Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2025-2026

The Quantock Hills Half Marathon, organized by Prosper Events, is a challenging and scenic trail race held in the Quantock Hills near Kilve Court, Somerset. The course features a mix of tough climbs, rolling hills, technical trails through forests, quiet country lanes, and open moorland, offering br..

The Dovedale Dash is a renowned cross-country race covering 4 3/4 miles, attracting 1,200 to 1,400 participants of all abilities. Set in the scenic area around Thorpe near Ashbourne in the Derbyshire Peak District, the course primarily traverses fields, paths, and open ground along the valleys of th..

Run Layer 5 2025 is a community-focused running event taking place in Layer de la Haye, Essex. The event features a 5-mile multi-terrain run and a 1-mile children's fun run, both designed to showcase the scenic landscapes of North Essex. Participants can enjoy a friendly atmosphere, with trophies aw..

The Run Yorkshire Roundhay 5k is set to take place in Roundhay Park, Leeds, on October 5, 2025. This scenic event features a single lap around one of Europe's largest city parks, encompassing beautiful landscapes, lakes, and a climb to the Mansion House. The race is designed for participants aged 11..

The DirtRun Wyre Wizard Trail Half Marathon is set to return for its ninth edition in Autumn 2025, taking place at the scenic Wyre Forest, Callow Hill Visitor Centre. Participants can choose between a challenging 13-mile half marathon or a shorter 7.6-mile Super Seven route. The event promises a mem..

The Yorkshire Coast Trail Series is a scenic trail running event held on the East Yorkshire coast, starting and finishing at Bridlington sea-front (Beaconsfield Prom). The series features two race distances: a 22km race and a 10km race, both newly introduced in recent years. The 22km course passes t..

The Burnham on Crouch 10K is an exciting running event organized by the Rotary Club of Burnham-on-Crouch and Dengie Hundred, scheduled for October 5, 2025. Participants will enjoy a scenic, flat, single-lap course that features coastal paths along the Dengie peninsula and trails through open country..

The Loop Ultra is an exciting 50km (32 miles) trail running event set in the stunning Cambrian Mountains of Mid Wales, taking place at Camp Plas, Dolanog. This unique challenge attracts participants of all skill levels, from elite runners to beginners, and emphasizes sustainability with a capped ent..

The Bennachie Ultra Marathon is an exciting running event set in the stunning Aberdeenshire countryside of North East Scotland. Scheduled for October 11, 2025, this inaugural race features a challenging 50k route that includes six peaks of the Bennachie Hills, such as Mither Tap and Oxen Craig, with..

The Barrows and Downs event features a Marathon and Half Marathon set in the historic Salisbury Plain of Wiltshire, where participants run among ancient barrows dating back to 3500 BC. The scenic routes offer breathtaking views of the Wiltshire Downs and are designed for trail running enthusiasts. B..

The Glasgow to Edinburgh Ultra is a 57-mile ultra marathon starting at Glasgow's Riverside Museum and finishing at Edinburgh Athletics Track. The course is predominantly flat and fast, following canal towpaths, tarmac, and concrete paths, passing landmarks like the Falkirk Wheel and the Antonine Wal..

The Manor Water Hill Race, organized by Carnethy Hill Running Club, is held annually as part of the Manor Sheepdog Trial. The race covers approximately 9.3 miles (15 km) with an elevation gain of 2,130 feet (650 meters), starting near Woodhouse Farm in Manor, Peebles. Participants must carry full sa..

The Wasdale Show, organized by the British Open Fell Runners Association (BOFRA), features one of the most challenging races in the BOFRA calendar. Set in Wasdale Head, West Cumbria, the race covers a distance of 2.40 miles (3.80 km) with a significant elevation gain of 2,300 feet (700 meters) as it..

The Langdale Horseshoe Fell Race, organized by Ambleside AC, is a challenging mountain running event held in the Langdale Valley, Lake District. Covering approximately 21.1 km (12.5 miles) with 1450m (4600ft) of ascent, the course features rough, rocky, and slippery terrain with many pathless sectio..

The Kent Downs 50 Ultra Challenge is an exciting endurance event set in the picturesque Kent Downs, known as the 'Garden of England.' Participants can choose from three distances: 50 km, 25 km, or 10 km, with a basecamp located near Maidstone. The 50 km route features a scenic loop that includes the..

SkyRun the Mournes is a premier skyrunning event held in the Mourne Mountains of Northern Ireland, featuring three challenging races: the Ultra (50 km), Skyline (35 km), and SkyTrail (20 km). Participants can enjoy stunning mountain scenery while tackling significant elevation gains, with the Ultra..

The William Wallace Running Festival, held in Scotland, invites participants to "Follow in the Footsteps of Legends" by running across historic battlefields linked to the legendary William Wallace. The event offers a variety of race distances, including a 70km and 50km ultra marathon, both available..

Endurancelife Suffolk offers a range of running events including a 10K, half marathon, marathon, and ultra marathon, all set in a stunning and serene landscape. Known for its flat and quick courses, this event is expected to become a favorite among participants. The event emphasizes environmental re..

The Run the Wild Half Marathon - Autumn Edition is a 13-mile (21.1 km) trail running event set in the scenic Chiltern Hills, just 40 minutes northwest of London. Featuring rolling hills with around 300m of ascent, the course offers stunning chalk hills and woodland terrain. Designed for all abilitie..

The Drone Valley Trail Half Marathon is a new 13.1-mile trail race set in the picturesque Derbyshire countryside, starting and finishing at the Drone Valley Brewery in Unstone. This event invites runners to navigate a scenic route featuring forests, fields, hills, and canal paths, making it ideal fo..