Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

Run the full 86 mile Ridgeway National Trail from Ivinghoe Beacon to the Avebury Stones, tackling rolling chalk ridges and ancient landscapes within a 28 hour cutoff. A tough but rewarding UTMB World Series index race with full support.

Enjoy a supported 50 km from Rochester to Tonbridge along the scenic Medway Valley Walk on mostly flat towpaths and trails. Aid stations, GPS tracking and the Tonbridge athletics track finish add a polished riverside vibe.

Take on the Castle Trails 30 km on 30 May 2026 and follow the River Medway from East Farleigh to Tonbridge in a scenic point to point trail run. Riverside towpaths, country park views and a finishing lap on the Tonbridge athletics track mak..

Join the Yorkshire Weekend Saunter in Bingley on 30 May 2026 for scenic countryside routes with 5K, 10K and half marathon options. Finishers enjoy a jumble medal, hot food and a beer or soft drink.

Explore the Peak District from Bakewell Showground with Maverick Race's Maverick Peak District Trail on 30 May 2026. Choose 6 km, 10 km or 28 km routes across moorland, river valleys and Pennine paths for panoramic views and pure trail runn..

Celebrate Rocky at 50 with a scenic Time Challenge at Dare Valley Country Park, choosing laps to suit any distance from 3 km to an ultra. Finishers get a themed medal and goody bag, plus park views and on course refreshments.

Run the Ridgeway Chase, a scenic point to point 60K ultramarathon along the Ridgeway National Trail from Ivinghoe Beacon to near Wallingford. Limited to 200 runners, it offers rolling climbs, reliable aid and sweeping countryside views.

Take on the Fellrunner in the Duddon Valley on Sat 30 May 2026, an 18 mile Lake District route from Newfield Inn, Seathwaite, with big climbs and sweeping views. Pre entry only for adult runners.

Join a classic Lake District fell race on 30 May 2026 in the wild Duddon Valley, starting at the Newfield Inn in Seathwaite. The 15.3 km course climbs 915 m, offering tough terrain and stunning views for experienced runners; pre entry only.

Test yourself on a scenic fell course in the South West Pennines near Kelbrook, 5.5 km with 213 m of climb. On the day entry only, £7, with £2 parking at The Old Barn. Teams welcome and minimum age 16; no junior races.

Join the Gerald Story Memorial Fun Run on 31 May 2026 at Worksop College for a scenic 5.5 mile trail into Clumber Park, fully marshalled with a finisher medal. Run in memory of Gerald Story and help raise funds for Cancer research.

Tatton Park Wild Trail Runs at Tatton Park, Knutsford on 31 May 2026 offer scenic multi terrain routes of 5km, 10km and half marathon. Live timing, finisher medal and Wild Deer goodies await and one well controlled dog per runner is welcome..

Grasmere Gallop is a scenic 42 km trail race in the Lake District on 31 May 2026 with about 1905 metres of ascent across classic fells. Fully waymarked route, tracker hire for supporters and a Langdale slate finisher medal.

Enjoy scenic trails around Settle in the Yorkshire Dales with 10 km, half marathon or 23 mile options for walkers and runners. Community run by the Rotary Club raises funds for local charities and has a garden cafe.

Join the Southampton Running Festival on 31 May 2026 for scenic 5K, 10K, half marathon and junior races around Southampton Common. Lap courses wind through woodland, ponds and parkland with an event village at the finish.

Take on scenic Ullswater from Glenridding with 33.5, 21.5 or 10 mile trail options that showcase lakeside views and classic Cumbrian fells. Enjoy feed stations, electronic timing and a bespoke finisher medal at Jenkins Field.

Run the Trunce 4 fell race in the Peak District from Oxspring Playing Field, a scenic 6.2 km route with 190 m of climb. On the day entries are just £3 and a 3 km junior race for ages 10 plus makes it great for families.

Join Race 2 of the Jane Tomlinson Canal Race Series on 2 June 2026 in Methley for a fast 5 km on the flat Aire and Calder towpath. Enjoy a friendly marshaled event with prizes and proceeds supporting the Jane Tomlinson Appeal.

Take on the Hebden Bridge fell race on Tue 2 Jun 2026 in the South West Pennines, a flagged 10.4 km course with about 350 m of climb that rewards bold climbing and fast descents. Day entry and prizegiving at The Albert make for a friendly,..

Tackle Paddy's Pole fell race in the Bowland fells near Chipping, Lancs, a punchy 6 km with 336 m climb that rewards hill legs. Pre entry is required, entries limited to 140 so book early and consider car sharing as parking is limited.