Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

Take on a scenic 12 km course across the North York Moors with 400 m of climb for a rewarding midweek challenge. Entry on the day, friendly teams welcome and a post race BBQ helps raise money for charity.

Join Kirkstall Rock up n' Run on 25 June 2026 for a fun pop up summer run along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal with 5k and 10k options. Register online or on the day and enjoy hot food, a jumble medal and a post run beer or soft drink.

Finish the Run the Seasons series at Cowdray Estate with scenic routes across polo lawns and Heyshott Common, overlooking Cowdray Ruins and the South Downs. Family and dog friendly distances, BBQ and bar, unique medals and luxury hampers.

Take on the Colworth Marathon Challenge over a three day weekend in North Bedfordshire, where three multi terrain races add up to a full marathon. Enjoy free camping, family entertainment and children's races while choosing one, two or all..

Join the South Scotland Outdoor Festival at Drumlanrig Castle from 26 to 28 June 2026 for cycling, road and trail running, wellness, live music and films. Pick gravel rides, family runs or relax in saunas and enjoy local food.

Run an evening 10K along the flat, traffic free banks of the River Exe in Exeter. Scenic, fast course with a finishers medal and longer distance options, ideal as a summer tune up for autumn marathons.

Join Cock a doodle Dawdle on 27 June 2026 at Hyde Hall Farm for undulating trails across grassland and paths, with distances from 5k to ultra for all levels. Limited to 300 entries, friendly aid station and bespoke medals add to the charm.

Tackle the Boscastle Scramble, a self navigated trail marathon along the dramatic North Cornwall coast from Rock to the fishing village of Boscastle. Enjoy sweeping coastal views, live GPS tracking and a finisher medal as part of the Saints..

Tackle 47 miles across the rolling Yorkshire Wolds in the scenic Hardwolds 40, with roughly 4600 ft of ascent and a 20 hour time limit. Solo runners or relay teams of two to four will enjoy classic villages, tracks and testing climbs from B..

Take on the Moray Way Relay, a scenic team relay of roughly 100 miles starting and finishing in Forres as it winds along coastal trails, forests and sandy beaches. Teams of up to four run 12 legs within 24 hours using a tracker as the baton..

Explore scenic Chopwell Woods in Rowlands Gill with 5, 10 or 15 mile trail options for newcomers and seasoned runners. Canicross friendly, with live chip timing and a medal plus burger and drink at the finish for a fun, social day out.

Join the Whaley Waltz, a lively fell race in Whaley Bridge that winds 5.8 miles with 274 m of climb through classic Peak District terrain. A friendly carnival vibe, prizes and charity fundraising make it a brilliant summer challenge.

Scenic trail runs around Carsington Water offer a half marathon or 10K on undulating reservoir paths with kilometre markers and cheering marshals. Chip timed results, free photos and a bespoke medal await at the lively event village.

Take on the Kirkby Gala Fell Race in Kirkby in Furness, a BOFRA Championship counter that climbs to the windmill across scenic fields. Senior course is 3.45 miles / 6.00 km with 750 feet / 240 meters of ascent and includes junior categories..

Join the Alston Gala Fell Race in the North Pennines on Saturday 27 June 2026, starting and finishing at Alston Playing Field. A punchy 6.2 km course with about 211 m of climb promises classic fell terrain and a friendly atmosphere.

Run riverside trails at Burrs Country Park for the Burrs Bash, a friendly lapped event where you can tackle one 3.28 mile lap up to ultra distance within a seven hour limit. Organized by Phoenix Running Manchester in support of The Sunnywoo..

The Moray Way 100 is a stunning 100 mile ultra from Forres that threads coastal cliffs, beaches, forests and Speyside trails. With limited entries and a largely self sufficient format, it delivers an epic Scottish endurance challenge for ex..

Tackle the legendary Surrey Hills on forest trails and fields from Cranleigh Showground, with routes from 5 km to a 50 km ultra. Enjoy big climbs, stunning North Downs views, on course support and a medal to celebrate your trail adventure.

Join the Eldwick Gala fell race in the South West Pennines, a scenic but testing 3 mile course with 168 m climb and short junior races. Limited to 200 runners, this community event blends tough trails and festival fun.

Run scenic off road trails through the Thames Valley at the RunThrough Marlow Trail Run, with 5K, 10K and half marathon options. Enjoy chip timing, a themed medal, free race photos and a lively event village with food and drinks.