Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

Enjoy a scenic trail run through the Staffordshire countryside starting and finishing at a canal side pub. This charity event features a 10k route followed by evening food and music.

Trail races around Derwentwater in Keswick with marked, marshalled 5K, 10K and 15K routes, an event village with music and food, and specific age and time limit rules for each distance.

A series of runs at Westonbirt Arboretum in Sept 2026 and Feb 2027, offering distances from 1 mile to half marathon on solid forest paths, with marked courses, feed stations, event medals and age‑based entry rules.

A one-day trail event on 5 September 2026 around Barmouth and Cadair Idris offering three race distances. Routes pass coastal viewpoints, forest tracks and mountain trails with marked courses, marshals, chip timing and post race provisions.

Choose a half marathon or full marathon along a flat, scenic riverside towpath from Walton on Thames to Hampton Court and back, run in laps for easy pacing. Limited places and medals for all finishers plus a giveaway for every entrant.

A long-distance walking and running event crossing Wales over a 45 mile linear route to be completed within 18 hours, presented as a weekend package with accommodation, coach transport, refreshment stops and route maps.

A women only 5 km obstacle course that emphasises teamwork and community. The course features low upper body obstacles, water features without full submersion, hot wash downs and a finisher medal.

A 23 mile walk and run from Gargrave Village Hall on 5 September 2026 through Malhamdale, visiting Kirkby Malham and other local landmarks, with a nine hour completion limit and checkpoint controls.

A summit-and-return mountain race from New Town Park, Fort William to the top of Ben Nevis and back on 5 September 2026, limited to 600 pre-selected, club-affiliated entrants who meet specific hill-racing qualifications.

A coastal 7k from Broadstairs to Ramsgate and back, starting on the beach at low tide. Team and individual prizes across age categories, on-site refreshments and live online results.

Experience a technical fell race through Yorkshire Lancashire and Cumbria. This 31 km route features steep climbs and open fell navigation for experienced runners seeking a high level mountain challenge in the Dales.

The Cheshire 100 Ultra Run follows the Cheshire Canal Ring from Northwich and is organised by New Era Community Boxing. Entry is open to those over 20, with route guidance, checkpoints, support options and a 36 hour time limit.

Point-to-point 50 km ultra on 5 September 2026 between Ramsbury Brewery and Renegade Brewery. Multi-terrain route with about 75% off-road, four aid stations, chip timing, live tracking and a 9 hour cut off.

A five hour multi-lap endurance run at Carron Valley around a medieval-style village, with solo and relay team categories, torchlit evening laps, encouraged fancy dress and themed awards for top lap counts and best costumes.

Trail marathon and half-marathon near Andover with hilly terrain to 280 m, marked routes, aid stations and chip timing; includes a Military Cup team competition for serving personnel.

A fell race of *8.9 km / 5.5 miles* with 274 m ascent near Hebden Bridge, held as part of Blackshaw Head Fete. Entry on the day is available for a fee; minimum age 18 and waterproof kit is mandatory.

A 26.4 mile fell marathon around five Wainwright summits, starting and finishing in Caldbeck, with GPS tracking, two checkpoints, water and snacks, a 12 hour cut-off, and options for walkers aged 18 and over.

A 35 mile circumnavigation of Tiree on 6 September 2026 that follows marked checkpoints around beaches and coastal paths. Open to individuals or two-person relay teams, with finish, prize giving and an evening ceilidh at Scarinish Beach Hot..

A short fell race in Burnsall, Wharfedale, covering *1.50 miles / 2.40 km* with about 800 ft (240 m) of ascent, featuring a steep heather climb to a cairn and a direct descent. Categories range from Under 9 to Seniors.

Experience a flat multi terrain course along the banks of the River Wye. This festival of running offers chip timed 10k and 5k races plus a family fun run and Canicross options for everyone to enjoy.