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 1905 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.

Run your choice of distance from 5km to an Ultra Marathon on the Denham Flats route in Bury St Edmunds. Enjoy a flexible lap based course with a central aid station and bespoke finishers medals.

Run Stately Trails: Aske at Aske Hall for an evening 5 km or 10 km loop, with a 5 km walk option. Limited to 200 runners, this mostly flat but muddy estate course winds through pastures and woodland for a scenic country trail.

Experience an exclusive trail run through the private parkland and historic estate of Aske Hall. Choose between 5km and 10km routes featuring pasture fields and woodland trails followed by post-race food.

Join this relaxed summer trail run at Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve. Choose between 5k and 10k distances with on the day registration inclusive of hot food and a medal for all finishers.

Join the Fellrunner in Sheldon on Thu 23 Jul 2026 for a spirited 4 mile village fell race across scenic Peak District climbs. Friendly entry on the day supports local funds and welcomes runners aged 14 and over.

A marked fell race in South Wales on 23 July 2026, covering 5.5 km with 315 m of climb. Entry on the day costs £3 and the minimum age is 16. Post race tea and cake are available; bring your own mug.

Experience a scenic 10k trail run around Clowbridge Reservoir and the Pennine Bridleway. This mid week event features 175m of elevation and supports local causes through race proceeds.

Enjoy a 10k trail run through Chelmsford featuring a unique brewery checkpoint. This non competitive event includes mid race and finishers drinks along with a commemorative medal for all participants.

Experience a premier trail running event through the Lakeland fells with 50 and 100 mile courses. Run through spectacular scenery on a route consisting almost entirely of public bridleways and footpaths.

Take on a scenic 7 hour timed challenge along the River Thames at Wraysbury, choosing how many laps to run from a 3 km minimum up to 50 km or ultra distances. Finishers from 3 km earn a medal and everyone gets goody bags with vegan options.

Enjoy a fast 10k trail race through the scenic RSPB St Aidan's Country Park near Leeds. This Friday evening run offers a flat route on public footpaths with beautiful views of the local landscape.

Experience a 7 mile hilly multi-terrain race through the footpaths and country lanes of Cornwall. This long standing event starts and finishes in the heart of Tywardreath and is part of the Cornwall Multi-Terrain Race Series.

Event Overview The Beacons Way Ultra 100km is a 100-kilometer (62-mile) ultramarathon. It takes place on Saturday, July 25, 2026, across Bannau Brycheiniog, the Brecon Beacons National Park in South Wales. The route follows the official tra..

Event Information The Beacons Way Ultra 100 Mile is a 100-mile ultramarathon with 6143m of total ascent. It takes place in the Brecon Beacons National Park (Bannau Brycheiniog) on Saturday, July 25, 2026. Route and Course The race starts at..

Explore the hidden valleys and picturesque villages of the Yorkshire Wolds on this circular 54 km ultra marathon starting in Pocklington. Enjoy fully stocked indoor checkpoints and sustainable finish line rewards.

Run along the scenic banks of the River Severn on a flat disused railway line. Choose from multiple distances ranging from 9 miles to a 37 mile ultra marathon with regular support stations.

Ultra X Wales offers a multi-day trail running weekend in the Brecon Beacons with six distances, from a 12 km run to a challenging 110 km ultra. The event features fully stocked aid stations and is a UTMB Index Race. Runners under 23 can pa..

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Join this flexible 7 hour time challenge at Dare Valley Country Park where you can run or walk any distance from 3km to an ultra-marathon on scenic well-maintained paths.

Alderman's Ascent is a classic 8.5 km fell race with over 400 m of ascent. It will celebrate its 10th year in 2026 as a counter for the English Fell Running Championship. The route features iconic landmarks and demanding technical descents..

A category BM fell race covering 12.9 km and 610 m of ascent near Calderbrook. This event features team prizes and post race refreshments at the local community church.