Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

Take on the Mullaghcarn Giant on Saturday 25 July 2026, a scenic but testing 12 km mountain race with a summit at Mullaghcarn and around 500 m of ascent. Expect rugged, boggy terrain so trail shoes and mandatory safety kit are required.

Scenic flat trail around Maidenhead Commons and Summerleaze Lake on 26 July with 5K to half marathon options. Event base at the Sports Bar with marshals, chip timing, unique medal and free race photos for a friendly community day.

Choose 10K or half marathon routes from Hillsborough Castle and Gardens on traffic free paths past the lake, fort and woods. Enjoy mile markers, pacers, themed medal, photos and an event village while supporting Northern Ireland Hospice.

Trail runs on 26 July 2026 around Pen Y Fan with two distance options, 5 miles and 13 miles. Entries include a buff, medal and chip timing and specific compulsory kit is required for each distance.

Tackle the classic Holme Moss Fell Race, a rugged 28 km Pennine moorland challenge with steep climbs, rocky ground and river crossings. Limited to 200 experienced runners, bring navigation skills and mandatory kit for a true fell adventure.

Take on 12 scenic miles from the Pentlands to Musselburgh beach on 26 July 2026, mixing trails, urban orienteering and road. Entries limited to 275 and must be booked online, with a dramatic compulsory run across the sand to finish.

Run 14 miles along the Northumberland coast from Beadnell to Alnmouth on 26 July 2026, mixing sand, road and trail and finishing on the beach. Limited places and a 3 hour 30 minute cut off for tide and safety mean book early.

Take on the Garendon Gallop 10K, a scenic trail through Garendon Park near Loughborough with undulating open and wooded sections and a couple of gentle climbs. Enjoy chip timed results, free race photos and a technical finisher T shirt.

RunThrough Trails South Downs leads along the South Downs Way from 12k to 50k with sweeping views across Hampshire and Sussex. Marked routes, aid stations, an event village and a themed medal with free photos create a memorable day.

Bright Skies Surrey Hills on 26 July 2026 at Denbies Wine Estate in Dorking offers trail races from 10K to marathon, plus Canix and kids races. The marathon is self navigated with mandatory checkpoints.

Tackle the Hameldon Quarry Race on 28 July 2026 in Hapton, Burnley, a lively 6.5 km trail with about 400 m of climb through Bowland terrain. Day entry only, low fees and team categories make it ideal for a spontaneous challenge.

Tackle the Fellrunner at Lee Mill Quarry, a 10km fell race with 332 m climb, offering steep scenic trails and a tough workout. Entry on the day and teams welcome make this a lively opener for the Rossendale mid week series.

Take on the classic Ambleside fell race near Rydal Park, a short but sharp climb to a rocky summit set in Lakeland scenery. Open to seniors and juniors with age categories, this BOFRA counter promises a stiff test of speed and stamina.

Join Skipton's Rock up n' Run on 30 July 2026 for a lively evening 5k or 10k on road and trail as part of a pop up Summer Series. Turn up on the night, grab a jumble medal and enjoy hot food and a beer or soft drink.

Join the Heart Of The Lakes Rydal Round, a scenic Lake District fell run of 9 miles with 915 m climb around Rydal Park. Entry is on the day and the race opens Ambleside Sports; sports field admission applies.

Women-only 50k ultramarathon from Wadsworth Community Centre in Hebden Bridge. A marked circular route across woodland and moorland with about 1400 m ascent, four vegan-friendly checkpoints and a 10 hour cutoff.

Looped trail routes from Guildford across the North Downs Way and Surrey hills, with 50 km, 25 km and 10 km options. The event offers covered rest stops, GPS tracking, medical support and finisher kit including a medal and t shirt.

Explore the Dove and Manifold valleys at the Dovedale Dipper on 1 August 2026, choosing the 26 mile Big Dipper or 15 mile Little Dipper from Hartington Village Hall. Rugged trails and classic Peak District views make this a memorable naviga..

A 50 mile loop around the Epynt Way on 1 August 2026 starting and finishing at Noyadd Farm Camping in Builth Wells. The mostly trail route has 8,559 ft of elevation, five stocked checkpoints and no time limits.

A reverse 37 mile loop from Allendale through the North Pennines AONB with 4800 ft of ascent, self navigating route markers and GPX support. Solo and three person relay options are offered with checkpoints, tracking and event photos.