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 1321 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.

The Ross on Wye 10K Riverbank Run is a popular running event held in Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, featuring chip-timed 10K and 5K races along with a family fun run. The course is flat and multi-terrain, running alongside the scenic River Wye, incorporating river paths with grass and mud sections. The..

The 12th ERN LP Run, organized by the Edinburgh Running Network, takes place at Meadowmill Sports Centre near Tranent, Scotland. This unique track event challenges participants to run as many laps as possible within 33 minutes and 20 seconds, inspired by the speed of a 12” LP vinyl record. Runners s..

The Southampton Running Festival August 2025, organized by RunThrough UK, takes place on Sunday, August 31, 2025, at Southampton Common, a scenic and ecologically significant green space in the city center. The event offers multiple race distances including 5K, 10K, half marathon, and a junior race,..

The Crowden Horseshoe Fell Race will take place in Crowden on Sunday 31 August 2025.

September 2025

The Montane Dragon's Back Race® is a legendary and grueling 6-day ultra running event held annually in Wales each September. Covering approximately 380 kilometers with 16,400 meters of ascent, the race follows the mountainous spine of Wales from Conwy Castle to Cardiff Castle. Known as one of the wo..

The Muker Show Fell Race is a challenging fell running event held near Muker, located on the B6270 between Richmond and Kirkby Stephen in the UK. The race covers approximately 1.4 miles (2.25 km) with a climb of 550 feet (170 meters). The course features a unique route that includes running down to..

The Clowbridge 5k is a trail running event held near Clowbridge Reservoir, off the Pennine Bridleway in Burnley, UK. The course is a fast and flat 5-kilometer route with just 25 meters of elevation, consisting of two laps around the reservoir on a trail path. It is open to participants aged 11 and o..

The Hades Hill Fell Race, organized by Rochdale Harriers & A.C., is a challenging 8 km (5 miles) fell running event held near Whitworth, UK. The course features a tough uphill start, followed by a rolling route over Brown Wardle, Middle Hill, and Hades Hill, finishing on a field above the start line..

The 2nd Galloping Grind 10k Trail Run takes place in Boreham, Essex, offering a challenging 10-kilometer course predominantly run anti-clockwise through scenic orchards and trails. This dusk race encourages participants to wear high-visibility or reflective clothing for safety. Limited onsite parkin..

The Dee Way 120 is an ultra-distance running event that spans approximately 120 miles along the scenic River Dee, from Llanwchllyn to Prestatyn. Participants can choose between the full race or a shorter 60-mile option, which starts at Corwen. The event features a 50-hour time limit for the 120-mile..

The Ickworth Sunset Chase is a scenic running event held at Ickworth Park, a National Trust estate near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. Offering 5K and 10K distances, the race starts at sunset, guiding runners through landscaped parkland, meadows, forests, and rolling countryside. The course features mult..

The Joust 12hr & 24hr is an off-road endurance race held at Top Barn Campsite, Worcestershire (WR6 6NH). The event features a 24-hour race (J24) and a 12-hour 50-mile challenge (J12), with the J24 open to solo runners, pairs, and teams, while the J12 is for solo competitors only. The course is a rou..

The The Great Kinder Barrel Race will take place in Edale on Saturday 6 September 2025. You can run 6 kilometers.

The Yr Wyddfa Ultra 100 is a challenging 102-mile ultramarathon held in Snowdonia National Park, Wales, featuring 5,788 meters of ascent across stunning mountainous terrain. The race starts and finishes in Betws-y-Coed and includes 10 well-supported checkpoints offering refreshments and medical aid...

One Foot in the Gargrave is a 23-mile walk or run event starting from Gargrave Village Hall in Skipton, North Yorkshire, set in the scenic Malhamdale area. The route passes through picturesque locations including Kirkby Malham, Street Gate, Boss Moor, and Eshton. Participants must complete the cours..

The Enchanted Ultra 50K is a challenging ultra-marathon held in the rugged Cheviot Hills near Wooler, United Kingdom. Covering 50 kilometers, the race features a diverse and demanding course through ancient forests, bogs, and moorlands, including iconic landmarks like Yeavering Bell and the summit o..

The Ben Nevis Race is an annual hill running event held in Fort William, Scotland, featuring a challenging ascent and descent of Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain at 4,409 feet. The race starts and finishes at New Town Park, Claggan, Fort William, attracting up to 600 participants who must be me..

The Scammonden (50 miles) is an ultra trail running event organized by Heights Ultra Trail, starting and finishing at Colne Valley High School in Linthwaite, Huddersfield. The circular 50-mile course features a mix of wonderful trails, open moorland, and stunning vistas, with waymarked sections and..

The Groovy Kinder Love & Groovy Baby Love is a fell running event held in Hayfield, UK, starting from the Scout Hut on Swallow House Lane. Scheduled for September 6, 2025, it features two race options: the Groovy Kinder Love, a challenging 24.5 km (15.2 miles) course with 1270 m of climb, and the Gr..

The Heights Ultra Trail (HUT) is a trail running event held in the scenic Colne and Holme valleys in Kirklees, West Yorkshire, near the Peak District National Park. The event offers multiple distances including a 50-mile ultra, a 50km ultra, a 27km run, and a 10km race, all featuring approximately 9..