Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

A hill race on 15 April 2026 covering 5.7 km with 380 m of ascent across Fairlie Glen and the summit plateau. Entries are limited to 150, and prizegiving with a hot drink and cake is held at Fairlie Parish Church.

A short fell race on 15 April 2026 at Forest Glen, Wellington covering 4.5 km with 247 m of climb. Pre-entry and on the day entry are available, junior races run before the senior event and the race holds FRA insurance.

The MTC Gelert is a 47-mile ultramarathon along Wales's scenic National Cycle Route 8, from Barmouth to Llanidloes. It is also the third day of the CYMRUN multi-day challenge. The event has a strict 4 mph pace requirement and provides a bes..

A 230 km trail challenge over 75 hours on the Pennine Bridleway with GPX navigation, two indoor checkpoints offering hot meals and sleeping space, and a small capped field with finish medals and trophies.

A 137 km Pennine Bridleway trail challenge with a 50 hours cut off, indoor checkpoints with hot meals and drop bag access, safety team support and a hostel finish. Field size is limited and the minimum age is 20.

A six hour event at Kingsbury Water Park where participants complete as many 3.3 mile laps as they can. The mostly flat route passes five ponds and a river over grass, gravel and short asphalt sections.

An 8 km forest path race in Castlewellan Forest Park with 300 m of climb. It is the first event in the 2026 Hills and Dales series, organised by Newcastle AC with entry via SiEntries.

Experience a fast and flat trail race around the scenic Clowbridge Reservoir. This 5 km trail event offers a two lap course off the Pennine Bridleway and is open to all runners aged 11 and over.

A guided 10 km night trail run from Milngavie Train Station exploring the Clyde Coastal Path and West Highland Way. Social groups led by a qualified guide, trail shoes and a head torch required; no dogs or under 18s.

Join PHOENIX Fridays Run for a Tenner for a relaxed timed riverside run with flexible rock up and run starts supporting Rays of Sunshine. Choose distances from 5 km to ultra and earn a special medal on a flat towpath.

Experience a scenic 40 mile ultra marathon along National Cycle Route 8 from Glasbury to Merthyr Tydfil. This quadrennial event offers a well supported route through the Heart of Wales with unique finishers medals.

Experience a 102 mile ultramarathon through Cheshire and the Sandstone Trail. This 32 hour challenge features 12 supported checkpoints and rewarding trail terrain for experienced long distance runners.

A looped trail event on 18 April 2026 from Windsor Racecourse offering 50 km, 25 km and 10 km options through Great Park, Runnymede and the Thames Path with covered rest stops, medical support and GPS tracking.

Experience the landscape of the Shropshire Hills through a series of trail runs and walks ranging from 10 km to 80 km. Enjoy local food and historical landmarks while supporting educational charity programs.

Run Like Hell is a 13km coastal trail race on the north cliffs of Cornwall on Saturday 18 April 2026. The out and back course starts at The Hells Mouth Coffee House and includes a three hour cut off and a discounted £15 entry for those who..

A 50K trail ultra across the Chiltern Hills from Berkhamsted Castle to Hampden Meadow via Ashridge, Ivinghoe Beacon, Coombe Hill and Whiteleaf Hill. Fully marked route with three checkpoints and a nine hour time limit.

Trail runs at Thoresby Park on 18 April 2026 span from a 2km family run to a half marathon across parkland. Canicross and Nordic walking options are available and finishers receive merchandise, a medal and a snack.

Experience a guided 18 mile adventure across the Malvern Hills ridge and surrounding woodlands. This social group run features over 1300m of elevation and stunning panoramic views at a non competitive pace.

Experience the rugged beauty of Brecon Beacons National Park with a choice of 10, 20, or 40 mile trail races. Navigate mountain ridges and forest paths in this supported event starting from Gilestone Farm.

Experience the rolling hills and lowland heath of the South Downs National Park with five trail distances ranging from 12km to 110km. All races start and finish at a vibrant event village on the historic Cowdray Estate.