Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2025-2026

Welcome to the most comprehensive guide to trail races in the UK for 2025-2026! Our curated list features an impressive 1299 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.

Tackle a two lap 10 km off road course through Wyre Forest at Callow Hill under torchlight. Canicross allowed, all finishers get medals and top three in each gender earn prizes.

Orienteer on an active Ministry of Defence base at Albemarle Barracks with updated waterproof maps and technical terrain. Multiple courses from Short Green to challenging Blue offer something for all abilities in a rare, exciting setting.

Join EpicTrails 8 km in Milngavie on 13 November 2025 for a guided, headtorch social run along scenic sections of the Clyde Coastal Path and West Highland Way. Groups are small and friendly so all paces are welcome.

KNC 6 at Rusthall Common is a Kent Night Cup score event combining forest, urban and rock features in a 60 minute night challenge. Limited to 40 places and online registration only, so book early for an atmospheric evening orienteering.

Tackle the Punk Panther Wharfedale Skyline on 15 November 2025 across scenic Wharfedale ridges near Otley, Ilkley and Guiseley. Choose half, 20 mile or ultramarathon routes and finish with hearty food and a medal.

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Tackle Snowdonia's rugged Slate Trail with APEX Running in Bangor on 15 and 16 November 2025. Choose a challenging 147 km ultra or a tough 80 km option, both with scenic quarry terrain and full race support.

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Join the New Forest Central Trail Run at Roundhill Campsite for 10km, 17km or 22km routes through ancient woodland and heath. Enjoy undulating gravel trails, roaming ponies and a plastic free event with water, medals and chip timing.

Take on the Wendover Woods 50 on 15 Nov 2025, a 50 mile trail challenge near Aylesbury with about 10,000 ft of climb through beautiful forest terrain. Five 10 mile loops, supported aid stations and a 15 hour limit make for a tough but rewar..

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Run a 10k headtorch trail through frosty Hamsterley Forest under the stars. This intimate, fully marked night race offers technical trails, lights and marshals for a memorable winter adventure.

Challenge yourself at the Litton Birks Fell Race in North Yorkshire on 15 November 2025, a tough 5 km senior course with about 362 m ascent on a new 2024 route. Junior races run from U9 to U17 and race HQ is the Queens Arms pub.

Join the Lobster Lollop in Padstow on 15 November 2025 for a family friendly trail run along the Camel Trail supporting the National Lobster Hatchery. Multiple distances, medals and free race photos make it a fun day for all.

The Burrator Noir is a unique running event featuring a 12-mile night trail run and a 10k road race, set at the picturesque Discovery Centre at Burrator Reservoir. Participants will navigate a diverse trail that includes moorland, rocky pat..

Run forest trails at Margam Country Park on 15 November 2025, choosing from 21 km, 10 km or 5 km routes. Fully marked courses with checkpoints and GPS files; entries include parking, timing, a medal and free photos.

Explore Bath Skyline with day and night 5k and 10k races plus a 500m kids run and dedicated canicross wave on 15 and 16 November. Trail surfaces, glow stick night routes and finishers medals create a scenic family friendly weekend.

Support Movember at Croxteth Park on 15 November 2025 with 1.5k, 5k, 10k and half marathon options on a flat path and trail course, dog and buggy friendly. Event full and entries closed on 7 November 2025.

Tackle the classic Tour of Pendle, a late season fell race across Pendle Hill and moorland offering 27 km and big climbs for experienced, navigationally confident runners. Scenic but stern, it demands full kit and map skills.

Challenge the Beast or Beastier in Bamford on 15 November 2025, two scenic fell races across the Peak District. Bat shaped anticlockwise routes climb Bamford Moor, Bamford Edge and Win Hill for a classic Hope Valley skyline run.

Join Maverick Race at the atmospheric Corfe Castle for the Maverick Exposure Lights Dark Castle on 15 November 2025. Choose from 5K, 10K or 16K off road trails under lights and soak up rugged Dorset scenery.

Join SE Champs Weekend on 15 and 16 November for night and middle orienteering in a largely new area beside Britty Wood, open to all abilities. Expect tough championship courses, friendly atmosphere and on site toilets and refreshments.

Join the AROS weekend relay at Craigmillar Castle Park on Saturday 15 November, where teams of two each run two distinct 2.5 km forest and parkland legs. Fast, social and perfect for clubs or solo runners.