Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

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.

A marked trail event in the Brecon Beacons offering 10, 20 and 40 mile routes with marshals, well stocked checkpoints and enforced mandatory kit. Canicross is allowed under specific rules and medical support is provided on site.

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.

A Castleton based trail event on 18 April 2026 offering 70 km and 35 km courses around the central Peak District, with entries via SiEntries and support for Peak District National Park Foundation projects.

A multi-distance mountain event in Abergavenny on 18 and 19 April 2026, featuring 50 mile, 30 mile and 20 mile courses through the Black Mountains and the Blaenavon World Heritage landscape. Routes include upland climbs and sections of hist..

A multi distance event along the Two Moors Way across Devon, featuring a 112 mile non stop coast to coast ultra plus 75 km, 100 km and marathon stages. Participants navigate the waymarked route with live GPS tracking and checkpoint support.

A 12k trail run in Burnsall on 18 April 2026 following the first section of the half marathon with a diversion via Appletreewick. Part of the Due North Trail series, the event includes drinks stations, a post race meal, merchandise and priz..

A half marathon trail race in Burnsall following sections of the Dales Way with about 500 m of ascent, riverside and field terrain, drink stations and a post-race meal; free parking and prizes for overall and age-category winners.

An inflatable obstacle 5K at Donington Park in Derby on Saturday 18 April 2026, presented as a larger, bouncier 2026 edition with recent booking activity.

Canal-side running in Saltaire with 5K, 10K and half marathon options. Entries are available online or on the day, and finishers receive a jumble medal, hot food and a drink.

Burnsall 12K is a trail race in Burnsall Village on 18 April 2026, following the first section of the half marathon and measuring about 11 km. The event is UKA licensed, requires minimum kit and has an age limit of 17 plus.

Experience a classic 5.6 km fell race in the South Pennines featuring the Blackstone Edge Trig point and Roman Old Road. This fast and rough course is a counter for the FRA English Championship.

A 13th edition mountain running event in the Lake District covering about 40 miles with roughly 2500 m ascent, visiting summits including Helvellyn and High Street. The course is a figure of eight with a 27 mile short route option.

Backyard Ultra at Delapre Abbey in Northampton offers solo, pairs or an 8 loop option on 4.167 mile (6.7 km) hourly loops. Entry fees range from £85 to £225.

A 9 km fell race in the Peak District, starting from Kettleshulme Village Hall. The event supports the local primary school. Pre-entry is required.

The inaugural Essex County Fell Championships features a new 10km course with 450m of climb. This open-entry fell race offers county prizes for qualified Essex runners. Every finisher receives a free drink.

Experience the Newlands Valley Horseshoe at this Category AL fell race near Keswick. Traverse 24.7 km of exposed peaks and over 2300 meters of elevation in the heart of the Lake District.

The Newlands Memorial Race will take place in Stair on Saturday 18 April 2026. You can run 19 kilometers.

A championship mountain trail race on Binevenagh with a 6.2-mile (10 km) marked, chip-timed course and 350 m of ascent. Online entries only; full kit is required and proceeds support the Northwest Mountain Rescue Team.

Enjoy a flat riverside run along the Thames with a flexible timed format. Choose your own distance from 5km to an ultra marathon on a scenic 5.3km out and back loop.