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 1749 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.

Event overview The Chase Trail Run 2026 is part of the Garmin UK Trail Running Festival on 26th April 2026. The event takes place at St Giles House, Wimborne St Giles, BH21 5NA and is organised by ORA Events Limited. Entries close on 22nd A..

The Other Run offers 5k, 10k, half marathon, marathon and ultra on scenic, mildly undulating quiet roads near Bury St Edmunds, plus bespoke finisher medals and a lucky dip option. Capped at 300 runners with parking included, it promises a f..

Test your navigation skills at The Drop Winchester, a point to point challenge where you are driven blindfolded to a mystery drop and must find your own way back to HQ. Choose 10 or 15 mile routes and surrender devices for a true adventure.

Take on the Coventry Way Challenge, a scenic 41 mile circular walk or run around Coventry mostly on off road country paths. Solo entrants or teams of up to six enjoy checkpoints, tracker support and a hot finish meal in Meriden.

Take on the Scone Palace Trail Runs on 26 April 2026 with 5 km and 10 km routes winding through the palace grounds and a lap of Perth Racecourse. Canicross friendly, all finishers get a medal, Wild Deer merchandise and refreshments.

Run the Hidden Glen 10K from Monachyle Mhor along the shores of Loch Doine and into Monachyle Glen, featuring a scenic tarmac to trail route. Take on the 10K or join the 1K fun run on this award winning course voted Best 10K in Scotland and..

Join the Run for Wildlife Spring 10K at Yorkshire Wildlife Park for a scenic single loop around the grounds, supporting the Wildlife Foundation. Open to walkers, joggers and runners, this family friendly event blends wildlife and fitness.

Run the Tissington Trail Marathon or Half in Ashbourne on 26 April 2026 and enjoy traffic free miles along a scenic former railway between Ashbourne and Buxton. Both distances offer a challenging out and back on mixed undulating terrain.

Tackle scenic, undulating trails through Delamere Forest in this 21K or 42K trail race on 26 April 2026. Expect woodland singletrack, clearly marked routes and a lively event village at the Visitor Centre welcoming runners.

Join the Trail Outlaws Urban Trail Series for fully marked, marshalled trail races from 5K to half marathon, with prizes and a season ticket that saves on entry. Friendly vibe and great reviews make it a top pick for runners.

Run through fragrant bluebell woods on the scenic Angmering Park Estate with 10 mile and 10 km options for trail lovers. Enjoy marshalled courses, bespoke medals and free race photos at this popular spring event.

Choose your distance in this 7 hour time challenge at scenic Dare Valley Country Park, with multi lap routes from 3 km up to 50 km. Enjoy on course snacks, vegan options and themed medals with distance pins.

Bolt Round the Holt at Alice Holt Forest on 26 April 2026 offers scenic undulating forest trail races from junior 1k to half marathon. The event raises funds for GUTS and features bespoke medals, prizes and a friendly community vibe.

Run through the North York Moors at the Heartbeat Hobble in Goathland, an 11.9 km fell with 290 m of climb. Entry on the day and a village hall finish create a friendly spring fell outing.

Join NOT the London Marathon Run 2026 on Sunday 26 April in Walton on Thames for a flat, certified lap course along the riverside towpath. Choose marathon, half or a 7 hour timed challenge, enjoy flexible starts and a commemorative medal.

Run through woods carpeted in bluebells in the Chiltern Hills at the Bluebell 10km, a roughly 10 km guided spring trail on Sunday 26 April 2026. Grouped by ability with a Run Leader, it is ideal for runners who can manage 5 km non stop.

Join the Bunny Run Relay in the South West Pennines for a playful team race of three, each running a short hilly leg. On the day entries only, eggs serve as batons and every finisher gets a Cadbury creme egg.

Cockfield Chase in County Durham is a friendly 7 km fell race with 160 m of climb, run as a guided first lap and a raced second lap. Ideal for beginners and club runners, entries are available in advance or on the day.

Ian Charlesworth Hartcliff Hill is a lively BS category fell race covering 4.6 miles and 709 ft ascent across fields and rough tracks. Starts and finishes on Penistone playing fields on a marked course so no navigation is needed.

Orchan Rocks is a classic fell race in the South West Pennines on Tue 28 Apr 2026, starting at the Staff of Life pub in Todmorden. Tackle a punchy 5.4 km course with 280 m climb, open to runners aged 14 and over with pre entry or day entry.