Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2025-2026

Welcome to the most comprehensive guide to trail races in the UK for 2025-2026! Our curated list features an impressive 1227 trail runs across the enchanting landscapes of Scotland, and Wales. From the iconic trails of London's green outskirts to the rugged terrains near Birmingham, from Glasgow's scenic paths to Liverpool's historic routes, we've got every trail enthusiast covered.

Whether you're a seasoned trail runner looking for your next challenge or a newbie eager to explore the world of off-road running, our calendar is your one-stop solution. Dive deep into the details by searching for a specific location or simply browse through to discover new trail runs. Looking for all running events? Check out the complete Running Calendar United Kingdom on running.life.

The Summer Boudicca Way 50km Ultra is a beginner-friendly ultramarathon in Norfolk, following the Boudicca Way from Diss to Norwich. Organised by Boghopper Races Ltd, the 50km route runs through villages such as Pulham Market, Fritton, Saxlingham, Stoke Holy Cross and Caistor St. Edmund along the ol..

Welsh 3000's Ultra Run is a guided mountain day in Snowdonia, North Wales. The route covers approximately 30 miles (50 km) and about 4,000 metres of ascent, linking the 15 Welsh 3,000-ft peaks across the Snowdon, Carneddau and Glyderau massifs, including the dramatic Crib Goch traverse. Run as a gui..

Jurassic Coast Ultra Run is a 30-mile, largely coastal and hilly trail ultra starting and finishing at Knoll Beach, Studland Bay, Dorset. Guided by an experienced ultra runner and coach, the route traverses inland along Purbeck Way to Corfe Castle, climbs to ridge panoramas, then descends to Kimmeri..

Robin Hood 100 is an ultra by HOBO Pace in Nottinghamshire, starting at Sturton Road, South Wheatley Village Hall, near Retford. The 100-mile, fully marked course follows the Chesterfield Canal towpath into Sherwood Forest, looping through Creswell Crags, Welbeck Estate, Clumber Park and Thoresby Es..

The Woods 2026, held Saturday 12 September 2026, is a trail running event set on Tehidy Woods on the North Coast. It features a rolling 4-mile loop through the woods, with four duration-based categories: Rowan (3 hours), Ash (6 hours), Beech (9 hours) and Oak (12 hours), where participants decide ho..

The Farnham Pilgrim Marathon is a full marathon event held at The Sands Recreation Ground, opposite The Barley Mow Pub, Littleworth Road, Farnham, Surrey GU10. The listing highlights spectacular views, emphasizing the scenic nature of the race in the Surrey Hills. Entry is £40, with a cap of 1,000 p..

Three Towers Ultra offers two long-distance options on the West Pennine Moors in Lancashire: 39 miles with about 5,890 feet of ascent, and 55 miles with about 8,350 feet. The course starts in Darwen, just south of Blackburn, and visits three famous towers—Jubilee, Rivington, and Peel—over demanding,..

Ranger Ultras Yorkshire Pen-Y-Ghent 50k is an off-road ultra in North Yorkshire, starting and finishing at Hawes Market House. The 50-km route climbs about 1,280 metres, tracking from Hawes along the Cam Road to Horton-in-Ribblesdale, summiting Pen-y-Ghent, then returning along the same route. The e..

Yorkshire 3 Peaks 70/100km Ultra 2026 takes place from Hawes Market House in North Yorkshire, with two distance options: 70km or a combined 100km via a 30km loop. The course traces the limestone trails over Whernside, Ingleborough and Pen-y-Ghent, returning along Cam Road, totaling 2185 metres of as..

The Raby Castle Trail Runs take place on Sunday 20 September 2026 at Raby Castle, Staindrop, Darlington, DL2 3AH. Distances listed for the event include: 5 Mile 10 Mile 15 Mile 20 Mile 25 Mile 30 Mile The 5 mile route is run as a single lap; the 10 mile event is two laps and the 15 mile event is..

The Bradenham Blast takes place on Sunday 20th September 2026 and offers three trail distances: 5km 10km Half Marathon (21.1km) Routes run through beech woodland and across the Bradenham Estate in the Chiltern Hills, which is an arable nature reserve. The course is hilly: the half marathon has si..

Punk Panther Yorkshire Reservoir Dogs is an off-road endurance event organized by Punk Panther Ultra Marathons, staged around Otley in West Yorkshire. The race offers three distances: 13, 20, and 32 miles, with climbs of roughly 1,400–3,500 feet. The route, devised by the Punk Panther team, winds pa..

October 2026

The South Downs 100 mile (Autumn Event) is a challenging single-loop trail race held in the scenic South Downs National Park, starting at Plumpton Racecourse in Lewes, East Sussex. Covering 100 miles with over 12,000 feet of elevation, the course features rolling hills and stunning views, supported..

Starting and finishing at St Martha's, Guildford, the North Downs Way Ultra Run is a 30-mile trail journey through the Surrey Hills. The route highlights the best sections of the North Downs Way, including Box Hill and Denbies Wine Estate, with sweeping downs views before looping back to Guildford v..

The Cannock Chase Running Festival is scheduled for Sunday, 11 October 2026 at Concert Field, Birches Valley, Cannock Chase Forest, Rugeley, WS15 2UQ. The event offers multiple distances on forest terrain and includes a separate junior race. The course runs along forest paths, woodland tracks and g..

The Sheffield Tententen is a popular multi-terrain trail running event held annually in Endcliffe Park, Sheffield. Featuring a 10k race and a 2.5k fun run for children aged 4 to 14, it attracts over 1,000 participants each year. The course offers a creative mix of grass, road, paved paths, and woodl..

The Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge in Durham is a trail running event held at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club along the scenic River Wear, offering views of the Cathedral. Participants can run laps of approximately 4.37 miles (7 km), with options to complete distances from a minimum of 3 km up to ultra..

Ranger Ultras High Peak 70/100km Ultra is a two-distance trail race based in Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire. Runners choose between 70km and 100km routes, retracing the Cromford and High Peak Railway with an out-and-back course from Whaley Bridge to Newhaven (70km) or Middleton Top near Cromford (100km)...

Ranger Ultras’ HP18km Trail Run is a mid-distance, off-road challenge in the Peak District, starting and finishing in Whaley Bridge, High Peak, Derbyshire. Runners cover 18km along an out-and-back route to the upper Goyt Valley, with about 488 metres of ascent. It’s described as a low-key, great-val..

Punk Panther Nidderdale Way is a trail ultramarathon set on the Nidderdale Way in North Yorkshire, England. It offers four distances — 13, 20, 32 and 55 miles — with significant elevation gain and iconic Nidderdale scenery, including Ripley Castle, Brimham Rocks, Scar House Reservoir and How Stean G..