Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

Circular 18.5, 26.5 and 30 mile runs or walks through Birmingham's canal network, mostly off road and largely flat. Routes start and finish at Moseley Rugby Club and include canal heritage, reservoirs, city landmarks and staffed checkpoints..

Form a team and run a 27 mile relay along the traffic free Formartine and Buchan Way. Shared across 9 legs from Peterhead to Ellon, this event includes finishers medals and post race refreshments for all participants.

A coastal *10 miles* race on 2 August 2026 from Souter Lighthouse along the South Shields coastline, featuring a marked mixed surface out and back route, on course water, a commemorative 10th anniversary medal and awards for top finishers.

Part of the Aberdour Festival, the Donkey Brae Races feature a timed 7 mile coastal course, a 2 mile village route and a c.1 km fun run, finishing at Silver Sands Park with on-course hydration, medals and prizes.

A road half marathon and a multi-terrain 5K around Sturminster Newton on 2 August 2026, organised by the Dorset Doddlers as a Dorset Road Race League event with on-course support and children's races at the school field.

A coastal trail marathon and half marathon on Holy Island and Spittal with multi terrain routes, tidal causeway access, limited entries and on-course support. Finishers receive a commemorative medal.

Enjoy the Parwich Panoramic Five on Tue 4 Aug 2026, a scenic 8.5 km trail from the Sycamore Inn in Parwich, Peak District. Expect panoramic views and a 200 m climb; on the day entry only, £5.

Crow Hill Reverse fell race in the South West Pennines on 4 Aug 2026 offers a steep 8 km route with 305 m of climb from Dusty Miller pub in Mytholmroyd. No pre entry required; join on the day for £5 and tackle a classic Pennine fell.

A new 4 mile route around Bradwell in the Peak District on Tue 4 Aug 2026 climbs 276 m for a rewarding hill challenge. Teams welcome and pre entry opens in May with on the day entries available at Bradwell Sports Pavilion.

Tackle the scenic Cracken Edge fell race in the Peak District on Wed 5 Aug 2026, a challenging 11.3 km route with 442 m of climb. Join runners raising funds for Kinder Mountain Rescue Team; teams welcome and entries available on the day.

A multi-terrain five and a half mile (8.8 km) race around Hopwood Hall on the outskirts of Middleton, Greater Manchester. Entry limit 200, minimum age 16, with prize categories for individual and team finishers.

Wear a helmet for a great cause during this unique evening trail run in Westbury. Support charity while navigating local trails and competing for the best helmet prize.

Enjoy a scenic five mile multi terrain race through the Cheshire countryside starting in Moulton. All participants are rewarded with a traditional pie and peas supper at the finish line with various dietary options available.

Scenic evening cross-country at North Perrott Cricket Club with a two-lap 10K and a one-lap 6K fun run; limited to 250 entries and raising funds for local community projects.

Experience a four day endurance race covering 184 miles along the River Thames. This multi stage event features four unique ultra marathons and requires participants to be self sufficient while navigating the historic river path.

Experience a 57 mile point to point ultra marathon following the scenic Thames Path from Kemble to Oxford. Enjoy a well supported route featuring multiple checkpoints, bespoke finisher medals, and trophies for top performers.

A pop up summer running event at the back of the Rodley Barge Pub alongside the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. Offers 5k and 10k races with on the day registration, a jumble medal and hot food with a drink for all runners.

Tackle the classic Eshton Moor fell race from Old Hall Farm, Gargrave: 8.3 km with 172 m ascent across rolling York Dales terrain. Entry on the day only, with junior races and a friendly club atmosphere.

A 49 mile point to point ultra from Travelodge Oxford Abingdon Road to Henley-on-Thames along the Thames Path, with three checkpoints, mandatory GPX navigation and a minimum average pace of 4.0 miles per hour; finishers receive a bespoke me..

A timed Friday run on a 5.3 km out and back towpath loop along the River Thames. The event is promoted as a ten pound charity entry for Rays of Sunshine and includes a double sided finisher medal.