

Join the DirtRun Dudmaston 10k on 1 Feb 2026 for a scenic off road 10 km through Comer Woods at Dudmaston Estate. Enjoy a finisher medal and goodie, with category prizes including real ale for top performers.

An off-road navigational race on Cannock Chase on 1 February 2026, about 26.5 km with 540 m ascent, visiting five checkpoints in order; pre-entry only with limited places and SI timing in use.

A short fell race from Cleeton St Mary covering 4.1 km and 229 m ascent, run on an unmarked course where map-and-compass navigation and Full Kit are required; pre-entry and on-the-day entry options are available.

Explore the trails of Cannock Chase on 8 February 2026 with 20, 15, 10 and 5 mile options on an undulating, scenic course with some hills. Enjoy a bespoke medal, free photos, prizes and on site parking.

Muddy Woody 2026: The Wye Valley Brewery Muddy Woody returns on 8 February at a new Aconbury Court Farm course. About 6 miles of forest and single track with runnable hills, chip timing and a free bespoke Muddy T shirt for finishers. Junio..

A Shropshire fell race of about 18 km and 1300 m ascent across trail and open fell, run under FRA rules with full kit required. Entries open 4 January and close 6 February 2026.

The Love Run on 14 February 2026 at Pengethley Manor offers 5k to ultra options on a tough offroad loop with a seven hour completion limit and virtual entries plus a choice of full or split medals.

Take on the Winter Railway Ultra on 21 Feb 2026 with distances from 9 to 37 miles along a scenic disused railway by the River Severn between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth. Aid stations and nearby pubs add winter charm to the challenge.

An off road two lap 9.5 km race at Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses with a 100 runner limit. Age 14 and over, male and female categories, prizes for the top three and a medal for every finisher.

Run the Knype Pools 5 on 22 February 2026 with Biddulph Running Club, a scenic 5 mile trail loop around Knypersley Reservoir. Support the mayor's chosen charity and enjoy a friendly pre race fun run and community atmosphere.

A 25 mile LDWA event from Minsterley Village Hall across South Shropshire countryside, with about 4,675 ft ascent, four legs and three serviced checkpoints. The route is undisclosed until the day and map and compass navigation is required.

Take on the Cannock Chase Wildwood Trail Series on 28 Feb 2026 at Birches Valley, a scenic yet testing woodland course with steep climbs, fast descents and technical, muddy trails. Half and 10K with canicross options and eco wooden medals.

Tackle undulating trails, muddy paths and a shallow stream crossing on an adventurous six mile route at Baggeridge Country Park. Join the Action Heart Tuff Un on 1 March 2026 to test yourself and support a West Midlands cardiac charity.

Run the Scott Sports Dirty Dozen, a 12 km loop across Cannock Chase with muddy singletrack, climbs, fast descents and the notorious Ditch of Doom. Kids course, on site parking and a bespoke finisher medal complete the day.

CODopoly Triple is a flexible three day running event on 13 March 2026, letting you run one, two or all three days along scenic Ironbridge and south Telford routes. Choose 8 miles, a half marathon or a full marathon each day and enjoy The U..

Run the DirtRun Wyre Wizard Trail at Wyre Forest on 15 March 2026, choosing the Half Marathon 13 miles or Super Seven 7.6 miles through ancient trees and rolling trails. Expect marshals, race timing and a special finishers medal.

Join the Pendock Spring Chicken Run on 15 March 2026 for scenic Worcestershire routes with 10K, 5K and a 1K fun run for all ages. Enjoy medals, prizes and help raise funds for the local school.

A 32 mile urban loop from Baggeridge Country Park on 29 March 2026, offered as solo, pair or team of 4 relay. The mostly traffic-free route includes long tunnels, canal towpaths, three aid checkpoints and a GPX route file.