Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

On 11 January 2026 the Falkland Yomp offers an exhilarating 11 km trail run through Falkland Estate with steep climbs, fast descents and varied footing. The race sells out each year and entries are full with a waiting list open.

Kings Garn Gutter orienteering in the New Forest on Sunday 11 January offers runnable forest, streams and updated 1:10,000 maps. Courses range from short novice path events to long technical routes so all abilities can join.

A classic winter fell race in Commondale, North York Moors, featuring 8.3 km and 220 m of climb starting from the village hall. Entry on the day and a friendly winter series vibe make it ideal for adventurous runners.

Run the Ashington 10K Trail on 11 January and enjoy a scenic, relatively flat 10 km through Ashington Community Woods and QEII Country Park. Woodland and lakeside trails, a finisher medal and canicross friendly entry make it ideal for winte..

Run Delamere Forest on 11 January 2026 across wide trails and singletrack, mostly flat with a final climb up Old Pale. Pick the 10 km or 13.1 mile route and enjoy electronic timing, finish drinks and a custom finisher's medal.

Join a friendly guided 10k at High Lodge in Thetford Forest on 11 January 2026, led at a conversational pace perfect for runners taking their first steps into trail running. Enjoy mostly flat woodland paths, group support and an optional co..

Take part in a regional ranking orienteering at West Woods near Marlborough with courses for beginners to experienced navigators through mature woodland. Entry is online only and full leg cover and a whistle are compulsory.

Take on The Lamb's Longer Leg in Hayfield, Peak District on Sunday 11 Jan 2026, a scenic but testing 5 km course with 305 m of climb. Entry is by pre entry only and parking is limited; teams are welcome.

Join Mallusk Harriers for the Mathieson Cup and Shield XC on 11 January 2026 at Mallusk Playing Fields, Belfast. Part of the Athletics NI Cross Country League, expect classic off road terrain from flat to hilly and races from 800 m to 8K.

Orienteering at Beverley Westwood on Sunday 11 January offers runnable common land, small woods and some climbs across courses for all abilities from White to Brown. Golf greens are out of bounds and dogs are welcome under control.

Take on winter fell at Giggleswick School on 11 January 2026 with a testing 6.2 km course and 135 m of climb to challenge your trail legs. Advance entry via Helm Hill is required and juniors are welcome to join shorter races.

Join the Slothful Run on 12 January 2026 at Pengethley Manor, Ross on Wye for scenic loops through vineyards and rolling hills. Distances from 5k to ultra welcome walkers and runners with a single seven hour time limit.

Tackle a seven day offroad challenge at Pengethley Manor with daily distance choices from 5k to ultra across hilly vineyard laps. Enter single days or all seven to earn a unique medal each day or join virtually and collect them by post.

The Proud Run at Pengethley Manor offers scenic offroad laps through vineyards and hills. Choose from 5k to ultra and enjoy a friendly course suitable for walkers and runners within a 7 hour limit.

Explore Hankley Common on a guided 10 km trail run that visits the Atlantic Wall and offers sweeping open views. Runs are led by a qualified coach in a friendly group, at sunset or by headtorch, with a chance of an alcohol free beer after.

Join the Lusty Run at Pengethley Manor for off road laps through manor grounds and two vineyards, with a hill each circuit and distances from 5k to ultra. Onsite or virtual entries let you take part in this scenic, tough challenge.

Take on The Angry Run at Pengethley Manor in Ross on Wye with an offroad loop through vineyards and a challenging hill. Choose your distance from 5k to ultra, walkers and runners welcome, finish within seven hours and earn a finisher medal.

Join EpicTrails for an 8 km guided headtorch trail run from Milngavie on local paths including parts of the Clyde Coastal Path and West Highland Way. This friendly social run is safety focused and requires a headtorch and trail shoes.

Join the Gluttonous Run at Pengethley Manor, Ross on Wye for a scenic off road challenge through vineyards and a cheeky hill, part of the Seven Deadly Sins series. Pick 5k to ultra, earn a finish medal or run virtually.

Punk Panther Green Gateways is a scenic trail race around Leeds and Meanwood Valley on 17 Jan 2026 with 14, 20 and 34 mile routes. Courses are off road through green spaces with checkpoints, trackers, UTMB qualifier and a finisher medal.