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 1301 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 Punk Panther Ultra Unique is an exciting ultramarathon event set in the scenic surroundings of Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs. Participants can design their own unique course, choosing distances between 28.5 to 50 miles, with a series of loops ranging from 1.5 to 11.5 miles. This inclusive race ..

The Kirkby Gala Fell Race is a popular running event organized by the British Open Fell Runners Association (BOFRA), taking place in Kirkby-in-Furness, Cumbria. The race features a new route that includes a lap around the showfield, followed by a scenic course through fields and up towards the windm..

The Lakeland Five Passes Ultra is a challenging 33-mile running event set in the picturesque Lake District, featuring a demanding ascent of 10,000 feet. Participants will navigate a route filled with stunning summits and steep descents, starting from the village of Grasmere. The event requires a hig..

The Chopwell Woods "Burger & Beer" Trail Runs, organized by WILD DEER EVENTS, is an annual summer running event set in the scenic Chopwell Woods, a 360-hectare mixed woodland near Rowlands Gill. Participants can choose from three distances: 5, 10, or 15 miles, with routes to be confirmed. The event ..

The Blencathra Marathon is a challenging 26.5-mile trail marathon set in the scenic Lake District, starting and finishing in Caldbeck. This circular route features five Wainwright summits: Bowscale, Blencathra, Mungrisdale Common, Knott, and High Pike, making it ideal for experienced fell and trail ..

The Guided 10K Pub Run will take place in New Alresford on Sunday 29 June 2025. You can run 10 kilometers.

The Abbotts Ann Trail Runs, organized by Muddy Runners, features 5km and 10km trail races set in the picturesque Hampshire countryside near Andover. Participants can expect challenging yet beautiful routes that showcase the undulating landscape of the Test Valley. The event promotes a cupless approa..

The Cross Fell Race is a challenging 24 km fell race set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, taking place on June 29, 2025. This event, now in its fifth year, features a route that includes a climb of 680 meters to the summit of Cross Fell, the highest peak in the Pennines, and the source of t..

The The Ship Inn Shuffle will take place in Bridlington on Sunday 29 June 2025.

July 2025

The Stoodley Pike Fell Race is a popular running event organized by Todmorden Harriers, taking place on the iconic Stoodley Pike in Calderdale. Established in the 1970s, this race features a challenging 5km course with an ascent of 213 meters. Participants can enjoy the scenic views while competing ..

The 20 Barriers Race is a scenic 5-mile running event set in the picturesque countryside of Carnforth. Participants navigate a route that includes field paths, trails, and a canal towpath, making it a delightful experience for runners. The race is organized by local volunteers and aims to foster com..

The Devil's Punchbowl 10k is a guided trail running event set in the scenic Devil's Punchbowl, Surrey. This 10km run is designed for participants of all skill levels, offering a fun yet challenging experience along beautiful trails and hills. Runners can enjoy breathtaking views while being guided b..

By Way of the Glen is a challenging 170-mile foot race taking place from Glasgow to Inverness, scheduled for July 4-6, 2025. Participants will traverse two of Scotland's iconic long-distance routes: the West Highland Way and the Great Glen Way. Runners have 28 hours to complete the first 94 miles of..

The Pen Llyn Ultra Summer Edition offers a series of challenging ultra-marathons set in the stunning landscapes of North Wales. Participants can choose from distances of 50 miles, 75 miles, or a grueling 100 miles, with time limits of 24 and 29 hours respectively. The event showcases the beautiful y..

The Full Essex Way Ultra is an 82-mile ultra-marathon that takes participants from Epping tube station in London to the historic port of Harwich. Scheduled for July 4-5, 2025, the event features a mixed terrain of trails, footpaths, tracks, and roads, with a total elevation gain of 3,469 feet. Runne..

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The Patterdale Parish Boundary - Beat the Bounds will take place in Penrith on Saturday 5 July 2025.

The PIGUM 2025 is an exciting 30-mile ultra marathon set in Abergavenny, known as the Gateway to Wales. Participants will navigate through stunning mountain peaks and trails, including a challenging ascent of the Sugar Loaf mountain, which offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The ..

The Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon will take place in Birmingham on Saturday 5 July 2025.

The Summits of The North York Moors Ultra is an exciting running event featuring a challenging 115-mile circular route that encompasses the ten highest hills in the North York Moors National Park. Participants will navigate through ancient tracks and stunning landscapes, with a total elevation gain ..

The Chevy Chase is a challenging 20-mile running event set in the stunning upland scenery of Northumberland, taking place on July 5, 2025. This year marks the introduction of the Chevy Chase Challenge Walk, allowing participants to traverse the same route with a time limit of 7 hours. The course inc..