Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

Tackle scenic hills and a sweeping downhill in the Moffat Festival of Running on 14 July 2026, featuring a 15 km mixed terrain race plus junior and tots events. Expect tough climbs, great views and local prizes for runners of all ages.

A friendly midweek fell dash in the Lake District starting at Old Dungeon Ghyll. 8 km with about 600 m of ascent over steep, scrambling terrain; on the day entry only, £2 fee.

Take on a classic Peak District fell race in Bamford on Wednesday 15 July 2026, a thrilling 4.5 mile course with 305 m of climb and spectacular views. Pre entry is recommended as day entries are limited.

Tackle a scenic fell race from Chop Gate in the North York Moors, covering 6.1 miles with 344 m of ascent across classic moorland. Entry on the day is welcome with low fees for members and non members, and teams are catered for.

Join the Blacka Moor Chase, a spirited 6.7 km fell race around Totley Moor in the Peak District with 252 m of climb and expansive moorland views. Expect tarmac, rough paths and a sharp technical descent; pre entry advised as places are limi..

Run the Cider 5K.ish on Friday 17 July 2026 at Myncen Farm near Blandford Forum, a scenic one lap trail over fields, grass and dusty tracks. Part of a weekend of running and optional camping, this friendly race offers finisher goodies.

Take on the Swirral Grind 850, an all uphill mountain race in Patterdale on 17 July 2026 that climbs 850 m over 6 km to a trig point on Swirral Edge. Expect steep paths, some scrambling, stunning UNESCO World Heritage views and a recycled s..

Run the Blades is a summer weekend of trails among towering turbines at Whitelee Wind Farm. Pick 10K, half marathon, 50K or junior mile and celebrate at the Event Village at Turbine 53 with prizes and a spinning medal.

Tackle the Rab Pinnacle Ridge Extreme on Helvellyn Massif, a 28 km skyrace with about 2700 m ascent, technical single track, scree descents, knife edge ridgelines and five graded scrambles. Places are strictly vetted for experienced scrambl..

Tackle the Rab Helvellyn Sky Ultra, a 57 km mountain ultramarathon in the Lake District with 3700 m ascent and exposed ridgelines. This technical course over Striding Edge and Swirral Edge is tracked and supported.

Run the St Sunday Sky Race in Patterdale on 18 July 2026, a 29 km mountain course with 2050 m ascent over St Sunday Crag and the Eastern Fells. This entry level skyrunning challenge is fully marked, timed and ends with a post race meal.

Take on the 12 hour Cider Challenge solo across undulating farm trails in Dorset this July 18, with fields, wildflowers and dusty tracks underfoot. Camp onsite for a full weekend vibe and earn a medal and goodies for every finisher.

Join BigHeat CAMP FIRE, a fiery weekend trail festival on 18 and 19 July 2026 at Mill Farm near Petworth with single lap routes through woodland. Relax in the event village with camping, yoga, live music, food, wild sauna and firepits.

Explore the wild Gower Peninsula from Penrice Castle basecamp with weekend camping and routes from 10 km up to a 100 km figure of 8 ultra. Fully supported with food, medical cover and a finisher T shirt and medal.

Run scenic coastal trails at Merthyr Mawr Estate, over sand dunes including the famous Big Dipper and along the Glamorgan Heritage Coast. Choose from 12K, 40K or family Bunny races for a sandy seaside challenge for all abilities.

Challenge yourself on the Welsh 3000 Challenge linking all 14 Snowdonia peaks in a guided 20 hour push or a relaxed two day option. Enjoy epic mountain views, expert guides, navigation coaching and full on route support.

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.

Join Race The Light at Wendover Woods for scenic, challenging trail races supporting the Chilterns Neuro Centre. Choose from an accessible family friendly loop up to a hilly 5K or 10K and soak up the forest atmosphere.

Run the Dragon Coastal Races along the stunning Wales Coast Path, with 100, 50 or 30 mile options finishing at the Captain Scott Memorial in Cardiff Bay. Enjoy sweeping coastal cliffs, dunes, beaches and forest trails across 18 and 19 July..

Run a scenic 15 km loop of Place Fell around Ullswater, mixing fields, mild technical trails and a thrilling descent from Boredale Hause. Based in Patterdale, finishers get a recycled seed bomb medal and a warming vegan soup.