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 2295 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 fully waymarked 42 km trail race around Grasmere and nearby valleys with 1905 metres of ascent, on-course drink stations, mandatory kit checks and tracker hire. Finishers receive a locally made Langdale slate medal and cake.

Settle Saunter is an annual walking and running event around Settle in the Yorkshire Dales offering 10k, half marathon and 23 miles routes. Routes are mapped and flagged and SPORTident timing will be used.

Three Ullswater Way trail distances on 31 May 2026 with race HQ at Jenkins Field, Glenridding. Options include a 33.5 mile Ultra with two extra loops, a 21.5 mile lap, and a 10 mile route starting at Pooley Bridge.

A score fell race around Longstone Edge starting from The Crispin Inn in Great Longstone supporting Buxton Mountain Rescue Team. Competitors use SI timing and competition maps to collect points in a time limited score format, solo or as pai..

Chariots of Fire Beach Race is a 5 km out and back on West Sands, St Andrews, with a 1 mile children's fun run. The event uses chip timing, offers post race refreshments and raises funds for RNLI and local charities.

Three Ullswater Way trail distances start from Jenkins Field in Glenridding with the Trail 10 starting at Pooley Bridge. Entries include electronic timing, feed stations and a finishers medal.

Muskie Madness is an unmeasured 10k multi terrain race on 31 May 2026 at Marine Academy Plymouth. The course mixes on road and wooded trail sections and the venue offers showers, bag drop, food and water stations.

A mixed surface coastal out and back of about 7 miles from Blue Anchor to Minehead and back via the Steam Coast Trail, with water stations, first aid, a finishers medal and event T shirts for early online entries.

Experience a multi-terrain running festival along the scenic Cumbrian Coastal path. Choose between an 11.75k, 5k, or a 1 mile family fun run with views of the Lakeland fells and Duddon Estuary.

A 5k, 10k and junior race at Sixfields Stadium in Northampton on Sunday 31 May 2026. The start and finish are inside the stadium and the route continues on closed roads around the town.

Community fundraising runs at Dunorlan Park offering 3k and 5k routes over mixed grassy terrain with some inclines. The event supports Cancer Research UK with listed entry prices and a minimum fundraising target of £50.

An approximately 9 km multi terrain loop around Llys y Frân Reservoir on 31 May 2026, with marshals, a water stop and a tail runner. The race is licenced by Welsh Athletics and offers a bespoke finisher medal plus combined race discounts.

A series of marked and marshalled trail races organised by Trail Outlaws, held at Biddick Academy and local trails. Distances range from 5K to Half Marathon, with individual entry fees from £20 to £32 and a season entry option with a discou..

June 2026

Run the Trunce 4 fell race in the Peak District from Oxspring Playing Field, a scenic 6.2 km route with 190 m of climb. On the day entries are just £3 and a 3 km junior race for ages 10 plus makes it great for families.

A four-round trail series on footpaths, fields, woods and some roads held across June to September. All four rounds count toward individual championship scores, with timed results, navigational questions, and t-shirts for those who complete..

A weeklong running series from 1 to 6 June 2026 featuring timed races, distinctive medals and post-race activities. Open to entrants aged 16 and over with entry, refund and transfer rules managed via the Nifty Entries portal.

Approximate 6k through Blaise Castle Estate on tarmac, grass and trails with hills and estate views. Club house refreshments follow and prizes are awarded for individual places, age categories and teams.

A series of four MapRun score races in the Peak District, each with a two hour limit and 40 controls. Runs can be completed anytime between June 1 and September 27, 2026, and the series score combines results from all four races.

A TRA-licensed 5 km canal towpath race in Methley, Leeds, forming Race 2 of a three-race series organised by Rothwell Harriers AC; entry fees are £15 affiliated and £17 unaffiliated, with prizes across age categories and fundraising for the..

A 10 km category BS fell race from Hebden Bridge with about 350 m of ascent, a steep climb to Stoodley Pike and a flagged route over moor, trail and wooded tracks. Entries include individual and three-person team options.

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