Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

Summer community races of 5 km and 10 km from Whitwell and Reepham Railway Station along Marriott's Way, with medals for finishers and fundraising for Keeping Abreast Breast Cancer Reconstruction Support Charity. The races are not timed.

A functional fitness race at Mountbatten Centre on 23 August 2026 combining ten running laps with ten Xercises across Solo, Doubles, and Relay formats, with a LITE weight division and category fees listed per entry type.

A roughly 5.7 mile off road trail in Cardenden Woods on 23 August 2026 that passes the site of Scotland's last pistol duel. Trail shoes are recommended and every finisher receives a unique medal.

A roughly 7-mile undulating multi-terrain trail race around Adel Woods, Scotland Woods and Meanwood Park in Leeds on 23 August 2026, organised by Valley Striders AC with race HQ at Old Leo's and an entry limit of 450.

A *10 km* trail run on 23 August 2026 over the original, mostly anti-clockwise course. Entry includes a limited edition event T-shirt and finishers’ coffee and cake; race numbers and mobile phone ICE are required.

A 10 mile trail race through Radnor forest in Mid Wales on 23 August 2026, held in aid of the Special Care Baby Unit in Hereford. The route reaches Black Mixen at 2130 ft and includes forestry roads, moorland and tree covered single track.

A 21k trail run around Borrowdale based in Keswick, featuring lakeshore trails, woodland singletrack and 550 m of ascent. The course is fully marked, chip timed and supported with hydration and medical cover.

A steep, scenic trail run in Godshill offering a 5K one-loop option and a 10K two-loop option with 738 ft of climb. A relaxed community fundraising event with no chip timing and local charity support.

An urban to trail 8 mile loop from Bournemouth Square through Meyrick Park, fully signed with a midcourse aid station and modest elevation. A 10 week social training programme run by Sole Clinic supports runners preparing for the event.

A trail half marathon across the Dunstable Downs on 23 August 2026, starting from Creasey Park in Dunstable. The self navigated route includes checkpoints, guide runners and a GPX file and offers on site facilities and a finisher medal.

Take on the Trunce 8, a classic Peak District fell race starting and finishing at Oxspring Playing Field. The 6.2 km route climbs 190 m and entry is on the day for £3, with a junior 3 km race for over 10s at £1.

Tackle Roseberry Topping on Wed 26 Aug 2026 in this classic short fell race hosted from Newton under Roseberry. Expect a punchy 2.3 km course with big climb and great views, junior entries welcome and on the day entry available.

Golf Ball Fell Race is organised by Rossendale Harriers on 26 August 2026. Entry is on the day and runners should carry the recommended FRA kit, which may be checked depending on conditions.

Take on the classic Holcombe Two Towers fell race on Wednesday 26 August 2026 in the South West Pennines, a challenging 4 mile course with 400 m of climb through rugged moorland. Expect steep trails, great views and a lively community atmos..

A three-evening summer 5K series around Leith Links, Fettes and Inverleith Park in Edinburgh. Events are chip timed, feature prizes and optional finisher medals, with entries priced at £12 per race or £30 for all three.

Experience a traditional Lake District fell race at the Ennerdale Show. This event features an 8 km senior course and various junior races with registration available on the day.

A pop up evening running event in Kirkstall, Leeds offering 5k and 10k routes along canal-side paths. Entry is available on the night or online and runners receive a jumble medal plus food and drink options.

An evening running event in Eyemouth on 28 August 2026 featuring a certified *5k* with chip timing plus several mini fun runs for children; finishers receive medals, goodie bags and ice cream from Giacopazzi's Gelato.

An early evening trail run at Newnham Park offering 8 Miler and 4 Miler looped courses with canicross categories. Entries run from 15 October 2025 to 27 August 2026 and proceeds support Bowel Cancer West.

A 10km multi terrain trail race through Derwent Walk Country Park with mainly hard packed paths and a few mild inclines. Held at Blaydon Rugby Club on 29 August 2026, the event includes chip timing, finishers medals and post race food and d..