Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2025-2026

Rab Pinnacle Ridge Extreme is a brutal 28 km skyrun around Helvellyn with 2700 m of ascent featuring exposed ridgelines, scrambles and technical rock sections. Entry is strictly vetted so only experienced mountain runners should apply.

Take on the Rab Helvellyn Sky Ultra from Patterdale: 57 km with 3700 m ascent across Lake District ridges. Run anticlockwise over Striding Edge and Swirral Edge on a marked course with support and a wild seed bomb medal.

Discover a classic entry level 29 km sky race from Patterdale over St Sunday Crag, with 2050 m of ascent across scenic but technical Lake District fells. Fully supported with timing, a post race meal and a finishers wild flower seed medal.

The Cider Challenge Solo is a 12-hour trail-running event held on a privately owned farm in Dorset (Myncen Farm, Minchington, Blandford Forum, DT11 8DH). Designed for solo runners, with the option to enter as part of a team, participants ha..

Join the Gower Peninsula Ultra Challenge for a weekend of scenic coastal, moor and woodland trails from Penrice Castle on 18 and 19 July 2026. Distances range from 10 km to 100 km on figure of 8 and loop courses with camping and full suppor..

Take on coastal trails at Merthyr Mawr Warren National Nature Reserve on 18 July 2026 with 12K, 40K and family races like Bunny and Toddler Dash. Expect sand dune descents, river crossings and dramatic cliffside views for a true Welsh trail..

Tackle the Welsh 3000 Challenge, a guided Snowdonia adventure across the 14 peaks over 3000 feet, from Snowdon to the Carneddau. Pick a one day push or a two day option with expert guides, support stops and unforgettable ridge running.

Explore Manchester on foot with Beyond Manchester on 18 July 2026, offering 55 km ultra and 25 km trail routes starting and finishing in Castlefield. City canals, Salford Quays and leafy trails combine for a scenic urban adventure.

Race The Light at Wendover Woods offers scenic 5K and 10K trail routes plus a fully accessible 1.5K loop, set amid woodland trails with chip timing and souvenirs for finishers. All proceeds support the Chilterns Neuro Centre.

Tackle the Dragon Coastal Races along the Wales Coast Path with 100, 50 or 30 mile options finishing at the Captain Scott Memorial in Cardiff Bay. Expect sweeping beaches, dunes, coastal trails and inland forests for an epic seaside challen..

Place Fell 15 is a 15km trail race with about 680 m ascent in the Lake District. Tackle technical paths and sweeping fell views, then enjoy a recycled paper mache wildflower seed bomb medal at the finish.

Take on Shotley 24, a 24 hour camping and coastal trail running weekend on the scenic Shotley peninsula with a fully marked 4.3 mile loop. Run solo, with a partner or team, enjoy camping, yoga and optional sauna and massages.

Join She Strides Metric Marathon, a scenic 26 km trail from Hebden Bridge across moorland past Stoodley Pike and reservoirs. Marked route, on course support and a finishers medal make this a memorable day out.

Tackle the sculpted landscape of Northumberlandia on a 10K trail through hills, forest tracks and fast stone paths, finishing with a bespoke medal. Bring the family for a free 1 mile kids loop with adult entry and enjoy an event village, pa..

Event overview The Apple Plod 10K.ish is a trail running event on Sunday, 19 July 2026, organised by Running Events Devon. The race distance is 10K and is described as undulating trail on a two-lap course. Participants may run or walk; ther..

Enjoy scenic trails at Winwick Hall with 10k, 5k and a 2k kids fun run, all fully marshaled and perfect for families. Run for the Bruce Green Foundation and pick up a finisher medal in this friendly country event.

Run the ATW St Albans Summer 10K on 19 July 2026 at Highfield Park for a chip timed 10 km along the Alban Way, with a free family fun run. Festival vibes with live music, kids activities, food stalls and a custom medal while supporting Alzh..

Experience the Wye Valley Tunnel Run, racing through the atmospheric Tidenham Tunnel and scenic riverside and old railway paths. Distances suit everyone from a Colourbust family fun run to a full marathon, with trail charm and big event ene..

Cracoe Fell Races are a short, sharp test on rugged moorland near Skipton, featuring tussocks, ditches and a steep final climb to the summit. Junior races and on the day entry make it perfect for local runners and families.

Guided three day loop from Capel Curig through northern Snowdonia, about 100 km with 47 summits and roughly 9000 m of ascent across the Welsh 3000s. Places limited to six for an intimate expert led experience.