Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

A 37 mile loop through the North Pennines AONB starting and finishing in Allendale. Solo and three person relay options, about 4800 ft ascent, waymarked self navigation with checkpoints, downloadable map and GPX available.

Two Dartmoor trail races finish at Ivybridge Rugby Club, offering a **33.5 miles** Crossing and a **15.5 miles** Great Escape across open moorland and moorland villages. Both courses are marked and marshalled, include medals for finishers,..

Experience traditional Highland Games with tossing the caber, piping, Highland dancing and fairground fun at Newtonmore on Saturday 1 August 2026. Test yourself on the Creag Dhubh Hill Race a rugged 4½ mile climb with about 1200 feet ascent..

A 36 miles ultra along the Esk Valley Way from Castleton to Whitby Harbour with full GPS tracking, five checkpoints and route support. Entries limited to 100 and minimum age 20.

A 24 mile walk or run on footpaths around Calderdale, starting and finishing at Heath Rugby Club near Halifax, with checkpoints, refreshments and a finish meal; discounted entry for LDWA members and a certificate for finishers.

Join the Totnes 10K on Sunday 2 August 2026 for a scenic off road run alongside the River Dart, starting and finishing in Borough Park. Expect a fun 1 mile family run, bespoke medals and a lively village atmosphere.

Run the scenic grounds of Elvaston Castle at the Derby Running Festival with 5K, 10K and half marathon options on flat mixed trail and tarmac. Enjoy a themed medal, chip timing, free race photos and a lively event village.

Tackle the Vanguard Way Marathon or Half on 2 August from Croydon, a scenic out and back through parkland, woodlands and the North Downs with sweeping views and varied trails. Finishers get a medal and a goody bag.

Take on Farleton Knott near Kendal on Sunday 2 August 2026, a short but steep 4.2 km fell race with big climbs and great views. Hosted on Dallam Tower Estate and counting for BOFRA, it offers junior and senior races.

Three circular routes explore Birmingham's canals and the River Cole from Moseley Rugby Club. Distances are 18.5, 26.5 and 30 miles, mostly off road, with checkpoints, finish meal options and a finisher badge.

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.

Tackle just over 8 miles of hilly Cotswold Way and woodland trails at the Standish Woodland Chase on 02/08/2026, hosted by Stroud & District AC. Expect scenic climbs, a metal finisher medal and a lively community atmosphere.

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.

Tackle the Trunce 7 fell race in the Peak District, a punchy 3.9 mile course with about 190 m of climb and great views. Entry on the day keeps it friendly and there is a junior over 10 race, ideal for families and club runners.

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.

A multi-terrain 5.5 mile (8.8 km) race around Hopwood Hall near Middleton, Greater Manchester. Entries are limited to 200 and are managed by Middleton Harriers via SiEntries.

A four day, 184 mile multi-stage endurance race along the Thames Path from the source in the Cotswolds to the Thames Barrier in Greenwich. Each day is a separate ultra with accommodation provided on the first three nights.