Trail Running Calendar West Midlands (England) 2024-2025

The Mortimer Forest Trail Race, taking place on December 15, 2024, is a revitalized running event featuring two courses: a challenging 10-mile route and a shorter 4-mile option. Set in the picturesque Mortimer Forest on the Herefordshire/Shropshire border, participants can expect a mix of mud, hills..

The Chasewater Christmas Pudding Dash is a festive trail run offering both 10k and 5k races around Chasewater Reservoir in Staffordshire. Participants are encouraged to dress up in festive attire for the event. The route is multi-terrain and covers two laps for the 10k race and one lap for the 5k ra..

The Rhino Challenge is a running event set in the picturesque Ryton Pools Country Park, nestled in the Warwickshire countryside. This event offers a scenic and runnable course throughout the year, providing participants with stunning views as they navigate the trails. The challenge is designed for r..

The Cannock Chase Forest trail run offers 20, 15, 10, and 5-mile race options through the beautiful and challenging paths of Cannock Chase Forest. The event is suitable for all levels of runners, from novices to experienced athletes, and is ideal for spring marathon training. Participants can enjoy ..

The CODopoly Triple is a running event taking place from March 7th to March 9th, 2025, in Shropshire. Participants can choose to run for one, two, or all three days, with options for 10K, Half Marathon, or Full Marathon distances. The event features scenic routes, including a nature reserve, the ban..

The Ultra in The Black Country is a scenic 32-mile 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, with the route primarily on traffic-free paths, includin..

The Shropshire Way 80K Festival, taking place in April 2025, offers a range of running challenges set against the stunning backdrop of the Shropshire Hills. Participants can choose from four events: the SW80K (50 miles), Mammothon (26 miles), Half-Mammothon (13 miles), and Tusker’s 10K (6.5 miles). ..

The TEC WYE Valley will take place in Ross-on-Wye on Saturday 12 April 2025. You can run between 13 and 58 kilometers.

The Runthrough Cannock Chase Running Festival is a vibrant running event set in the scenic Cannock Chase area. Participants can choose from various distances, including 5k, 10k, and half marathon options, catering to runners of all abilities. The festival emphasizes community spirit and encourages r..

The Telford T50 Trail Run is an exciting running event scheduled for April 19, 2025, featuring a unique anticlockwise route along the Telford T50 pathway. Participants can choose between a challenging 50-mile course or a 10-mile virtual option. The event showcases Telford's rich history, including l..

The Malvern Hills 18 Miler is a guided trail running event organized by Running Adventures, set in the scenic Malvern Hills. Participants will embark on an 18-mile journey that includes over 1300 meters of elevation, taking in stunning views and exploring both well-known and lesser-known trails. The..

The Corvedale Cake Walk will take place in Holdgate on Saturday 26 April 2025.

The Malvern Hills Ultra is a challenging ultra-running event set in the scenic Malvern Hills, offering participants a choice of distances: 23, 31, 38, or 47 miles. The race begins and ends at Abberley Village Hall, with the longest route featuring a total ascent of over 2,900 meters. Competitors nav..

The "May the Fourth Be With You (Original)" running event offers participants the choice of a half marathon or full marathon distance on May 4, 2025, in the scenic Shropshire Hills. Following a successful 2024 event, entries are now open, with a limit of 200 participants for the main race. Runners w..

The MTC Severn Path Ultra is a challenging 60-mile ultra marathon that takes participants on a scenic point-to-point route along the River Severn, starting from Shrewsbury and finishing in Worcester. Runners will experience a flat course with picturesque views, crossing notable landmarks such as Iro..

The Leaden Boot Challenge is a 26.2-mile walk/run event set in the picturesque White Peak village of Alstonefield. Established to raise funds for the restoration of St. Peter's church roof, the challenge features a route with 4,800 feet of ascent and descent, offering participants a mix of scenic be..

The MTC Severn Way Ultra is a challenging 58-mile ultra marathon that takes participants on a scenic point-to-point route starting from Travelodge Worcester and finishing at Travelodge Stonehouse. Runners will traverse through picturesque locations including Upton-on-Severn and Tewkesbury, with chec..

The Gnosall 10K, organized by the Gnosall Globetrotters, is set for June 14, 2025, featuring a scenic multi-terrain route of 11.2 km through the picturesque Staffordshire countryside. Open to runners of all abilities, participants will receive a technical t-shirt and various goodies upon finishing. ..

The Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon is an exciting running event scheduled for July 5, 2025. Known for its scenic route, the marathon offers participants a unique experience as they run through the beautiful landscapes of Birmingham and the Black Country. Runners can expect personalized race ..

The Tittesworth Water Half Marathon & 50K offers three exciting routes set against the stunning backdrop of Tittesworth Reservoir and the southern Peak District. Participants can choose from a 10K, 22K, or 50K distance, each designed to challenge runners on varied terrain. The event emphasizes a sup..