Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

Chapelfell Top is a licensed fell race in St John’s Chapel, Weardale covering 7 km with 400 m ascent to a 703 m summit. The out and back course runs over track and open fell and requires navigation skills and compulsory kit.

Evening team relay at Golden Acre Park in Leeds on 14 July 2026. Teams of three run three 2.75 mile laps on an undulating trail; entry is limited to 150 teams and restricted to UKA affiliated club members.

A scenic multi-terrain 15 km race in Moffat with a steep mid-race climb and a long downhill finish, open and local prize categories, junior races and a tots dash for under 5s.

Experience a scenic 8 km trail run at Wirral Country Park as part of a competitive summer series. Open to those aged 16 and over, the event features age group trophies and rewards for series consistency.

A low cost and informal summer fell race in Great Langdale featuring an 8 km route to the summit of Pike of Blisco and an unconventional beer prizegiving.

Take on a classic Peak District fell race in Bamford on Wednesday 15 July 2026, a thrilling 4.5 mile course with 305 m of climb and spectacular views. Pre entry is recommended as day entries are limited.

Tackle a scenic fell race from Chop Gate in the North York Moors, covering 6.1 miles with 344 m of ascent across classic moorland. Entry on the day is welcome with low fees for members and non members, and teams are catered for.

Experience a 7.2 km hill race up Cairn Table in East Ayrshire. This chip timed event features rough terrain and unmarked routes for runners seeking a self reliant hill running experience.

A 6.7 km trail race in Sheffield featuring 270 m of climbing through Totley Moor and Blacka Moor Woods. This technical course includes steep descents and scenic fell paths for experienced runners.

A club relay event on Thursday 16 July at Derwenthaugh Country Park. Teams of three require at least one male and one female, entry fee £18 per team and limited parking at the race HQ.

Form a team and take on a 12 hour night trail challenge through the scenic fields and tracks of a private Dorset farm. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere where you decide your own distance and earn a finisher medal.

Experience a relaxed trail run through the fields and wildflower meadows of a private farm in Dorset. This undulating one lap course is open to all abilities and offers an optional weekend of camping.

An uphill only 6 km race with 850 m of ascent on 17 July 2026 in Patterdale, climbing Helvellyn via Swirral Edge. The course is fully marked, includes a manned checkpoint and a recycled paper mache medal.

Run the Blades is a multi distance trail running weekend at Whitelee Wind Farm with 10K, half marathon and 50K ultra plus a free junior mile. Courses follow wind farm access roads and include checkpoints, an Event Village and on course supp..

Experience a scenic transition from the Newcastle promenade to the foothills of the Mournes in this annual event. Choose between 5km or 10km distances and enjoy a post race BBQ on the coast.

Experience an extreme skyrunning challenge in the Lake District featuring 2700m of ascent and five graded scrambles. This technical race over the Helvellyn Massif requires proven climbing skills and a steady hand on the rock.

A 57 km mountain race from Patterdale with 3700 m of ascent across Striding Edge, Swirral Edge and Long Stile Edge. Open to runners aged 19 or older, the course is course marked and is not a vetted ultra route.

A classic distance Sky Race of 29 km and 2050 m ascent around St Sunday Crag in the Lake District on 18 July 2026, featuring technical trails, electronic timing, manned checkpoints and post race soup.

Join this 12 hour solo trail challenge at Myncen Farm in Dorset. Complete as many laps as you choose on a scenic farm course featuring fields and dusty tracks with optional weekend camping available.

BigHeat CampFIRE is a weekend trail festival on 18 and 19 July 2026 near Lurgashall with four single-lap routes across dusty tracks, forests and open plains, plus camping, yoga, a wild sauna and evening live music.