Trail Running Calendar West Midlands (England) 2025-2026

The Across Wales Walk is a classic challenge walking event held annually, now in its 62nd year. Participants walk or run a demanding 45-mile linear route across Wales, starting at Anchor Bridge on the English border near Clun and finishing at Clarach Bay near Aberystwyth on the Welsh coast. The cour..

The Joust 12hr & 24hr is an off-road endurance race held at Top Barn Campsite, Worcestershire (WR6 6NH). The event features a 24-hour race (J24) and a 12-hour 50-mile challenge (J12), with the J24 open to solo runners, pairs, and teams, while the J12 is for solo competitors only. The course is a rou..

The Stretton Skyline is a challenging fell running race held near Church Stretton in the West Midlands, organized by Telford Athletics Club. Covering 30.5 km with a total ascent of 1357 meters, the course demands strong navigational skills as it is only partially marked. The route includes rugged te..

TrailFest - Cannock Chase Forest is a multi-distance trail running event held in the scenic Cannock Chase Forest, Staffordshire. It offers four race distances: 10K, half marathon, marathon, and 50K, catering to all levels from beginners to experienced ultra runners. The course is challenging and hil..

The Tour des Marches Challenge Walk is a popular annual event held at Wistanstow Village Hall in southwest Shropshire, England. Participants can choose from three distances: 12, 18, or 26 miles, with routes passing through scenic areas including Clun and Bishop's Castle, all within the Shropshire Hi..

The Cannock Chase Trail Runs take place in the scenic Cannock Chase Forest near Rugeley, north of Birmingham, designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The event offers 5km and 10km trail runs suitable for all abilities, with no cut-off times, encouraging participation at any pace. The co..

The Brown Clee Burn is a challenging multi-terrain running event scheduled for September 21, 2025. Covering approximately 11 kilometers, the course features steep climbs, long descents, and stunning views, catering to runners of various skill levels. The event starts and finishes at Stoke St Milboro..

The Petzl Night Trails 10K at Coombe Abbey Park in Coventry is a unique night-time trail running event organized by Big Bear Events. Set in the scenic Coombe Abbey Park, the 10-kilometer course features woodland, meadows, and grass fields with undulating terrain, exposed tree roots, and gates, offer..

The Kingfisher Challenge is a 6-hour trail running event held at Coombe Abbey Park, Coventry. The course features mature woodland, waterways, and open grassland, offering a scenic and mostly flat 3.3-mile loop primarily on stone pathways with some meadow sections. Participants can run as many laps a..

The Monross Trailblazers - Blaze the Biblins is a trail running event held on October 5, 2025, at Biblins Youth Campsite near Doward, Ross-on-Wye, within one of Britain's finest Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Covering approximately 6 miles (10k), the course features a mix of climbs, fla..

The RunThrough Cannock Chase Running Festival, held on October 12, 2025, takes place at Forest Lodge, Birches Valley, within the scenic Cannock Chase Forest, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty near Stafford and Birmingham. The event offers multiple race distances including 5K, 10K, a half maratho..

The Worcester Ring Run is an exciting 23-mile running event taking place on October 25, 2025, starting from Droitwich Rugby Club. This scenic route features a clockwise loop along the Droitwich Canal and the Worcester & Birmingham Canal, offering a mostly traffic-free experience. Participants can en..

The November Nightmare is an exciting running event taking place over eight days in Telford, Shropshire, celebrating its 10th year. Participants can choose from various distances each day, including 8 miles, a half marathon (approximately 16 miles), or a full marathon. Runners can opt to compete in..

The Roaches Fell Race is a challenging 15-mile out-and-back fell race held near Meerbrook Village Hall, featuring 3,700 feet of ascent. The course traverses a mix of roads, tracks, fields, and private land, including notable landmarks such as Roach House, Gradbach Forest, and Shutlingsloe. Participa..

DirtRun In The Dark is an exciting 10km off-road running event set in the scenic Wyre Forest at the Callow Hill Visitor Centre. Participants will navigate a two-lap course under the cover of darkness, making headlamps or torches a mandatory requirement. The event welcomes runners aged 14 and above,..

The Beckbury Trail is a 10K multi-terrain running event organized by Lawley Running Club, celebrating its 10th anniversary. Set in the scenic rural village and parish of Beckbury, Shropshire, the course features a mix of trail and a small section of road, including the challenging Badgers Bite Hill...

The Broadway Marathon is a challenging running event set in the picturesque northern Cotswolds, known for its hilly and muddy terrain. Licensed by the TRA and adhering to UK Athletics rules, the marathon is open to participants aged 18 and older. The event promises stunning scenery, making it a uniq..

The Callow Fell Race, organized by Mercia Fell Runners, is a challenging event that has transitioned from a summer to a winter series race. Covering a distance of 8.1 km with a total ascent of 762 meters, it is recognized as one of the toughest races in Shropshire. The course features steep climbs a..

DirtRun In The Dark is an exciting 10km off-road running event set in the scenic Wyre Forest at the Callow Hill Visitor Centre. Participants will navigate a two-lap course through tracks and trails under the cover of darkness, making headlamps or torches a mandatory requirement. Open to runners aged..

The Cannock Chase Forest Christmas 10K, 5K, and Junior Fun Run is a festive running event set in the scenic Cannock Chase Forest, Staffordshire. Participants can enjoy a challenging yet beautiful trail through the forest, with options for different distances to accommodate all ages and abilities. Th..