Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2025-2026

The Huncote Hash is a low-cost, no-prizes cross-country race taking place at the Acresford Sand and Gravel site in Huncote, Leicestershire. Scheduled for December 29, 2024, the event features a 10K undulating course that includes scenic elements like Croft Hill and a stream. Participants can collect..

Black Moon Rising is a challenging trail half marathon set in the picturesque Derbyshire region, specifically along the eastern fringes of the Peak District. Participants will embark on an out-and-back course that begins at Rock Lane in Sutton Scarsdale, traversing through Sutton Spring Wood and asc..

The Darklink 10K is a unique headtorch running event taking place in the period between Christmas and New Year. Set on a flat route, participants will start at the Toll Bridge in Shoreham, running north along the Downslink towards Bramber and back. The event features a halfway aid station and is ful..

The Six Geese A Laying event, organized by Essex Trail Events, is a unique self-navigation trail race taking place on December 30, 2024. Participants can choose from three distances: a half marathon, 8 miles, or 5 miles. Runners will receive a written route description on the day of the event, as th..

The Wormstones Fell Race will take place in Glossop on Tuesday 31 December 2024.

The Daleside Auld Lang Syne is a classic New Year's Eve fell race organized by Wharfedale Harriers, taking place at Penistone Hill Country Park. The race covers a distance of 6.7 miles with an ascent and descent of 1000 feet, featuring challenging terrain that includes mud, bogs, and a stream crossi..

The Knacker Cracker is renowned as "Britain's toughest 10k," featuring a challenging route that includes significant elevation changes, with a total ascent of 473m and descent of 335m. Set to take place on January 1, 2025, the race will utilize a new, more difficult course that avoids ecologically s..

The Clowbridge 5k is a running event taking place around the scenic Clowbridge Reservoir, designed to kick off the new year with enthusiasm. Scheduled for January 1, 2025, this race is open to participants aged 11 and older, featuring a fast and flat course with a minimal elevation gain of 25 meters..

The Bell Challenge Day 5, organized by Running Events Devon, invites participants to a scenic running event on January 1, 2025. This 7-hour timed challenge features a 5.3k out-and-back course on a former train line, suitable for all abilities, from walkers to seasoned runners. Participants can compl..

The Aonach Mor Uphill event, organized by Lochaber Athletic Club, takes place on January 1, 2025, at the Nevis Range Ski Centre in Fort William. This challenging uphill race covers a distance of 4 km with a significant climb of 610 meters. Participants must be over 18 and are required to carry or we..

The Hangover Hike, organized by The Irregulars LDWA, is a refreshing way to kick off the New Year with a brisk walk or run. Participants can choose from three circular routes of 10, 17, or 21 miles, all starting and finishing at The Leggers Inn in Dewsbury, West Yorkshire. The event features checkpo..

The Wooler Vertical 1k Feet Trail Race is an exciting challenge event set to take place at The Cheviot Centre in Wooler. Participants will tackle a fully marked out and back route leading to the summit of the historic Humbleton Hill, covering a distance of 4 miles with an ascent of 1000 feet. This e..

The Nine Standards is a classic out-and-back race set in the scenic hills above Kirkby Stephen. Covering a distance of 8 miles (12.9 km) with an elevation gain of 1801 feet (549 m), this event is perfect for runners looking to kick off the new year with a challenge. Participants must adhere to FRA r..

The Giant's Tooth Fell Race is a traditional running event held at the Ogden Water Local Nature Reserve in West Yorkshire, known for its scenic trails and challenging terrain. Covering a distance of 4.8 kilometers (approximately 3 miles), participants face a significant climb to the "tooth" followed..

The El-Brim-Ick Hill Race, organized by the Cosmic Hillbashers Running Club, is set to take place on January 4, 2025. This challenging race covers a distance of 4.25 miles with an ascent of approximately 856 feet, starting from Craibstone Golf Club in Aberdeen. Participants must be 18 or older and a..

The Essex XC Championships is a cross-country running event scheduled for January 4, 2025, at Gloucester Park in Basildon. This competition features a series of challenging multi-lap courses for various age groups, including U11, U13, U15, U17, and senior categories. Participants will compete for in..

The Loch Morlich Running Festival is set to take place on January 4, 2025, in the picturesque Glenmore Forest, offering participants a unique opportunity to kickstart the new year. The festival features two trail courses of 5.6KM and 11.2KM, showcasing stunning views of Loch Morlich and the Cairngor..

The Hardmoors 15 is a challenging running event set for January 4, 2025, featuring a circular route of approximately 15 miles that starts and finishes at Robin Hood’s Bay. The course includes scenic areas such as Boggle Hole and Whitby. With a participant limit of 150, the event has gained popularit..

The Hardmoors 30 is a challenging 30-mile race set in the scenic North York Moors, taking place on January 4, 2025. The route features stunning landscapes, including Robin Hood's Bay, Whitby, Ravenscar, and Cloughton Wyke, and incorporates both the Cleveland Way cliff-top paths and the Cinder Track...

The Walter Raleigh Round Half Marathon is a scenic running event taking place in Budleigh Salterton, celebrating the birthplace of Sir Walter Raleigh. Participants can choose between a half marathon (13.6 miles) and a third marathon (8.7 miles), with the latter avoiding the steepest hill and coastal..