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 2289 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.

Trail runs from Cranleigh Showground through Surrey hills and woodland with five route distances, outposts on longer routes, a plastic-free policy and mandatory kit for the Ultra and Marathon.

Join the Eldwick Gala fell race in the South West Pennines, a scenic but testing 3 mile course with 168 m climb and short junior races. Limited to 200 runners, this community event blends tough trails and festival fun.

Experience a 5 mile scenic loop along Widemouth Bay and Bude canal in this 6, 12, or 24 hour endurance event with solo and team categories. Camping is included for participants at this charity event supporting Talan’s Trust.

Experience an off road adventure through the private Matterley Estate in the South Downs National Park. Choose between a 10km or half marathon distance on a well marked course featuring gravel tracks and woodland trails.

A family festival at Culden Faw Estate on June 27, 2026, focused on a children's obstacle course and a lively event village with food and activities. Race options include two youth OCR categories and a festival-only entry.

A two day, multi stage trail running enduro in Endcliffe Park, Sheffield with 11 timed stages covering 20 km of the 24.5 km route. Entries are available for individuals or pairs and competitors receive per stage and overall results.

On 27 June 2026 in Kettlewell, this fundraising event offers three routes from 17 to 4.5 miles across Wharfedale, with GPX routes, on-course water stations, and entry fees that include parking and refreshments.

At Honister Slate Mine on 27 June 2026, runners can choose 5 km or 10 km routes that combine open-fell sections with a c.700 m underground mine passage requiring helmet and headtorch. Courses are waymarked and marshaled; entrants must be 16..

Test your endurance at MacTuffX Ayr in June 2026. Choose between 400m or 800m intervals in solo, doubles, or relay formats. This event is open to all participants aged 18 and over.

A 25 km, 2400 m ascent hill race around four Arrochar munros on 27 June 2026, requiring pre-entry and proven mountain race experience. The unmarked route demands navigation skills; compulsory mountain kit is checked at registration.

A muddy 5k obstacle event at Cheltenham Racecourse on Saturday 27 June 2026 featuring climb crawl and slide obstacles, staggered wave starts, a minimum fundraising target and on-site facilities including parking and toilets.

A 5 km obstacle course at Stanmer Park on 27 June 2026 featuring muddy climbs, crawls and slides across fields and woodland. The event is for ages 13 and over, has staggered wave starts, and a minimum fundraising target of £50.

A Pretty Muddy 5k obstacle event at Tatton Park on 27 June 2026 featuring climbing, crawling and sliding across grass and gravel. Participants must be 13 or older and a minimum fundraising target of £50 applies.

An obstacle 5k at Herrington Country Park on 27 June 2026 where participants climb, crawl and slide through a mixed-surface course. Waves run every 15 minutes, minimum age 13, with fundraising and a finishers medal included.

A roughly 100 mile trail ultramarathon around Moray starting and finishing in Forres with about 13,300 ft of ascent, five aid stations, drop bag support and a 30 hour cut off. Live tracking and mandatory kit are required.

Tackle 100 scenic miles as a team in this unique relay adventure on the Moray Way. With 12 legs to split between up to four runners, it's a shared challenge through coastal trails, forests, and hills. Teams plan their own strategy and enjoy..

RunThrough Marlow Trail Run on 28 June 2026 features off-road Half Marathon, 10K and 5K routes around the Thames Valley, with marked trails, chip timing, free photos and a themed medal.

A 13.5 mile trail half marathon on Lundy Island on 28 June 2026, visiting all four corners of the island and running coastal and clifftop trails. Raceboat entries include a chartered ferry aboard MS Oldenburg while non-raceboat entrants arr..

A coastal out and back trail at Sewerby with views to Flamborough, offering 10k, half marathon and marathon distances and a meal at the Ship Inn.

TrailFest at Salcey Forest offers four marked trail distances from 10K to 50 km on crushed stone and forest floor, with on-site cafe, paid parking and specific mandatory kit rules for longer events.

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