Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

A trail run and walk at Guisborough Rugby Club on Saturday 3 April 2027 supporting Teesside Samaritans. Options include a 10 km walk or run and a half marathon on the official Samaritans Way, with profits donated to the charity.

A 26 miles anti clockwise loop around Allendale, Northumberland, organised by North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team to raise funds. The route crosses Hard Rigg, Black Hill and Kilhope Law and returns via Spartylea, The Drag and Ladlewell.

An annual trail race at the Yorkshire Cycle Hub with a roughly 10 km circular route and 1100 ft ascent, limited to 100 runners; dogs welcome and proceeds support mental health charities.

A single loop 50 km trail race around Arundel and the South Downs with about 3,200 ft of ascent, four aid stations, live GPS tracking and chip timing on a fully marked course through predominantly trail terrain.

A 300km self supported ultra race following Wainwright's Coast to Coast route from St Bees to Robin Hood's Bay. Entries open 1 June 2026; minimum age 18 and a total entry fee of £999 with a non refundable deposit.

A 40 or 50 mile trail ultra along the Testway from Linkenholt to Totton in Southampton, with aid stations every 10 miles, marshals and medical support. A shuttle option is available for an extra £10 and there is a 14 hour cutoff.

A spring running and walking festival in the Shropshire Hills with off road distances from 10 km to 80 km. Events raise funds for the Grow Cook Learn charity and feature varied trail terrain and staffed checkpoints serving local food.

Coastal multi terrain races on the South West Coast Path with a 50 km ultra from Kingswear to Shaldon and a 13.1 mile half marathon from Preston Green to Shaldon. Both routes use marked coastal trails, have aid stations and mandatory kit re..

A trail running event at Stanmer Park on the South Downs Way with three routes from 5 km to 21 km, varied terrain, marked and timed courses, refuelling outposts, and on-site services including photography and a finishers medal.

A canal side running festival on 4 April 2027 along the Rochdale Canal offering races from 5 km to 100 km, with aid stations, chip timing, optional transport and prize categories.

An obstacle run at Normanby Hall Country Park featuring water, mud, sand, crawl nets and horse jumps. Offers 5 km and 10 km waves plus a junior bale jumper for children aged 4 to 11.

A 42km off road marathon from Stanmer Park across the South Downs to a finish on Hove Lawns. The route includes Ditchling Beacon and joins the Brighton Marathon for the final 6km.

An 8.6 mile multi terrain race around Trawsfynydd Lake on mixed tarmac and trails with 175 m ascent, chip timed and marshalled. Proceeds support South Snowdonia Search and Rescue; open to athletes aged 17 and over.

A circular half marathon through Thetford Forest on mixed hard-packed and forest trails, traffic free and cupless with water refill points. Manual timing, professional photography, podium trophies and an optional eco friendly finisher medal..

A 55 km ultra following Wainwright's coast to coast route from Kirkby Stephen to Richmond, passing the Nine Standards and Swaledale. The event emphasizes adventure and self sufficiency and has a minimum age of 18.

Trail running in quieter parts of Whinlatter forest on 4 April 2027 with two marked, chip timed routes. Dogs are allowed on suitable harnesses and GPX files are available.

Moors Traverse 2027 is an 80 km coast to coast ultra on 4 April following Wainwrights route from Ingleby Cross to Robin Hoods Bay. The event emphasises self sufficiency and crosses the northern edge of the North York Moors.

Trail runs at Bramham Park in April 2027 offer 5km, 10km and a Half Marathon across estate woodland. The event allows one controlled dog per runner and uses live chip timing for results.

An official backyard ultra at West Benridge Farm featuring a repeating 4.167 mile loop completed each hour, plus a festival-style HQ with DJs, food and coffee as the race continues until one Last Standing remains.

A mixed-terrain race day on 10 April 2027 at Remenham Farm, Henley-on-Thames, offering a half marathon, 10K and junior out-and-back along the River Thames.