Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

An evening two-lap race in Linn Park on Glasgow's south side, covering just under 8 km and featuring the park waterfall and historic Halfpenny Bridge. The event is manually timed, supports the Friends of Linn Park, and has limited entry.

A 42 km multi island trail marathon across the Isles of Scilly, with full coastal loops of St Martin's, Tresco, Bryher and St Agnes and a final 5 km finish on St Mary's. Marked routes, tidal aware ferry transitions and a 150 runner limit.

Marked 10 mile and 20 mile off road trail races in Fotheringhay near Peterborough, with camping available, aid stations, and an eco friendly request to bring a cup or bottle.

Gnosall 10K is an 11.2k multi terrain race through Staffordshire countryside, following canal towpaths, a disused railway line, farm lanes and field paths. The event is limited to 400 runners and is organised by Gnosall Globetrotters.

A point-to-point 15 mile trail race along the Offa's Dyke footpath between Hay-on-Wye and Kington with three water stations, relay options at mid-race handover points, and age-group prizes.

Scenic trail races around Mount Edgecumbe Peninsula from short fun runs to a full marathon, featuring a mainly coastal 10.5K loop, ferry access from Plymouth and on site camping and race support.

A 100 mile non stop race along the South Downs Way from near Winchester to Eastbourne, with 12 aid stations, full medical support and a 30 hour limit. Entry requires a prior 50 mile qualifier within specified times.

A 50 km trail ultra through the South Downs National Park with about 4000 ft of climb and a 9 hour cutoff. The course is fully marked, supported by four aid stations and finishes at Queen Elizabeth Country Park.

A multi-distance trek and trail event from a Cirencester basecamp with a looped 100 km route and options from 10 km to 100 km, supported by marquee rest stops, GPS tracking, medical teams, camping and shuttle transfers.

Trail runs from Waterside Campsite in Pooley Bridge offering 10km and half marathon routes with live chip timing, finisher medal, optional event t-shirt and on-site parking. The event supports Patterdale Mountain Rescue and allows donations..

A scenic out and back trail from Otley to Pateley Bridge on the Six Dales Trail, offered over 13, 20 and 32 mile distances with checkpoints, trackers and mandatory kit requirements.

Trail races at Bewl Water near Lamberhurst Kent include 50 km, marathon, half marathon and 10 km options on mainly off road trails and quiet country lanes with lake views.

A short fell race at Beckside Farm in Ulverston on 13 June 2026 featuring a climb to the top of Flan Fell and separate turning points for Under 14 and older categories.

A 60 km mountain ultra at Mar Lodge in the Cairngorms National Park on 13 June 2026 with 1006 m ascent. A 48 km short course option is available and entries are limited.

Running Events Devon's Pheasant Challenge Day 1 is an eight hour timed event at Station Road, Bridestowe, with each lap 5.3 km out and back on an old disused train line. Participants follow a TUGG arrival system and finishers receive a meda..

Manchester Backyard Ultra at Giants Seat Scout Camp is a timed-loop endurance event on 13 June 2026. Runners repeat a roughly 6.7 km loop each hour until one runner remains; a torch is required for night laps.

A mud obstacle race in Walton, Brampton with adult and junior distances across mixed terrain. The course features cargo nets, monkey bars, tunnels and a long slip and slide plus event photography and a post race festival.

Trail running at Wilkswood Farm, Swanage, with three measured coastal routes (23 km, 13 km, 7 km), technical rocky sections and varied outpost support. Dog entries are sold out.

A timed, multi-lap event at Chorlton Water Park using a 5.3 km out and back course along the River Mersey. Runners can cover one lap up to an ultra within a seven hour limit and all participants receive a finishers' medal.

Run the 9.5 km Wincle Trout fell race in the Peak District, featuring a 320 m climb and a river crossing. The event is part of the lively Wincle Village Fete. A shorter 3 km junior race is also available.