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 1365 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 Ranger Ultras High Peak Ultra is a challenging trail running event held in Derbyshire, UK, featuring two distance options: 70km and 100km. The course retraces the historic Cromford and High Peak Railway, starting from Whaley Bridge and passing through scenic areas including the Goyt Valley, Buxt..

The Ranger Ultras High Peak HP18km Trail Run is an 18-kilometer trail running event held in the Peak District, starting and finishing at Whaley Bridge Uniting Church in Derbyshire, UK. The course features a mix of fast trails and challenging ascents, covering a total ascent of 488 meters, and offers..

The Tentsmuir Forest 8-hour Challenge, organized by NU Limits Running, is an endurance running event held in Tayport, United Kingdom. Participants aim to complete as many 4.366-mile loops as possible within an 8-hour time limit on trail paths around Tentsmuir Forest, featuring 85 feet of ascent per..

The Carsington Water Half Marathon & 10k, held on October 18, 2025, takes place at the scenic Carsington Water in Ashbourne, UK. The event features an undulating trail route around the reservoir, offering stunning countryside views. The half marathon is an out-and-back course plus one full loop of t..

The Chopwell Moon Runner is a 10k head torch trail race held in Chopwell Woodland Park, Gateshead. This unique night-time event offers runners a magical experience through 360 hectares of mixed woodland, featuring well-marked footpaths, forest trails, and bridleways with occasional views of woodland..

The Autumn 100 is a 100-mile continuous trail race held in the twin villages of Goring and Streatley on the River Thames in South East England. The course forms a cross shape, consisting of four 25-mile out-and-back sections along the Ridgeway and Thames Path National Trails. Runners face a mix of 2..

The Gatliff Marathon is an annual challenge event held at Edenbridge Cricket Club in Kent, UK, featuring 25km and 50km distances. Participants can walk, jog, or run mostly on footpaths and tracks through the scenic countryside of Kent, Surrey, and Sussex. The course varies each year, with route deta..

The Punk Panther Dales Dazzler is a challenging trail running event held in Skipton, UK, starting at Skipton Auction Mart. Scheduled for October 18, 2025, it offers multiple distances: half marathon (13 miles), 20 miles, 34 miles, and an ultra 50-mile race. The scenic course explores the Yorkshire D..

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The Ultra Tour Yorkshire Dales (UTYD) is a challenging trail running event held in the scenic Yorkshire Dales, starting and finishing in Grassington village. It offers multiple distances: 100K, 50K, 25K, and a new 100K relay option. The 100K race features nearly 3,000 meters of ascent, traversing ic..

The Dukeries 10 is an annual trail running event held in Walesby, Newark, Nottinghamshire. The race features a scenic, near-flat circular route of approximately 10.8 miles (11 miles due to a diversion) on well-marked paths with marshals and additional signage, ensuring no navigation is required. The..

The Dramathon is a unique trail running event held in the scenic Speyside region of Scotland, featuring marathon, half-marathon, 10K, and relay race options. The courses follow the Speyside Way, starting at various distilleries such as Glenfarclas, Tamdhu, and Aberlour, and all finishing at Glenfidd..

The Amberaid 30 Trail Race and Petit Raid are trail running events held in the Amber Valley, Derbyshire, near the eastern edge of the Peak District. The Amberaid 30 is a challenging 31-mile ultra trail run featuring undulating countryside paths, punchy climbs, engaging descents, expansive views, and..

Loggerheads Autumn Trails is an exciting running event featuring longer versions of popular 5k and 10k races, set in the scenic Loggerheads Country Park. Participants can choose from a 14k race, which consists of two loops of a 7k course, or a 7k Canicross discipline, welcoming runners of all abilit..

The Maverick Jurassic Coast 2025 is a trail running event held in Corfe Castle, Dorset, along the scenic Isle of Purbeck and part of the renowned 95-mile Jurassic Coast. Participants can choose from four distances: Ultra (102 km), Long (54 km), Middle (24 km), and Short (12 km), each featuring chall..

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The Forest of Dean Ultra Marathon will take place in Coleford on Saturday 18 October 2025. You can run 34 miles.

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The High Lodge Half Marathon – Autumn is a scenic 13.1-mile trail race held in Thetford Forest, Brandon, UK. The circular course features a mix of hard-packed sand, grassy footpaths, and forest trails, offering a varied terrain suitable for both road runners and trail enthusiasts. Participants enjoy..

The Tideswell Terminator is an 11.1 km (6.9 miles) BM fell race held in Tideswell, UK, starting and finishing at Bishop Pursglove Primary School. The course features scenic routes through Litton, Cressbrook Dale, and the striking Peters Stone area. Runners face two significant climbs, including a ch..

The Four Reservoirs Ultra Trail Run, held in Shotley Bridge near Consett, County Durham, offers two distances: a challenging 53km ultra and a new 25km trail run. The scenic circular 53km route passes four reservoirs—Waskerley, Smiddy Shaw, Hisehope, and Derwent—traversing moorlands, woodlands, and f..

The White Horse Gallop is a challenging approximately 12K off-road race held near Westbury, Wiltshire. The course runs along bridle paths and the Imber Range, offering runners close views of the iconic Westbury White Horse. This event is part of the Wiltshire Off Road Race League and is open to runn..

The Dalemain 10km Trail Run is a scenic two-lap trail race held around the Dalemain Mansion Estate in Penrith, UK. Organized by the Rotary Club of Penrith, the event supports 4Eden and other local charities. The 10km race is open to participants aged 15 and over, with medals awarded to all finishers..