Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

A circular trail race around Otley following the Welcome Way with distances from 13 miles to 50 miles. The event uses trackers for ultrarunners, has mandatory kit requirements and registration at Otley Cricket Club.

A coastal trail run in Swanage, Dorset on 14 March 2026 offering three distances, coastal views to Corfe Castle and a vintage train return. Chip timed with finisher medals, on-course refreshments and marshals.

A trail running event at Matterley Basin, Winchester on 14 March 2026 offering three routes from 5 km to 24 km across South Downs trails, with outposts, free parking and a reusable cup policy.

Take on the scenic 33 miles along the old Deeside Railway from Duthie Park to Banchory and back in the Deeside Way Ultra on 14 March 2026. Limited to 200 runners, this Scottish trail challenge offers river views, support stations, and a fri..

Blakey Blitz on 14 March 2026 is a tough 16.8 km moorland race near Whitby with 855 m of climb and sweeping North York Moors views. Fast, scenic and ideal for experienced fell runners looking for a proper challenge.

Take on the scenic Chicken Run in Hayfield, Peak District, with two route options over challenging fell terrain. Friendly community vibe, cakes and refreshments at the school, and proceeds support Hayfield Primary School.

Join the Polruan Shuffle on 14 March 2026, a scenic 12 mile coastal point to point from East Looe to Polruan along Cornwall's cliffs. Expect hills, steps, a feed at Talland Bay, live GPS tracking and finisher medals.

Tough paired trail run across Dartmoor from the East Dart Inn in Postbridge, covering about 21 km with rugged climbs and sweeping moorland views. The third race in the Winter Pairs series, it is limited to 35 pairs and is pre entry only.

An AS-category fell race by Keswick Athletic Club in the Lake District, covering 7.2 km with 543 m of ascent to Causey Pike. The route includes marked summit sections and three marshal points, and full FRA kit plus a base layer is mandatory..

Scenic trail races at Leighton Hall include a flowing 10k through farmland and reedbeds and a 21k half marathon with estuary and Lake District views. Earlybird places are limited and dogs are not permitted.

A starlit night trail at Arlington Court in North Devon, organised by Ilfracombe Running Club, with 6 km and 12 km loop options. Mandatory headtorch and trail shoes, age limits apply, and a 50 minute first-loop cut off for the 12 km.

Join the Glenariff Mountain Race Spud Run in County Antrim on Saturday 14 March 2026, a 9.3 km route with roughly 400 m climb. Mountain conditions mean mandatory Level B kit so come prepared for rugged trails and stunning views.

A fell race in the Dee Valley of just over 6 miles with about 2100 ft of ascent, finishing near Moel y Gamelin at 1893 ft. Race HQ is at the Conquering Hero in Rhewl and the event is run under WFRA rules.

A self navigation trail at The Museum of Power offering 6.3 or 3.4 miles on mainly off road footpaths and tracks. There are no markings or marshalls and each entrant receives a narrative and a cafe voucher.

Trail races starting and finishing outside Alnwick Castle with 10km and half marathon routes through Hulne Park, Priory and castle grounds. Live chip timing, free parking and a donation from entries support NE Youth.

Run beneath the Sherwood Forest canopy on undulating multi terrain trails at Sherwood Pines, with 20 mile, half marathon, 10k and junior distances for every runner. Organised by Nice Work with bespoke medals, free photos and a Racecheck Gol..

Three new waymarked routes around the North Downs and Greensand Ridge near Sevenoaks on 15 March 2026 with indoor checkpoints and food at the finish. The event has a 225 place limit and is currently operating a waiting list.

Run the DirtRun Wyre Wizard Trail at Wyre Forest on 15 March 2026, choosing the Half Marathon 13 miles or Super Seven 7.6 miles through ancient trees and rolling trails. Expect marshals, race timing and a special finishers medal.

Join the Dashing Dog Charity Run in March at Dare Valley Country Park for a scenic 7 hour time challenge from 3 km to ultra. Run on well kept trails with aid stations and free parking while supporting local dog rehoming charities.

Classic fell race over 6.5 miles and 260 m ascent across Pennine moorland, with stream crossings, boggy trods and a climb up Pule Hill. Join Holmfirth Harriers at Marsden Cricket Club on 15 March 2026 for a muddy, scenic challenge.