Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

A traditional fell race on Farleton Knott near Kendal, featuring a 2.6-mile course with 750 feet of climb. It includes multiple junior age categories and counts towards the BOFRA Championship. Parking is available for a small fee.

Join the Round Hill fell race for a challenging 14.1 km course with sweeping York Dales views, starting and finishing in charming Timble village. Entry is on the day for a small fee and part of the proceeds support brain tumour research.

A one lap trail race around Templeton Woods on 2 August 2026 covering about 5.5 miles. The event is open to runners aged 18 and over and features marked routes, first aid, refreshments and age and team prizes.

Explore Birmingham's historic canal network and industrial heritage on a flat, off road circular course. Choose from distances of 18.5, 26.5, or 30 miles starting from Moseley Rugby Club.

Form a team and run a 27 mile relay along the traffic free Formartine and Buchan Way. Shared across 9 legs from Peterhead to Ellon, this event includes finishers medals and post race refreshments for all participants.

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of this coastal 10 mile race along the scenic cliffs of South Shields. Enjoy a marshalled out and back course featuring landmarks like Marsden Rock and Sandhaven Beach.

Part of the Aberdour Festival, the Donkey Brae Races feature a timed 7 mile coastal course, a 2 mile village route and a c.1 km fun run, finishing at Silver Sands Park with on-course hydration, medals and prizes.

Enjoy the Parwich Panoramic Five on Tue 4 Aug 2026, a scenic 8.5 km trail from the Sycamore Inn in Parwich, Peak District. Expect panoramic views and a 200 m climb; on the day entry only, £5.

Crow Hill Reverse fell race in the South West Pennines on 4 Aug 2026 offers a steep 8 km route with 305 m of climb from Dusty Miller pub in Mytholmroyd. No pre entry required; join on the day for £5 and tackle a classic Pennine fell.

A new 4 mile route around Bradwell in the Peak District on Tue 4 Aug 2026 climbs 276 m for a rewarding hill challenge. Teams welcome and pre entry opens in May with on the day entries available at Bradwell Sports Pavilion.

Tackle the scenic Cracken Edge fell race in the Peak District on Wed 5 Aug 2026, a challenging 11.3 km route with 442 m of climb. Join runners raising funds for Kinder Mountain Rescue Team; teams welcome and entries available on the day.

Experience a scenic 8.8 km multi terrain run through the paths and country lanes surrounding historic Hopwood Hall in Greater Manchester. This limited capacity event features a variety of surfaces and local team prizes.

Enjoy a scenic five mile multi terrain race through the Cheshire countryside starting in Moulton. All participants are rewarded with a traditional pie and peas supper at the finish line with various dietary options available.

The Haselbury Trailrace will take place in North Perrott on Wednesday 5 August 2026. You can run between 6 and 10 kilometers.

Experience a four day endurance race covering 184 miles along the River Thames. This multi stage event features four unique ultra marathons and requires participants to be self sufficient while navigating the historic river path.

Experience a 57 mile point to point ultra marathon following the scenic Thames Path from Kemble to Oxford. Enjoy a well supported route featuring multiple checkpoints, bespoke finisher medals, and trophies for top performers.

Join this relaxed summer pop up race along the flat Leeds and Liverpool Canal in Rodley. Choose between a 5k or 10k distance and enjoy a medal, hot food, and a drink at the finish.

Tackle the classic Eshton Moor fell race from Old Hall Farm, Gargrave: 8.3 km with 172 m ascent across rolling York Dales terrain. Entry on the day only, with junior races and a friendly club atmosphere.

Experience a 49 mile trail run through picturesque Oxfordshire along the historic Thames Path. This challenging second stage of the Thames Challenge features riverside views and includes a finisher medal for all successful participants.

A timed Friday run on a 5.3 km out and back towpath loop along the River Thames. The event is promoted as a ten pound charity entry for Rays of Sunshine and includes a double sided finisher medal.