Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

A 10 km fell race at Orton C of E Primary School on 26 September 2026, with 258 m of climb, team entries and junior races in U10/12 and U14/16 categories.

An obstacle-course weekend at Pippingford Park near Nutley with Sprint, Super, Beast, Ultra and kids races set on rolling hills and wet sections. The Ultra includes the British OCR Ultra Championship for eligible British entrants.

Take on the Eskdale Show fell race in the Lake District, a scenic 6.9 km course with 277 m of climb across classic fell terrain. Open to adults and juniors, with easy entry on the day for spontaneous race plans.

A fully supported 100 mile route around Cornwall on 26–27 September 2026, starting and finishing in Looe. Competitors have 39 hours, live GPS tracking, two ferry crossings and seven feed stations.

The Three Shires Fell Race is a 22 km mountain event with 1535 m of climbing. Starting from Tilberthwaite Farm, this classic fell race requires navigational skills and specific safety kit for all participants.

Three coastal trail races on 26 September 2026 around the Gower Peninsula offer routes of 50, 34 and 23 miles along cliffs, bays and coastal paths. The event is self navigated with checkpoints, GPS tracking and coach transfers to starts.

Trail run and walk in Dorset around The Fleet Lagoon with 10 km, half and full marathon options plus a marathon relay for teams of up to four. The mostly off road courses support small local charities through fundraising.

A 10 mile trail race at Chilton Manor Farm featuring private estate trails, a 1-mile yew tree-lined finish, on-course marshals and a sustainable finisher medal, with GPX/Strava route files and on-site pop-up cafe.

A senior fell race near Cliviger covering 4.3 miles (7 km) with about 1310 feet of ascent. The flagged and marshaled course runs over moorland with steep climbs and grassy descents; entry fees are £6 or £8.

A flexible 24 hour trail event at Leighton Hall where individuals, pairs and teams take turns on a 5.75 km woodland and trail loop. Live timing, camping for competitors, on-site catering and prizes for top performances and most time on feet..

A backyard ultra at The Waggoners pub in Welwyn Garden City where runners complete a 4.167 mile loop each hour until one runner remains. Entry includes drink vouchers and a commemorative pint glass.

Two marked trail races loop around Ladybower Reservoir and nearby hills in the Peak District. Races include chip timing, aid stations, free photos and a themed medal.

Trail runs across the 1,000 plus acre Harewood House estate with 5 mile, 10 mile and 15 mile options, live chip timing, Canicross friendly entries and finishers receiving a medal and snack.

A BM fell race near Ilkley covering 8.1 miles with 1,214 ft of ascent over rocky tracks, forest and a mile of road. Mandatory waterproof kit is required and there are basic facilities, on course water and a finishers drink.

A 12 miles trail race introduced in 2026 at National Trust Clumber Park, fully marshalled with water stations and a three hour cut off. Finishers receive a medal and refreshments and top three men and women earn trophies.

Tower to Castle Ultra 30 covers 30.9 miles from Blackpool Tower to Lancaster Castle with a ferry crossing at Fleetwood, way marked sections and compulsory checkpoints. Pre registration is required and entries close 20 September 2026.

A forest marathon and shorter route around Henley in Arden, Warwickshire, organised by LDWA Heart Of England. Routes pass through newly planted and mature forest with checkpoints, refreshments and a finish meal; surplus funds support the He..

MacTuffX Swansea at Neath Sports Centre on 26 September 2026 offers Solo, Doubles and Relay formats over two distance options combining ten functional Xercises and running. Entries require participants to be 18 or older; a LITE weight divis..

A community fell race in the Ceiriog Valley on 26 September 2026, covering 11.6 km with 425 m ascent. Entry on the day; refreshments, showers and changing facilities are provided at Canolfan Ceiriog Centre.

A 30 km hill race from Traquair House to Broughton Ales across the Scottish Borders with roughly 1500 m of ascent. The route uses hill tracks and open heather, has eight marshalled checkpoints and requires mandatory emergency kit.