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 2303 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.

A mountain fell race of 13 km and 1550 m ascent finishing at Yr Wyddfa Summit, requiring navigational skills and prior mountain experience. Registration is in Llanberis with compulsory coach transfer to the Ogwen start.

A long fell race of 32 km with 2870 m ascent finishing at Yr Wyddfa Summit that requires navigational skill and significant mountain experience; pre-entry includes coach travel, GPS tracking and a souvenir mug.

A mixed terrain half marathon and 10k in England on 30th May 2026. Routes mix quiet country roads and off road sections, and the event raises money for local good causes.

A track event at Wodson Park offering 5k to 50k plus a 6 hour challenge, timed with lap counting on a 400 metre athletics track. Facilities include chip timing, aid stations, free parking and complimentary tea, coffee and cake for runners.

A memorial trail run of about 5.5 miles from Worksop College into Clumber Park on 31 May 2026, with marshalling, first aid support and a finisher medal. All profits are donated to Cancer Research.

Trail runs at Tatton Park on 31 May 2026 offer 5km, 10km and half marathon routes through parkland and woodlands, live chip timing, on-site parking and a canicross-friendly policy.

A fully waymarked 42 km trail race around Grasmere and nearby valleys with 1905 metres of ascent, on-course drink stations, mandatory kit checks and tracker hire. Finishers receive a locally made Langdale slate medal and cake.

Settle Saunter is an annual walking and running event around Settle in the Yorkshire Dales offering 10k, half marathon and 23 miles routes. Routes are mapped and flagged and SPORTident timing will be used.

A trail event on 31 May 2026 around Ullswater offering three distances. The 33.5 mile ultra includes Lowther and Dalemain loops, the 21.5 mile is a full lake lap, and the 10 mile runs from Pooley Bridge to Glenridding.

A score fell race around Longstone Edge starting from The Crispin Inn in Great Longstone supporting Buxton Mountain Rescue Team. Competitors use SI timing and competition maps to collect points in a time limited score format, solo or as pai..

Chariots of Fire Beach Race is a 5 km out and back on West Sands, St Andrews, with a 1 mile children's fun run. The event uses chip timing, offers post race refreshments and raises funds for RNLI and local charities.

Three Ullswater Way trail races in Cumbria offer a 33.5 mile Ultra, a 21.5 mile Trail 20 and a 10 mile Trail 10. Registration is at Jenkins Field in Glenridding and Trail 10 starts at Pooley Bridge.

Muskie Madness is an unmeasured 10k multi terrain race on 31 May 2026 at Marine Academy Plymouth. The course mixes on road and wooded trail sections and the venue offers showers, bag drop, food and water stations.

A mixed surface coastal out and back of about 7 miles from Blue Anchor to Minehead and back via the Steam Coast Trail, with water stations, first aid, a finishers medal and event T shirts for early online entries.

Experience a multi-terrain running festival along the scenic Cumbrian Coastal path. Choose between an 11.75k, 5k, or a 1 mile family fun run with views of the Lakeland fells and Duddon Estuary.

A 5k, 10k and junior race at Sixfields Stadium in Northampton on Sunday 31 May 2026. The start and finish are inside the stadium and the route continues on closed roads around the town.

Community fundraising runs at Dunorlan Park offering 3k and 5k routes over mixed grassy terrain with some inclines. The event supports Cancer Research UK with listed entry prices and a minimum fundraising target of £50.

An approximately 9 km multi terrain loop around Llys y Frân Reservoir on 31 May 2026, with marshals, a water stop and a tail runner. The race is licenced by Welsh Athletics and offers a bespoke finisher medal plus combined race discounts.

A series of marked and marshalled trail races organised by Trail Outlaws, held at Biddick Academy and local trails. Distances range from 5K to Half Marathon, with individual entry fees from £20 to £32 and a season entry option with a discou..

June 2026

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.

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