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 1377 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.

The Tibthorpe Loop is a half marathon trail event set in the scenic Yorkshire Wolds, starting and finishing at the eco-friendly Field House Camping & Coffee Barn near Tibthorpe, Driffield. The course is an easy-to-navigate, undulating but non-technical route covering 13.1 miles with 1,200 feet of el..

The Chester Ultra 50 is a 50-mile ultra-marathon held in Chester, UK, featuring 849 meters of elevation gain. Celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2026, the race is organized by GB Ultras and follows scenic trails including the North Cheshire Way and the Sandstone Trail, passing through Helsby Hill,..

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Cloud Nine is a scenic and challenging 9-mile hill race organized by Congleton Harriers, starting in Congleton and ascending to the summit of Bosley Cloud at 1125 feet before returning via the ancient Bridestones. The mostly off-road course features 1250 feet of ascent and is categorized as a BM fel..

The High Lodge Half Marathon - Spring is a scenic trail running event held in Thetford Forest, known for its wildlife including fallow deer and wild thyme. This circular half marathon course features a mix of hard-packed sand, grassy footpaths, and forest trails, offering a multi-terrain challenge s..

The Culzean Castle Trail Runs, held at the scenic Culzean Castle and Country Park in Ayrshire, Scotland, offer a variety of trail running distances suitable for different ages and abilities. Participants can choose from a 5km run (ages 11+), a 10km run (ages 15+), or a half marathon (ages 17+). The..

The St David's Day Dragon Run 2026, organized by Saturn Running, takes place in the scenic Dare Valley Country Park in Aberdare, Wales. This unique 7-hour time challenge allows participants to run multiple laps of a 4.37-mile (7km) course on well-maintained footpaths with beautiful countryside views..

The Brecon to Cardiff Classic is a 70-kilometer ultra running event held annually in Wales, following the scenic Taff Trail from Brecon in the Brecon Beacons National Park to Nantgarw near Cardiff. The fully marked, one-way course showcases diverse landscapes, starting with dramatic mountain scenery..

The Weymouth Bay 10K is a scenic charity fun run held in Weymouth, Dorset, starting at Bowleaze Green near the Riviera Hotel. The course is an accurately measured out-and-back route featuring two laps, extending towards Pleasure Pier and returning via Overcombe. The mostly flat road terrain (88%) of..

The Scurry Around Corstorphine Hill 2026 is a trail running event held in Edinburgh, featuring 10km and 5km races along with a 1km family fun run. The courses are off-road, clearly marked, and marshalled, starting opposite the Leonardo Murrayfield Hotel and winding through challenging routes around..

The Brecon to Cardiff Xtreme is a challenging 47.5-mile (75 km) winter mountain ultramarathon held in Wales, running from Brecon to Cardiff over 11 peaks including Pen Y Fan, the highest peak in South Britain. With approximately 2,680 meters of ascent, the course demands excellent winter mountain ru..

The Pitsford Water Trail Races, organized by Race Harborough, take place at Brixworth Country Park in Northamptonshire. The event features fully marked and marshaled trail races over 10k and half marathon distances. The scenic courses traverse trails and tracks around Pitsford Water, with the half m..

Cousin Jack, organized by Bys Vyken Events, is a challenging trail running event held in Cornwall, UK, featuring two race options: the 18-mile Classic Jack and the 35-mile Ultra Jack. The Classic Jack is a point-to-point race from St Just to St Ives, traversing demanding terrain including muddy fiel..

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..

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 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..

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. Runners experience challenging terrain with rolling chalk cliffs and forest p..

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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 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..

The Hateful 8 Loopy Ultra is an endurance running event held at Bridgend Miniature Railway in Aberkenfig, Bridgend, South Wales. Participants tackle a challenging 9-mile mixed terrain loop featuring a tough hill, scenic road sections with stunning views, and a technical downhill forestry trail. The..

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..