Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

A 33 miles trail race around Chesterfield and North East Derbyshire following much of the Chesterfield Round Walk. The route is largely unmarked but supported with GPX files, staffed checkpoints with food and water, and medic cover.

Discover Goring Gap Trails near Reading in early May 2026, offering scenic trail challenges from a 6 mile walk with a river boat crossing to 52K and 50 mile ultras. Multi day camping adds a relaxed festival vibe for runners and walkers alik..

A Welsh trail event offering a 100-mile loop from Abergavenny and a 100 km route from Talgarth to Abergavenny, both following Offa’s Dyke, Cambrian Way and Beacons Way across mountain terrain.

Canicross at Dodd Wood with scenic views across Bassenthwaite Lake. Two marked, chip timed routes of 5K and 8K are offered and most wide trails allow two dogs per runner.

Three circular routes in and around the Colne Valley on Saturday 9 May 2026. Options of 26, 23 and 18 miles are offered and the event now includes a full marathon, with start and finish at Marsden Parochial Hall.

A rugged 55 mile circular trail across Perthshire with 2,250 metres of ascent and UTMB qualifying points. Self sufficient race starts and finishes at Gulabin Lodge, ending with a dramatic climb to An Lairig Pass and stunning views.

Run scenic canal towpaths and parkland at the Cottam Canter at UCLAN Sports Arena on Saturday 9 May 2026. Choose 5K to ultra and enjoy lake views, canal locks, free parking, a bespoke medal and post run refreshments.

A timed 20 km coast path trail from Portreath beach to Perranporth along the North Cornwall coast, with one stocked checkpoint at St Agnes Head. Optional canicross entry and return minibus available, all participants receive a medal.

A 35 mile trail running event on the Kintyre Way from Tayinloan to Campbeltown on 9 May 2026. Waymarked route with GPS tracking, drop-bag service, finish showers and massage, with solo and relay entry options.

A 40 miles linear walk from Avebury to Streatley on 9 May 2026, following the ancient Ridgeway across chalk downlands. Checkpoints, refreshments and a finishing certificate are provided for those who complete the course.

A self-navigated trail run around Delph of about 18 to 19 miles with roughly 3000 ft of ascent, visiting five trig points and using footpaths including parts of the Pennine Way. The unmarked course has three manned checkpoints and mandatory..

A series of off-road and fell races in the Preseli hills around Maenclochog, Wales, with distances from 10.8 miles to about 52 km. Routes use upland ridges, wooded valleys and varied terrain and have feed stations roughly every five miles.

A multi-loop trail ultramarathon in Church Stretton on May 9 2026 offering choices from 10 to 50 miles across four distinct loops with over 10,000 ft of climbing if all are completed. Central HQ provides long buffet and timed support.

A point to point fell event on 9 May 2026 from Castleshaw Centre, following an anticlockwise route to five trig points across the South Pennines. Around 19 miles with about 3000 feet of ascent and three manned checkpoints.

Take on The Tour of Bradwell The Other Half, a challenging fell race in the Peak District starting and finishing at Bradwell Sports Club. Expect a long high ground route with big climbs and a lively mass start atmosphere.

A 22.5 km fell race around Pendle with 1250 m of ascent across rough moor and steep climbs. The AL category event requires full FRA mandatory kit, uses checkpoint cut offs, and registers at Downham Village Hall.

Take on the classic Fairfield Horseshoe fell race in the Lake District on 9 May 2026, starting and finishing at Rydal Hall. This scenic but demanding 14.5 km course climbs 914 m, offering epic views and a tough fell running challenge.

Challenge the Welsh Three Peaks: Snowdon, Cadair Idris and Pen y Fan across about 17 miles of rugged mountain scenery. Join guided events with transport and support or attempt a self organised challenge on public dates in 2026 and 2027.

Join the Saltire Trail Races in Athelstaneford on Saturday 9 May 2026 for scenic 2 km, 5 km and 10 km farm trails at Kilduff Farm. Family friendly fun and village fair treats raise funds for Athelstaneford Primary School.

Cressbrook Crawl on Saturday 9 May 2026 invites runners to tackle the Peak District in a 10.5 km fell race with 400 m of climb from Cressbrook Club. Pre entry is required, so sign up early for a scenic and gritty hill challenge.