Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

Two trail distances along the Mendip Way on 8 August 2026, finishing at Uphill Sands Beach. The routes feature woodlands, hilltop views and coastal terrain with aid stations and a cupless policy.

Challenge yourself to a scenic 17 km Lake District fell race with about 906 m of ascent across classic high ground around Grey Friar and Old Man. Pre entry only via SI Entries from 14 April and all proceeds support Alzheimer's Research UK.

Choose any number of laps on a scenic 5.3 km loop at Denbies Wine Estate to make distances from 5 km up to ultra. Timed event with a flexible 1.5 hour start window and support on a hilly off road course.

Join the Tegg's Nose Fell Race on Sat 8 Aug 2026 in the Peak District for a challenging 8 mile course with 525 m of climb and fine views. Held with sheep dog trials, this classic fell race accepts pre entries and entries on the day.

Tackle the Sticklepath Horseshoe a 15.5 km fell race over rugged moorland with 519 m climb. Pre entry is limited so book early. Bring map compass and solid navigation skills as this event is not suitable for beginners.

The Brecon Beacons 51k trail run starts in Talybont-on-Usk on 8 August 2026. The route heads into the hills for panoramic views across the Brecon Beacons countryside.

Open to Offas is a classic challenge in the Clwydian Hills of Northeast Wales. Choose from three route distances, all following the historic Offa's Dyke Path. Walkers and runners are welcome on this scenic, hilly adventure.

The Seven Sevens is a challenging 31 km mountain run in County Down with 2800 meters of climb. Runners must carry mandatory safety gear, with final kit requirements set on race day. The course is marked at major junctions only.

Explore Scotland's Ochil Hills from the University of Stirling. Choose from five scenic trail distances, from a 5k forest run to a challenging 50k ultra. The event features marked courses, aid stations, and a focus on sustainability, requir..

The West 100 is a 100-mile team trail run in Cornwall, completed within 36 hours. A support crew provides food and meets runners regularly along the route. The event has strict kit and qualification requirements, including prior 100k experi..

A multi-terrain 10 km trail at Ramsbury Brewery in Wiltshire with a Canicross option. Finishers get a medal, a pint cup and a free drink; the course features two water refill stations and chip timing.

The Hardmoors 26.2: Farndale offers a trail marathon, half marathon, and 10k through the scenic North York Moors. Strict kit requirements and time limits are in place for all distances. The event starts from Hutton Le Hole Village Hall.

A scenic 10k around Mount Ephraim Gardens on 9 August 2026, with a separate Junior Run, route maps and GPX files, participant medals and garden entry, and fundraising for Oasis Domestic Abuse Services.

Take on the Devil Half Marathon through the hidden trails of the Derwent Valley on 9 August 2026. This scenic 13.1 mile course offers big climbs, on course photos, live music, refreshments after the race and a finisher shirt.

Run a scenic 13 mile Lakeland route from Lowther Castle across Askham Fell and Lowther Valley, including a ford of the River Lowther. A challenging and rewarding trail and fell mix on Sunday 9 August 2026 with proceeds to Eden Valley Hospic..

Tackle a classic Saddleworth fell race with sweeping views over Manchester on a testing 10 km course with 400 m of climb. Mass start from the Cross Keys Inn with on the day entry available and a well earned chip butty at the finish.

A riverside race series along the Thames Path between Petersham and Barnes offering 10 km, half marathon and marathon distances. Routes run on towpath trail, are well marked and marshalled, with stocked checkpoints and KLP Medics support.

Multi-terrain 10k and half marathon around Wye with valley views and the hillside chalk crown. On-site event village, toilets and refreshments are provided and entries are priced differently for affiliated and unaffiliated runners.

A trail running festival at Tulliallan castle grounds with marked, marshalled off road routes across multiple distances, including a 1.5 km family run. Organised by Scurry Events, finishers receive a medal and some proceeds support local ch..

The Hart 4 is a four-hour trail relay where teams of four race a scenic 4km loop at Minley Manor. With categories for male, female, and mixed teams, it's a fun, traffic-free challenge. The event features chip timing, medals for all, and a l..