Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

A Category BM fell race on 25 July 2026 covering 12.9 km with 610 m of ascent, based at Calderbrook Community Church with parking at Stansfield Estate Playing Fields. Minimum age 18, team prizes and refreshments provided.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell race on Saturday 25 July 2026 at Beetham Sports Field, a 9.3 km route with 283 m of climb that rewards grit with stunning views. Entry on the day, plus junior sports day races and parking on site.

Tackle classic Lake District terrain at the High Wether Howe fell race on Sat 25 Jul 2026, a 14 km route with 485 m of climb starting and finishing at Stepps Hall. Entry on the day is welcome and proceeds support the Shap community fund.

Experience a mountain run through the Sperrins reaching the summit of Mullaghcarn. This 12 km marked route features 500 meters of climbing and follows scenic trails starting from Gortin Glens Forest Park.

A coastal trail event from Dunster that follows the South West Coast Path and crosses Exmoor. Distances include 50km, 25km and 10km with marquee rest stops, medical cover, GPS tracking, camping and shuttle transfers.

An inflatable obstacle course event in Coventry on Saturday 25 July 2026 covering approximately 5 km; the 2026 edition is described as larger with more inflatable elements and participant feedback noted a positive family experience.

This six-hour timed challenge lets you choose your distance, from 5k to ultra marathon, on a lapped course along an old railway line. Pick your medal from a past collection after finishing. Drinks and snacks await at the end of each lap.

Experience trail running through the Caledonian pine forests and heather moorland of the Cairngorms National Park. This festival offers distances from 10km to 55km on the scenic Glen Tanar Estate.

Test your stamina at MacTuffX Birmingham through a series of timed interval repetitions. Choose between solo, doubles, or relay categories across ten sets of 400 or 800 meters in this high energy summer event.

A timed, lap format run along The Itchen Way in Winchester with a professionally measured, permitted course. Runners may complete multiple 2.62 mile laps up to ultra distance and receive a bespoke finisher's medal and aid station provisions..

A just under six mile multi terrain hill race around Falkland Hill with over 400 m ascent, held during the Falkland Gala. The route includes steep sections and varied trails; entrants must carry full body cover and their own water.

A 5.75 mile multi-terrain run in West Looe that follows the riverside and Kilminorth Woods, starting and finishing at the Millpool Centre. Entry proceeds support Looe Lions local charities and all finishers receive a memento.

A flat, fast trail run along the river in Leeds, featuring two distances from a half marathon to an ultra. All finishers are rewarded with a locally made medal and a craft beer at the Piglove By The River beer garden.

A 10K and half marathon held within the grounds of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens on 26 July 2026, supporting Action Mental Health. The multi terrain course passes Hillsborough Lake on traffic free estate paths.

Trail runs in South Wales on 26 July 2026 offering either a 5 mile or a 13 mile course that reaches the Pen Y Fan summit. Entries include a buff, medal and chip timing and each distance has a specified compulsory kit list.

A 28.5 km fell race from Cartworth Moor Cricket Club near Holmfirth with extensive moorland sections and about 1285 m of ascent. Navigation skills and mandatory kit are required and entries are limited to adults.

Experience a unique 12 mile run from the peaks of the Pentland Hills to the shores of Musselburgh beach. Navigate a mix of cross country and urban trails with scenic views across Edinburgh.

Run 14 miles along the Northumberland coast from Beadnell to Alnmouth on 26 July 2026, mixing sand, road and trail and finishing on the beach. Limited places and a 3 hour 30 minute cut off for tide and safety mean book early.

Experience a scenic 10k trail run through the historic Garendon Park in Loughborough. This chip timed event features an undulating one lap course through wooded paths and open countryside for runners of all abilities.

Experience the scenic beauty of the South Downs Way with trail races starting from Queen Elizabeth Country Park. Choose between three distances featuring woodland paths and panoramic views across Hampshire and Sussex.