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 2282 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 mixed paths running event in the Ironbridge area offering 8 mile, 16 mile and marathon options. Fancy dress is recommended and one lap measures eight miles.

The National Forest Way Ultra will take place in Burton upon Trent on Saturday 6 June 2026.

Trail races in the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) offering Marathon and Half Marathon distances plus bergen versions with a 45 lb pack. Routes run on mountain trails with substantial ascent and finishers receive medals and mugs of tea.

A waymarked 100 km point to point trail along the Northumberland coast from Bamburgh to Tynemouth Priory. The event includes six feed stations, medical cover, runner tracking and a 24 hour cut off.

A 32 mile single-lap road ultra around Dartmoor from Princetown with significant hills, a 275 runner limit and a 6 hour 45 minute cut off. The event includes aid stations, bespoke medals, technical t-shirts, post-race food and on-site facil..

Pen Y Ghent opens the Yorkshire Dales Classics with an AM mountain course of about 12.2 km and 500 m climb around Horton in Ribblesdale. The race follows open footpaths, is run under FRA rules with mandatory kit and has a 350 runner limit.

Take on the classic Ennerdale Horseshoe in the Lake District, a tough 23 mile fell race with big ascent and stunning mountain scenery. Entries are limited and on the day places may be available, creating a competitive scenic challenge.

A 24-hour relay at Wasing Park, Reading on 6–7 June 2026 with Solo, Pair, and Team entries on an 8 km trail lap, event camping and an event village, plus charity entry options and tiered team pricing.

A flagged 13.2 mile trail race on Saturday 6 June 2026 with over 2,000 feet of ascent along the Dalesway and Mastiles Lane; proceeds support Wharfedale RUFC and clubhouse facilities.

Backyard Ultra at Chilton Manor Farm in Chilton Candover is a private, sold out backyard ultra on a 6.706 km loop around Godsfield Copse. Runners repeat a 4.16666 mile lap each hour until only one runner completes the next lap.

A Scottish Athletics affiliated *10 km* trail race in Killearn on 6 June 2026, run over mixed surfaces with about 310 ft of elevation. Entries include a technical t-shirt or vest and official bib transfers are allowed until 31 March 2026.

The ONER is an 85-mile (circa 140 km) continuous coastal ultramarathon along the Jurassic Coast with a 30-hour cutoff. The route runs from near Charmouth to Shell Bay, Studland, and includes a full circumnavigation of Portland.

Trail running around Coniston Water from Coniston Sports and Social Club, with marked, marshalled courses of 10 km and 16 km. The event village offers food, live music and on-course water stations while medics and marshals provide support.

A 50 mile linear ultramarathon across the South Pennines from Marsden to Ilkley that visits six carved Stanza Stones and passes through Haworth. The route features high moorland and valley sections with live tracking and indoor checkpoints.

A medium distance fell race of 10 miles with about 2200 ft of ascent near Larne. The course starts and finishes at Cairncastle Primary School and combines road, fells and coastal sections with several checkpoints and limited route marking.

Run laps through Denbies Wine Estate in the Fire Horse Run, a timed off road challenge on an undulating 5.3 km loop with distances from 5 km to ultra. Pick as many laps as you like within a seven hour window for a flexible, scenic race day.

A looped forest ultra of ten 5.5 km laps totaling 55 km, Dalby's Inferno raises funds for Scarborough and Ryedale Mountain Rescue team and includes event entry plus two nights camping and basic onsite facilities.

A circular long-distance run or walk of around 46 miles through Cambridgeshire, visiting former RAF Pathfinder Force airbases. Participants may enter solo or as a team relay; the entry includes a course booklet, event t-shirt and finisher m..

A 27 km mountain race along the Trotternish Ridge from Flodigary to Storr Lochs, with about 2000 m of ascent and unmarked navigation between checkpoints. Entries are limited and the event follows Scottish Hill Runners kit rules.

A non competitive summer run on 6 June 2026 from BrewDog Castlegate to BrewDog DogTap in Ellon, with an alternative start at Dyce for a shorter route. Two drink stations, bag transport and a medal with a goody bag are included.

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