Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

Experience a scenic 35 mile ultra marathon from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island. Following the National Cycle Route 8 to the coast, this four yearly event offers a unique journey through the landscapes of South Wales.

Trail races around Temple Newsam run through open country, gardens and woodland, with four looped distances, regular feed stations and a bespoke finishers' medal.

Circular trail races from Swainby Village Hall with 7 mile and 16 mile options through moorland and forest. Marked routes, feed stations, checkpoints and downloadable GPS files.

A scenic trail half marathon in Seaford on 19 April 2026 that links the seafront with the South Downs and features undulating terrain and climbs. Surplus funds support local charities and entrants receive a medal, water stations and finish..

Experience a trail running festival at Billingford Fishing Lakes & Country Park with distances ranging from 5k to Ultra. Enjoy a variety of terrains, finishers medals, and celebratory refreshments in a scenic park setting.

Martley Madness is a 10-mile trail and country lane race through the Worcestershire countryside. The undulating route features woodland, Rodge Hill, and part of the Worcestershire Way. All finishers get a medal and celebratory cake at the f..

A new trail race by Heart & Soul Racing Limited at Blackton Grange Estate on 19 April 2026, offering 10 km and half marathon routes across moors, dams and rugged trails in the North Pennines.

An 8.6 mile multi terrain race around Trawsfynydd lake in Snowdonia, chip timed and limited to 400 runners. Proceeds support the volunteer South Snowdonia Search and Rescue team; open to athletes aged 17 and over.

A charity off road trail run in Findon on 19 April 2026 offering 10 km, canicross, 5 mile and a 2 km kids race. The course climbs to Cissbury Ring then follows Monarchs Way to Nepcote Green and finishes at Wattle House.

A guided trail run of about 14 km on forest tracks in a quiet area between Bala and Lake Vyrnwy. The event includes group stops to enjoy the views and entry options for standard tickets and certain OutFit members.

An 11 km fell race in the Lake District held at Dean Barwick Primary School on Sun 19 Apr 2026. Entry is on the day with a flagged route, UK Athletics insurance in place and refreshments available.

Run a scenic 10K trail through the Ainsdale National Nature Reserve. The wooded course includes a climb up the highest dune peak before the finish. All finishers get a medal, and proceeds support local charities.

Join the Gartmorn Trail Race in Alloa for a scenic 10 km loop around woodland paths and Gartmorn Dam. A shorter 3 km junior race is also available for ages 8-15. The event features post race refreshments and prizes.

A trail running festival at Cannock Chase Forest on 19 April 2026 offering Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and a junior race, with chip timing, photos and a themed medal. The event supports Midlands Air Ambulance Charity.

Timed lap event at Buchan Country Park on 19 April 2026 with 5.3 km laps to create distances from 5 km up to ultra within a 7 hour limit. Runners may choose one of twelve medals or a lower cost no medal entry.

A coastal race on 19 April 2026 from South Shields Pier to Roker Pier, about 7 miles along cliff paths past Marsden Rock and Souter Lighthouse. Entries open 2 February with separate fees for UKA registered and non registered runners.

Experience a unique trail half marathon through the LodeStar festival fields. This off road race features chip timing and water stations while raising vital funds for local charity.

A community running event on 19 April 2026 in the Chiltern Hills with timed 5km and 10km races plus a children's Run in Colour. Routes use mixed terrain and include access to the Wormsley Estate with facilities at Ibstone Common.

An 8 miles trail race on 19 April 2026 around Wooler, Northumberland, starting and finishing at Ad Gefrin Distillery. The marked route climbs Yeavering Bell Hill and follows St Cuthbert's Way back to the distillery; dogs are not allowed.

Trail race in Castlemilk on 19 April 2026 offering a just over 10 km route and a shorter 6 km option through deciduous woodlands, with waymarked trails, a water station, volunteer marshals and finish snacks.