Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2025-2026

Welcome to the most comprehensive guide to trail races in the UK for 2025-2026! Our curated list features an impressive 1343 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.

Cousin Jack is a challenging trail running event held in Cornwall, featuring two race options: the Classic Jack, an 18-mile point-to-point race from St Just to St Ives, and the Ultra Jack, a demanding 35-mile out-and-back course from St Ives to Cape Cornwall and back. The route showcases the most st..

The Loggerheads Trail 5k & 10k is a popular trail running event set to take place in March 2026 at Loggerheads Country Park. Participants can choose from three race options: a 5k Trail, a 5k Canicross Trail, and a challenging new 10km route. The courses feature a variety of terrains, including river..

The Lincoln Marabank 2026 is a running event held at Burton Waters near Lincoln, featuring a flat, multi-terrain course along the historic Fossdyke canal towpath. Open to runners aged 18 and over, the event offers a 7-hour timed challenge where participants can run distances ranging from a single la..

Endurancelife Sussex offers a scenic trail running event featuring 10K, half marathon, marathon, and ultra distances along the iconic coastal landscapes of Eastbourne and Seaford, adjacent to the South Downs National Park. The courses showcase the famous Seven Sisters chalk cliffs and expansive view..

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The Lincoln Marabank is a unique running event held at Burton Waters near Lincoln, featuring a flat, traffic-free course along the historic Fossdyke canal towpath. Open to runners of all abilities, participants have up to seven hours to cover as much distance as they wish, with options to run a half..

The John Muir Way Ultra Marathon is a 50km race held along the scenic John Muir Way on Scotland's East Coast, specifically through East Lothian. The course features stunning coastal stretches, rural landscapes, and woodland trails, passing through historic towns and villages such as Aberlady, Gullan..

The Winter Green Man Ultra (Winter GMU) is a challenging ultra marathon held annually around Bristol, UK, featuring two distances: 45 miles and 30 miles. The 45-mile race is a full anti-clockwise loop of the Community Forest Path starting and finishing at Ashton Park School, with 3100 feet of elevat..

Saddleworth Res's is a challenging trail running event held in the high moorlands and valleys around Saddleworth, near Oldham, UK. Participants can choose from three distances: 5 Res’s (25 km with 710m ascent), 10 Res’s off-road marathon (44 km with 1314m ascent), or the 15 Res’s ultra marathon (60..

The Two Crosses Circuit will take place in Greenmount on Sunday 8 March 2026.

The Leith Hill Half Marathon is a challenging cross-country race that takes participants from Dorking to the summit of Leith Hill, the highest point in south-eastern England, and back. Spanning 13.1 miles with an elevation gain of 1,800 feet, this event is celebrated for its stunning scenery and sup..

The Hannington Hike will take place in Hannington on Sunday 8 March 2026.

The PFW Running - Granny's Bay Challenge is an annual running event held in the scenic seaside town of Lytham, Lancashire. Starting at the Fylde Spitfire Memorial, the course follows a flat, 5.24-mile out-and-back loop along the Ribble estuary, passing landmarks such as Fairhaven Lake, Granny's Bay,..

Born 2B Wild III is a popular trail running event held at Hamsterley Forest, offering an approximately 5k course through natural terrain featuring mud, hills, obstacles, and trails. Open to participants aged 16 and over, the race welcomes runners of all abilities and their dogs, with canine particip..

The Kingdom of Northumbria Coastal Ultra is a scenic ultra trail running event held in Northumberland, UK. The main race covers 54km, starting near Bamburgh Castle and passing historic coastal landmarks such as Beadnell Harbour, Dunstanburgh Castle, Craster Village, and Warkworth Castle, finishing a..

The Morland 'Marathon' is a 30-mile trail ultra marathon held in Morland near Penrith, UK. Suitable for runners and walkers, the course is largely off-road with mixed terrain and features 3,000 feet of elevation gain. The scenic route skirts the Pennines to the east and the Howgills to the south, pa..

The Humanity Direct Amersham Ultra is a one-day endurance event held in the scenic Chiltern Hills near Amersham, Buckinghamshire. Participants can choose from three distances: 10km, 25km (half ultra), or the full 50km ultra marathon. The course starts and finishes at Dr Challoner's Grammar School an..

The Brynkinalt Running Festival, held on the private Brynkinalt Estate in Wrexham, offers trail running and canicross events over approximately 5k and 10k distances. The festival welcomes participants of all ages and abilities, providing a challenging course featuring a mix of fast footpaths, grassy..

The Grindleford Gallop is a challenging annual running and walking event held in the scenic hills of the Peak District, UK. Taking place every March, the race offers two distance options: a 15km course with 660m of ascent and a longer 23km route featuring 1050m of ascent. The event is known for its..

WODland - Endurorun is an inclusive trail running event taking place in Holmfirth, Great Britain, on March 14, 2026. Participants can choose from various distances, including 5km, 10km, and 20km, or take on the unique 6-hour challenge, where individuals or teams can complete as many 5km loops as pos..

The Haworth Hobble is a challenging 32-mile (51 km) fell running event organized by Keighley and Craven Athletics Club, held around the gritstone moors near Haworth, Todmorden, and Hebden Bridge in the UK. The course features approximately 4,400 feet (1,340 meters) of ascent and descent, traversing..