Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in United Kingdom for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 2189 exciting trail runs across the country. Find your next trail run in United Kingdom below and join the trail community at these great events! Search for a location or view races near London, Birmingham, Glasgow, Liverpool, Scotland or Wales.
August 2026
A 7-hour Time Challenge along the River Thames near Staines with flexible starts and distances from 3 km to 50 km. The event is licensed by the Trail Running Association and offers medals, distance pins and a goody bag.
A 10 km trail run on 21 August 2026 with limited places, a published Strava route, onsite parking guidance, finisher coffee and cake, and results posted within 48 hours.
A 7 hour timed run along the River Thames with lap-based distances from 3 km to 50 km, medals, goody bags and distance pins.
A very short but steep mountain race on Tryfan near Bethesda, with exposed rocky terrain and expert navigation required. Minimum age over 18 and a £1 entry fee supports Ogwen Mountain Rescue.
A fundraising family 5K colour run at Stowmarket Town FC with multi-terrain routes, colour zones and a BBQ finish, raising funds for the club youth section.
Trail event in Edale with ultra, marathon, half and 10 mile options across varied Peak District terrain, self navigated with GPX and staffed checkpoints.
Two clockwise ultras near Bristol - a 45-mile full loop and a 30-mile partial loop, four checkpoints, bespoke finisher medal, tracking from 2026 and buckle awards for double-event finishers.
An inflatable obstacle course in Newcastle on 22 August 2026 with looped 2.5 km laps and distance options, music zones, on-course hydration and family-friendly facilities.
Trail half marathon and 10k around Carsington Water on 22 August 2026, run on marked trail paths with marshals and an event village. GPX files are available for both courses.
A 19.5 km route around Hartsop in Patterdale with 1370 m ascent, five checkpoints and a 70 minute cut off at CP2.
A challenging fell race in Northumberland's beautiful countryside. The 5.8km route features 300m of climb and is part of the regional championship. Entry is available on the day.
A 33 km hill race across the Ochil Hills with summit controls, mandatory mountain kit and bus transfer to the remote start.
Trail races on a flat canal towpath near Kirkstall, Leeds with five distances, regular feed stations, a bespoke medal and finish food including GF and vegan options.
Timed multi-lap event at Chorlton Water Park with 5.3 km laps, flat riverside towpath, vegetarian aid station and a 7 hour limit.
Dunoon Ultra Marathon on 22 Aug 2026 follows the Loch Eck Loop, offering a 52.22 km solo option and a three leg relay with marked routes, checkpoints and finisher goodies.
A 109 km circular trail on the Borders Abbeys Way visiting four ruined abbeys, with 50 km and four person relay options plus staffed checkpoints.
A short, sharp hill race of about 3.5 miles with 700 feet of ascent held as part of the Glenurquhart Highland Games in Drumnadrochit.
A 7 hour time challenge at Dare Valley Country Park with distances from 3 km up to 50 km, a cupcake magnet finisher medal, a baking competition, aid stations with vegan options and goody bags for finishers.
Trail races at Wendover Woods feature a half marathon, 10k, 5k and junior race across steep woodland with 181 m of climb. Entries include a themed medal, free photos, chip timing and post race goodies.
A 52 mile navigation challenge across the South Downs from Plumpton College, with seven staffed checkpoints, required equipment and a 23 hours completion limit.