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 1928 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.

Experience a focused mountain run in County Down with the Drinnahilly event. This 5.70 km race features 260 meters of climbing through the Hill and Dales landscape.

Experience the Reservoir View Fell Race, a 10.5 km BM category fell run starting from Accrington Cricket Club. Navigate 480 meters of elevation in this scenic Friday evening event.

Experience an evening of trail running at Calderglen Country Park with distances ranging from a toddler dash to a 10k race. Enjoy a marshalled course, chip timing, and a post race buffet at this inclusive community festival.

Test your endurance at this last person standing event in Alfriston where participants run 4.2 mile loops every hour. Enjoy a scenic farm course with full support facilities and sustainable race practices.

Test your limits at World's Toughest Mudder, a premier 24 hour obstacle course challenge at Belvoir Castle. Compete individually or in a relay team to conquer 5 mile loops and elite obstacles for an entire day and night.

Join this intimate trail event at Hyde Hall Farm featuring distances from 5k to an Ultra Marathon. Enjoy undulating farm tracks and grassland with secure parking and bespoke medals provided for all finishers.

The Boscastle Scramble is a 26.2-mile coastal run from Rock to Boscastle, navigating the famous North Cornish path. With checkpoints, live tracking, and a nine-hour cutoff, it's a challenging point-to-point adventure. All finishers get a me..

A 47 mile trail race on 27 June 2026 across the Yorkshire Wolds, following the Hudson Way and Wolds Way from Beverley to Malton with checkpoints, mandatory kit checks, drop bags and limited support crew options.

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..

Run through 360 hectares of mixed woodland in Gateshead with 5, 10, and 15 mile trail options. Enjoy chip timed racing and a post race medal with a burger and beer at the finish line.

Experience an exciting inflatable obstacle course in Cardiff with 5k and 10k options. Join as an individual or part of a group for a unique running event supporting Hospice of the Valleys.

Join the Whaley Waltz, a lively fell race in Whaley Bridge that winds 5.8 miles with 274 m of climb through classic Peak District terrain. A friendly carnival vibe, prizes and charity fundraising make it a brilliant summer challenge.

Experience an undulating trail run around the scenic Carsington Water reservoir. Choose between a 10k or half marathon distance and enjoy chip timed results and a bespoke medal in a beautiful countryside setting.

Hourglass is a unique last-person-standing race where runners complete consecutive 2-mile laps with ever-shrinking time limits. Strategy and pacing are key as the clock counts down on a mixed-terrain course. Prizes are awarded to the final..

A fell race at the Kirkby Gala, featuring a 6km course through fields and up towards windmills. It's a BOFRA Championship event open to various age groups from Under 9s to Seniors.

Celebrate the 50th Alston Gala with this historic 6.2 km fell race to Park Fell and back. Support the local mountain rescue team while tackling a 211 meter climb in the North Pennines.

Lapped trail event at Burrs Country Park in Bury supporting The Sunnywood Project. Multiple lap distances, on course aid station and parking near The Sunnywood Hub.

Traverse Scotland's dramatic Moray coast, Speyside whisky country, and the Dava Way highlands in this 100-mile ultra. Starting and finishing in Forres, the point-to-point route connects three iconic trails. The event has a 30-hour cutoff an..

Explore the scenic Surrey Hills and North Downs Way with five trail distances ranging from 5 km to a 52 km ultra. Run through ancient forests and rolling fields with punchy hills and fully marked courses.

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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.