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 1230 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.

Mortimer 10km is an annual running event held on Easter Monday, 6 April 2026, at Mortimer Fairground in Mortimer, Berkshire. The long-standing village 10km offers a largely off-road course that weaves along paths and bridleways through nearby woodlands, starting and finishing at the Fairground. In a..

Centurion Running's South Downs Way 50 is a 50-mile ultramarathon along the South Downs Way National Trail, running from Worthing to Eastbourne. The course covers about 81 km with roughly 5,700 feet (1,750 m) of elevation and features seven aid stations, full medical support, and a clearly marked ro..

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Heart of Granite is a classic circular mountain-trail race in the Galloway Hills, starting and finishing at Caldons Old Campsite, Bargrennan, Glen Trool, near Newton Stewart (DG8 6SU). The 32 km (20 miles) route climbs about 1850 metres, passing Curleywee, Rig of Jarkness, and the Murder Hole, then..

Bruce's Crown Race is a 46-mile team ultrarun in Dumfries and Galloway, starting and finishing at Caldons near Glentrool, Newton Stewart. Teams of two to four tackle three hill ranges—Minnigaff Hills, Rhinns of Kells, and the Awful Hand—climbing more than 4,000 metres. The route offers challenging,..

50 Mile Grand Slam 2026 is a four-race endurance challenge from Centurion Running. It combines four 50-mile events held as the All Four 2026 50 Mile Events: South Downs Way 50, North Downs Way 50, Chiltern Wonderland 50, and Wendover Woods 50. Runners complete all four for the Grand Slam, spanning s..

Vale Coastal Races are the Vale of Glamorgan Ultra and Coastal Races, the original trail events along the Vale of Glamorgan coastline in South Wales, now in their 11th year. Distances are 32.5 miles for the Ultra, 18.5 miles for the Trail (Mini Ultra), and 10 miles for the Trail. The route follows t..

Aspire X Events will stage the RTT Gower Trail event on 11/04/2026 at Oxwich Bay, Swansea, Wales (SA3 1LS). It is the first event of the 2026 Run The Trails Series. The event includes chip timing, a finisher's medal, water stations and checkpoints, and event facilities. An award ceremony is planned..

Endurancelife Giant's Causeway is a 20-mile coastal trail race along Northern Ireland’s Causeway Coast Way, based in Portrush and featuring the Giant’s Causeway itself. The route covers about 20.4 miles with around 2,276 ft of ascent, entirely within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering d..

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CBTE The Charm Bracelet 10k is a trail running event based at Skinningrove Community Centre, Saltburn-by-the-Sea (TS13 4BH). The route covers about 7.4 miles with around 890 feet of ascent, offering a coastal, cliff-top course along the north-east coastline. Runners ascend onto the cliffs, follow th..

Punk Panther Ripon Stinger takes place near Ripon, starting and finishing at Studley Roger Village Hall in Studley Roger. The event offers three distances: Ultra 35 miles, 20 miles, and a 13-mile Half Marathon. The course largely follows the Ripon Rowel route, weaving through wooded valleys and past..

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The Rosebud Marathon is a 26.2-mile section of the Rose of the Shires Ultra Marathon, set in Northamptonshire from Hartwell to Brixworth Country Park near Northampton. It’s a scenic, multi-terrain course with about 14 miles of cross-country trails, 10.4 miles of roads, and 1.8 miles on canal towpath..

Rose of the Shires Ultra is a 54‑mile circular ultra starting and finishing at Brixworth Country Park, near Northampton. Described as friendly and welcoming by the organizers, the route meanders through Northamptonshire’s countryside, including Salcey Forest, the Grand Union Canal, and parts of the..

The Henley River Half Marathon, 10K & Junior Race takes place on Saturday 11 April 2026 in Remenham Lane, Henley-on-Thames RG9 3DB. The event is organised by RunThrough UK and is based at Temple Island Meadows, the launch point of the Royal Henley Rowing Regatta. The course runs along the banks..

Spring ‘Run the Seasons’ Cowdray takes place on the Cowdray Estate in West Sussex, near Midhurst. The event offers 5km, 10km, 10-mile and canicross options, all run on a scenic course that heads out to Ambersham and Heyshott Common. These commons are Sites of Special Scientific Interest and Grade 2..

The Woldsman is an endurance walking or running event organized by LDWA - East Yorkshire, staged from Driffield Showground in East Yorkshire. Participants choose 30 or 50 miles, following routes across the scenic Yorkshire Wolds. The 50‑mile option is to be completed in 20 hours, with a 25‑mile chec..

Steaming to the Coast is a unique trail running event held along the scenic West Somerset Railway in Minehead, Somerset. Utilizing the UK's longest standard gauge steam railway, participants ride a steam train from Minehead to Bishops Lydeard before embarking on their runs. The event offers three di..

Calderdale Hike is a long-running endurance event organized by the 24th St Paul’s Scout Group in Sowerby Bridge, Calderdale. The 46th edition is set for Saturday, 11 April 2026, and is open to entrants aged 14 and over on the day. Participants can choose from 17-, 26-, or 36-mile routes, welcoming b..

Stanhope Trail Races, held in Stanhope, County Durham, in the North Pennines AONB, is Greener Miles Running’s environmentally conscious trail series. The event offers distances of 10k and 15 miles, with fully marshalled, waymarked routes that traverse open moorland, woodlands, and classic North Penn..

The Allendale Challenge is a demanding 26-mile challenge walk held in Allendale, Northumberland, organized by the North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team to raise funds for the charity. The anti-clockwise route ventures from Allendale through peat bogs of the North Pennines, passing Hard Rigg, Black Hill..

The Llangollen Fell Race, hosted by Run Free Fell Runners in North Wales, is a popular annual event featuring two scenic routes: a challenging 17-mile course with 3000ft of elevation and a shorter 10-mile route ascending 1969ft. Both start at Dinas Bran Leisure Centre and offer stunning views of Tre..