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 1922 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.

A flexible 7-hour trail run along the scenic River Wear in Durham. Choose your own distance, from 3km to an ultra marathon, on a flat, signed course. All finishers receive a themed medal and refreshments.

Enjoy a flexible timed trail run along the River Wear with stunning views of Durham Cathedral. Complete as many laps as you like over seven hours with full support and a themed medal for all finishers.

Join the Castleton Great Ridge Race on 22 May 2026 in the Peak District for a scenic but challenging 9.2 km route with 427 m of climb over dramatic ridgelines. Open to adults 18 and over with online and on the day entry available.

A new orienteering race in Canterbury featuring 5 mile and 5k courses through historic landmarks. Designed as a running event with easy navigation, it offers live results, prizes, and additional weekend races.

Experience an evening fell race through ancient landscapes and modern turbines with views of Carsington Water. This 9.5 km event features steep hills, a downhill finish, and post race refreshments at the village pavilion.

Experience a 32 mile point to point trail ultra through East Lancashire visiting four unique hilltop art installations. This scenic route across the South Pennines combines industrial heritage with over 4700 feet of climbing.

Experience the South East of England with a point to point trail race through the South Downs National Park. Choose from four distances that cross the white cliffs of Beachy Head to finish in Eastbourne.

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Traverse the North and South Downs on a scenic journey from London to the Brighton coast. This supported event offers multiple distances from 25km to 100km for walkers, joggers, and runners alike.

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The Skye Trail Ultra is a 79-mile journey across Scotland's Isle of Skye on the unmarked Skye Trail. The point-to-point race has 7 checkpoints and a 27-hour limit, requiring self-navigation and a strong background in mountain running. Entry..

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Experience a multi distance festival featuring solo and relay races from 10 to 100 miles. Run through the historic Grimsthorpe Castle Estate on a scenic ten mile loop including woodland trails and lakeside paths.

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Experience a 110 mile single stage ultramarathon along the dramatic Cleveland Way National Trail. Run through the North York Moors and the Heritage coastline from Filey to Helmsley with a 36 hour time limit.

Experience a premier 28 km fell race featuring seven mountain summits and technical terrain on a rugged Scottish island. This event is a true test of endurance and traditional navigation skills for experienced hill runners.

The Fox Trail offers three distances, from 20 km to 62 km, through the Surrey countryside. All races start at different points but finish together in Godalming. The event has rolling aid stations and a generous 11-hour cutoff.

This point-to-point trail half marathon winds through the South Downs National Park from Eastbourne. Runners experience a mix of grass trails, forest paths, and coastal views over Beachy Head. The event includes timing, photos, and a finish..

Take on a 26.2 mile trail run through the historic Bedford ironworks and diverse forest terrain in Bridgend. This exclusive event is limited to 60 participants and features fully marked paths with five support stations.

Experience an iconic non-stop 145 mile ultramarathon along the historic Grand Union Canal from Birmingham to London. This flat course through urban and rural scenery offers a generous 45 hour cut-off for all participants.

Challenge yourself on a 25.5 km former SAS training route in the Howgill Fells. Choose between weighted, running, or walking categories and tackle 1500m of elevation gain with full safety support.

Join Kirkhill 8 on 23 May 2026 for a scenic 4.3 mile trail loop in Kirkhill Forest that you can repeat over an eight hour window to chase distances from marathon to 50 miles. Limited to 100 places, this friendly, inclusive event fills fast.

Run coast to coast across Cornwall on historic copper transport routes. This 11.5-mile trail from Portreath to Devoran Quay offers a scenic point-to-point journey with no cut-off time. Participants receive a medal, and there's an optional s..

Experience a traditional 11.2km fell race with 400m of ascent across Hutton Roof Crags. This navigation based event features mandatory checkpoints, junior races, and a local country fair atmosphere.