Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

Explore the South Downs at the Serpent Trail, a scenic trail running event from 10 km to 100 km with runnable routes through heath, woodland and rolling hills. Camping and coach transfers are available and walkers are welcome.

DalesRunner 30 is a scenic 31.7 km trail loop around Muker on 4 July 2026, with almost 3,000 ft of ascent through classic Dales moorland, rivers and sweeping fell views. Limited to 200 runners, it mixes rough trods and Pennine Way sections,..

Swinner Swagger is a scenic 15.5 km loop trail in Muker on 4 July 2026, winding through riverside meadows, gills and waterfalls for a classic Yorkshire run. Expect varied terrain, great views and a friendly small race vibe; trail shoes reco..

Take on the classic 20 mile Chevy Chase across rugged Northumberland fells and the summit of Cheviot. This unmarked navigational fell race demands solid mountain kit and rewards with sweeping upland views.

Take on the Darren Holloway Memorial Race Buttermere Horseshoe on Sat 4 Jul 2026 in the Lake District. This tough 35.5 km mountain course with 2515 m of climb rewards strong trail skills and spectacular fell scenery.

Take on the Fellrunner at Heptonstall Festival, a scenic 9.5 km fell race with about 500 m of climb in the South West Pennines. Finish to live music, food stalls and a free pint; entry on the day £7.

Tackle a classic Peak District fell race from Warslow Village Hall: 10 km with 675 m of climb across moorland and steep trails. Expect challenging ascents, sweeping views and a friendly village atmosphere.

Tackle a tough 15 km hill challenge with 960 m of climbing at Dollar Academy in Central Scotland on Sat 4 Jul 2026. Expect steep, rewarding climbs, lively team competition and easy entry online or on the day.

A unique mountain fell race at Honister Slate Mine in Borrowdale on 4 July 2026, combining an underground mine passage with a ridge run over Fleetwith Pike and Grey Knotts. Rugged terrain, dramatic views and a compact, thrilling challenge a..

Tackle a classic 37 mile Pennine Way trail on 4 July 2026, passing High Cup Nick, Cauldron's Snout and spectacular waterfalls before finishing at Alston YHA. Limited to about 75 entries with coach transport to the start included.

Fen Gallop on Sunday 5 July 2026 in Willingham offers a flat, scenic run through the Cambridgeshire fens with 10 km and 4 mile options. Friendly for families and walkers, the community event raises funds for Willingham School Association an..

Run the scenic Chiltern Ridge Half Marathon along the ancient Ridgeway on 5 July 2026. Expect 21.1 km of chalk trail with rolling climbs, great support, and a friendly field limited to 350 runners.

Join the Bishop's Stortford Mitre at Jobbers Wood on Sunday 5 July 2026 for chip timed 10K and 5K races plus a fun 1K for kids. Support the Mitre Fund for new school sports facilities and pick a free finisher T shirt or tree planting.

Tackle about 10 km of Peak District moorland with steep climbs, fast descents and a village water splash in this friendly community run fell race. Scenic views, finish line flapjacks and a lively village atmosphere await.

The Lyme Half Marathon is a scenic trail run from Lyme Hall over Kerridge Ridge and the Gritstone Trail, returning along the Macclesfield Canal. Fully marked with aid stations, timing and photos, finishers get a bespoke medal or can opt to..

Join the Cannock Chase Forest Half Marathon and 10K on 5 July 2026 for a summer trail challenge through hilly forest terrain. Choose your distance, earn a bespoke medal and enjoy free photos and parking.

Take in lakeside views at Bewl Water on 5 July 2026 with Wadhurst Runners, choosing a scenic off road 15 mile challenge or a friendly 5 mile route. All finishers get a bespoke medal and t shirt while supporting the Kent Surrey Sussex Air Am..

Run the Cross Fell fell race in Garrigill on Sun 5 Jul 2026, a 24 km challenge with about 680 m of climb to the Pennines' highest point. Expect epic upland scenery and a friendly village race atmosphere with on the day entries.

Join the Langdale Gala fell race in Great Langdale on 5 Jul 2026 for a short but fierce 1.4 mile course with 300 m climb and Lake District views. Entry on the day at New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel with junior races and prizes for top finishers.

Challenge yourself around Tittesworth Reservoir with scenic trails, moorland climbs and wide hill views in 10K, 22K or 50K options. Enjoy waymarked routes, stocked aid stations and a waterside finish with an event village.