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 2338 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.

Ultra-Trail Snowdonia by UTMB is a UTMB World Series trail running event in Llanberis, North Wales from 15 to 17 May 2026. It offers multiple mountain race distances from 25 km to 163 km with significant elevation gain.

A three day outdoors sports festival in Keswick featuring swim, bike, run, hike, triathlon and adventure events alongside live music, speakers and an exhibitor village. Camping and practical event information are provided.

A short village fell race held in mid May as part of the Hayfield May Queen festivities, taking in Lantern Pike over about 2.9 miles and 660 ft of climb. Entry is on the day with fees for seniors and juniors, and FRA youth consent rules app..

An undulating, chip-timed trail 10K in Skellingthorpe on 15 May 2026 organised by Lincoln District Runners. The race had a 300-runner limit, offered medals and goody bags, and is currently listed as full.

A 50k trail ultra in Nottinghamshire starting and finishing at Milestone Brewery & Tap in Cromwell, following footpaths and minor roads through local villages. Checkpoints every 6 to 8 miles, 10 hour cut off, finish with food, tap room acce..

A coastal point-to-point trail event in Suffolk and Essex offering 100 mile, 50 mile and 50 km options with GPS tracking, regular checkpoints and a mandatory kit list. Routes run mostly on soft dirt trail through protected landscapes.

A 50 mile point to point run on the North Downs Way from Farnham to Knockholt Pound with 5,600 ft of climb, six aid stations and a 13 hour limit. Entry requires a prior marathon finish within that race’s cut off.

Trail and trek event along the Jurassic Coast in Dorset with distances from 10 km to 100 km and a full route via Weymouth, Portland Bill, Chesil Beach and West Bay. The course features signed routes, marquee rest stops, GPS tracking, medica..

Three trail races at the Flete Estate in Mothecombe combine private tracks, estuary footpaths and coastal path sections. Distances range from 8.5 to 28.5 miles with marked courses, aid stations, mandatory kit rules and bespoke finishers' me..

Skipton Skedaddle is a trail event from Skipton with distances from 14 to 52.4 miles, visiting Malham Tarn and Gordale Scar. Ultramarathon entrants receive trackers and checkpoints offer food with vegan and gluten free options.

A mountain trail marathon of about 26.2 miles and a separate 10 mile race start and finish at Parkwood Dolygaer in the Brecon Beacons. The marathon has three checkpoints and a six hour cutoff at 20.5 miles; compulsory kit is required for bo..

The Twenty Sixth Compton Downland Challenge in Compton, Berkshire on 16 May 2026 features a full marathon and a 16 mile race with a seven hour time limit; route maps, elevation profiles and videos are provided.

An inflatable obstacle course at Brands Hatch Race Track on Saturday 16 May 2026 with 2.5 km laps and distance options to 15 km, music zones, water stations, on-site parking and charity partners.

Trail running event at Tackeroo Campsite offering 10 km, half marathon and full marathon on 100% off road, figure of eight routes with water stations, distance markers, prizes and free camping.

Trail races at Roadford Lake on 16 May 2026 offer 10.5 km and 5 km laps, with a half marathon run as two laps of the longer course. Kids races for ages 3 to 11 allow adults to run free and entries include chip timing and a finisher medal.

A multi lap running event from The Unicorn Inn in Telford with routes of 8, 16 and 26.2 miles passing Ironbridge Gorge and returning via the Silkin Way. Ales, pub food and event bling are available after the runs.

The Semington Slog on 16 May 2026 features a 10 km and 2 km run from St Georges School. Routes explore the village and Kennet and Avon Canal towpath. Enjoy community activities, refreshments, and prizes.

Sedbergh Fell Race on 16 May 2026 climbs to the summit of Winder and returns to The Showfield in Sedbergh. It includes senior and junior races across several distances and counts as a BOFRA championship counter.

Old County Tops is a Lake District fell race at New Dungeon Ghyll in Great Langdale on 16 May 2026. Expect a long, demanding 59 km mountain course with 3050 m of climb, raced in pairs for a thrilling test of endurance and navigation.

Experience a 5 mile fell race with 1,850 feet of ascent in the Hayfield area. This short distance event is part of the Three Days in May series and requires pre-registration for all runners aged 18 and over.

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