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 2110 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.

Looped trail event in Masham on 5 July 2026 offering 3 hour and 6 hour options where runners complete as many laps as they can within the time limit. Trail and road terrain, feed stations, marshals, a bespoke medal and post race treats.

A course-marked mountain race from Patterdale covering 57 km with 3700 m ascent, featuring ridge running, Striding and Swirral Edges, and GPS tracking. Entry requires a minimum age of 19 and the event awards ITRA/UTMB points.

A technical *28 km* skyrace with 2700 m of ascent around Helvellyn near Patterdale on 17 July 2027. The route includes hands on rock sections and scrambling and requires demonstrated mountain and climbing experience to enter.

A 125 km waymarked loop following the Pewsey Vale Circular walk with about 1902 m ascent and GPX files provided. Checkpoints appear roughly every 25 km, there is a 24 hour cut off, and camping is available at Linkenholt Activity Center.

Overnight 12-hour running event on a flat **3.21 Mile** circuit around Wath Manvers Lake with a clubhouse offering toilets, showers, food, bag drop and included parking. Camping is available for an extra fee.

A 13.5 mile trail race on Lundy Island that traverses coastal and cliff-top trails. Raceboat entries include a day return ferry; non Raceboat entrants must arrange their own travel. Mandatory kit and a 3.75 hour time limit apply.

Beacons Way offers two supported ultramarathon options, 100 km and 100 Mile, in the United Kingdom on 24 to 25 July 2027. It is part of the Ultra Great Britain Race Series and includes live online GPS tracking.

The Ogwen | Yr Helgi Du will take place in Capel Curig on Saturday 24 July 2027. You can run between 15 and 40 kilometers.

A summer running festival at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens on 25 July 2027 offering 10K and Half Marathon routes, chip timing, kilometre markers, a themed medal and free race photos in support of Northern Ireland Hospice.

August 2027

Scottish 6 Days Perthshire 2027 is a five day forest orienteering event in Highland Perthshire from 1 to 6 August 2027, marking the 50th anniversary. It features varied terrain, age class and colour coded courses plus rest day activities.

A fully supported, waymarked 100 mile ultramarathon from Glamis Castle to Stirling Castle held 28–30 August 2027, with staffed pit stops, professional medical cover, bag transport and a 48 hour completion window.

A trail running event from Pelican Park Recreation Ground using the TransPennine Trail toward Hornsea. Flat, well-signed courses with feed stations about every three miles and a range of distances from 5k to marathon.

A coastal double marathon event on 28-29 August 2027 starting in Berwick upon Tweed and finishing in North Berwick. Routes include 84 km, 42 km and a 10 mile option with signed trails, GPS tracking, staffed rest stops, catering and camping.

September 2027

A mixed-terrain trail event along the Thames at Remenham Farm on 4 September 2027, offering a half marathon, a 10K and a junior race for under 11s with chip timing and themed medals.

A guided, hilly 30 mile trail run along the Jurassic Coast and Isle of Purbeck with coastal landmarks, group pacing and on-route guidance from an experienced ultra runner. Entry includes pre-run information and a possible alcohol free beer..

Guided 10 km trail run around Silent Pool near Guildford, following parts of the North Downs Way and Netley Heath forest. Sessions run at dusk or at night with headtorches in a led group and a recommended pace of about 10 min per mile.

Timed loop event at Tehidy Woods on 11 September 2027 where runners cover laps of a 4 mile circuit within chosen durations. Categories run for 3, 6, 9 or 12 hours and the most laps in each category wins.

An eight hour loop event at Rivington Pike where participants run as many 5 km laps as they can on a mixed road and trail course with about 204 m ascent per lap. Results record laps, distance and time and every finisher gets a medal.

An 8-hour looped running event at Rother Valley Country Park where participants complete as many 5 km laps as they can. Results list laps, total distance and time, and all finishers receive a medal.

An 81 mile circular ultra on the historic Bunyan Trail in Bedfordshire with a 24 hour time limit and fully waymarked route. The event includes seven stocked aid stations, drop bag service, medical support and live tracking; finishers within..

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