Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

Welcome to the most comprehensive guide to trail races in the UK for 2026-2027! Our curated list features an impressive 2385 trail runs across the enchanting landscapes of Scotland, and Wales. From the iconic trails of London's green outskirts to the rugged terrains near Birmingham, from Glasgow's scenic paths to Liverpool's historic routes, we've got every trail enthusiast covered.

Whether you're a seasoned trail runner looking for your next challenge or a newbie eager to explore the world of off-road running, our calendar is your one-stop solution. Dive deep into the details by searching for a specific location or simply browse through to discover new trail runs. Looking for all running events? Check out the complete Running Calendar United Kingdom on running.life.

A multi-distance trail weekend in East Devon with routes from 25 km to 110 km, GPS live tracking and licensed trail race status. The event includes camping, aid stations and mandatory kit requirements across varied terrain.

Corporate team entries offer multiple distances, branded registration pages, flexible payment or charity funding, and a coastal Isle of Wight route that passes the Needles, Cowes, Ventnor and returns to Chale.

A Silver Ticket backyard ultra at Grove Farm Estate on 1 May 2026 where competitors run repeated 4.167 mile loops each hour until one runner remains. Entry includes on-site camping for the runner and two crew.

Uphill trial races from Fitz Park to Skiddaw with marked courses for Senior and U20 athletes, mandatory mountain safety kit and pre entry only registration.

A 7 hour lap-based time challenge along the River Thames at Wraysbury with flexible self-paced distances from 3 km up to 50 km, signed course, aid stations, medals, goody bags including vegan options, and distance pins for longer efforts.

A multi-distance trail ultra on 2 May 2026 around the Worcestershire Way, with options of 23, 31, 38 or 47 miles. Self-navigation, downloadable GPX and staffed checkpoints support runners while timelord pacers offer route guidance.

A 50 miles trail ultra in the Yorkshire Dales with 2,593 m of ascent, starting and finishing at Malham Showfield. The route follows the Pennine Way and Yorkshire Three Peaks, includes five checkpoints, GPS tracking and an 18 hour cutoff.

A 100 mile continuous Thames Path race from Richmond to Oxford, mostly on groomed trails and riverside paths. The route gains about 1 900 ft, includes aid stations and mandatory kit checks, and must be completed within 30 hours.

Three long distance mountain trail races around the Bannau Brycheiniog starting and finishing in Brecon, offering 100 km, 75 km and marathon distances with substantial ascent and on-course support.

Ultra X Scotland on May 2 2026 stages trail races from 12 km to 110 km across the Scottish Highlands. The event has marked courses, aid stations about every 10 km and UTMB World Series indexing.

Experience an epic guided traverse of the fifteen 3000 foot peaks in Snowdonia. This 48 km mountain run includes 4000 meters of elevation gain across three iconic ranges with full support and logistics provided.

Experience 30 miles of Welsh beauty on a circular route from Llanidloes. This inclusive trail event features 4,356 feet of elevation gain with no time limits and fully stocked checkpoints.

A guided 30 mile trail run near Guildford on 2 May 2026 that follows parts of the North Downs Way and the Greensand Way. Led by an experienced ultra runner and coach, it includes Leith Hill, a kit list and an end of run alcohol free beer.

A 90K UTMB Index 100K race along the Pilgrim Way from North Queensferry to St Andrews Cathedral, with 1,200 m of climbing, a 15 hour limit and an age minimum of 20; field capped at 150 runners.

A three day series across East Grinstead, Haywards Heath and Burgess Hill offering 10 mile, 10k, mile and fun run distances plus combined marathon and virtual options.

Experience a 36 mile ultra distance event through the stunning Esk Walk Valley with 4487 feet of elevation. This circular route starts and finishes in Glaisdale and is open to both runners and walkers.

Trail race at Carding Mill Valley on 2 May 2026 offering a half marathon (13.1 miles) and a full marathon of two laps. Entries are limited to 200 and a virtual option runs during the week of May 4th.

Run Silchester is an annual village trail event offering 2.5, 5 and 7 mile routes that pass a Roman wall, a 12th-century church and woodland. The event raises funds for the Silchester Sports Pavilion Charity and supports a local food pantry..

An outdoor obstacle course in Fife on 2 May 2026 offering 5 km and 10 km options for adults, with supervised teenagers allowed; entry includes a Tec T shirt and finishers medal, plus free parking and event photos.

This annual half marathon takes runners to the Hebridean island of Tiree. The event, which started in 2006, includes a friendly atmosphere and a traditional ceilidh in the evening.

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