Trail Running Calendar West Midlands (England) 2026-2027

Experience a self navigating adventure through the Marches of England with 30 mile and 14 mile trail routes ending at the historic Ludlow Castle ruins.

Looped races at Chasewater Country Park offer 5K laps for options from 5K up to a full marathon, a relatively flat mixed-surface course with park facilities and aid stations, and a finisher medal and occasional snack.

Experience a unique point to point half marathon along scenic canal towpaths from Wolverhampton to Birmingham. Run through the historic Coseley Tunnel and refuel at floating canal barge aid stations before finishing in Brindley Place.

Explore the scenic valley of Ironbridge in Shropshire with this multi lap race offering 8 mile, 16 mile, and marathon distances. Finishers receive a unique themed medal after running through local tracks and village paths.

The Warslow Fell Race returns on 4 July 2026. This FRA-approved 10 km event features a challenging route with steep climbs and a strict cutoff. With a limit of 150 runners, it's a race for experienced fell runners in the Peak District.

Experience a summer trail race through the hilly forest paths of Cannock Chase. Choose between a half marathon or 10k and enjoy free parking, race photos, and a bespoke finisher medal.

Run through the scenic southern Peak District and Tittesworth Reservoir on rugged trails and moorland tracks. Choose between three distances and enjoy a chip timed race with stocked aid stations and a themed finisher medal.

Take on the Stiperstones Fell Race in Snailbeach on Wed 8 Jul 2026, a rugged 6.7 km course with about 375 m of climb across classic Shropshire ridgelines. Pre entry is £7 or pay £10 on the day, with junior races available.

Experience a scenic 10k run through the meadows and woodlands of Coombe Abbey Park in Coventry. Enjoy an undulating course with on site facilities and the choice between a traditional medal or planting a tree.

This 57-mile point-to-point ultramarathon follows the River Severn from Worcester to Stonehouse. Runners pass through several towns on a comparatively flat course. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and head visor.

Challenge yourself with four mountain distances ranging from a half marathon to a 50 mile ultra in the Black Mountains. This self navigation event features stunning landmarks and full support from the Longtown Village Hall base.

Choose between five circular distances from 10 to 40 miles through 12 scenic parishes. Run or walk this waymarked off road challenge starting from the village of Hallow and enjoy a hot meal at the finish.

Run the scenic Shropshire Hills at The Piece of Cake Trail Run in Carding Mill Valley with 10K, half marathon and marathon distances. Enjoy marked trails, aid stations, a finisher medal and a cake competition.

Explore the scenic Shropshire countryside with a Half Marathon, 10k, or 5k race featuring hilly lanes and off road trails through Whitcliffe Common.

A scenic trail run in Herefordshire starting from Aymestrey. Choose between a 10-mile route with 1,800 feet of climb or a 5-mile option. The course features lanes, forest tracks, and trails.

Run along the scenic banks of the River Severn on a flat disused railway line. Choose from multiple distances ranging from 9 miles to a 37 mile ultra marathon with regular support stations.

Explore Birmingham’s historic canals and river valleys on a flat circular route. Participants can choose between three off road distances featuring city landmarks and nature with no stiles and full checkpoint support.

The Pershore Plum 10k is a road race organized by the local running club Pershore Plum Plodders. Mark your calendar for the 30th of August 2026 for this Worcestershire event. The club is England Athletics accredited and has a history of hos..

Experience trail running through the Shropshire Hills and The Long Mynd with a choice of 10k, half marathon, or marathon distances starting from the scenic Carding Mill Valley.

Join a scenic charity 10k across Staffordshire countryside, starting and finishing at the canal side Hartley Arms in Wheaton Aston. With only 150 places, the race finishes with music and food at the pub to celebrate local charities.