Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2025-2026

Scenic flat trail around Maidenhead Commons and Summerleaze Lake on 26 July with 5K to half marathon options. Event base at the Sports Bar with marshals, chip timing, unique medal and free race photos for a friendly community day.

Enjoy a flat, fast riverside trail in Leeds on 26 July 2026 with a 43 to 45 km ultra or a 22 km half. Scenic footpaths pass St Aiden's and Fairburn Ings, and every finisher earns a local medal and a pint from Piglove Brewery.

Run the gardens of Hillsborough Castle on scenic forest routes past the fort and lake, finishing in the event village. Choose 10K or half while supporting Northern Ireland Hospice and enjoy pacers, free photos and a themed medal.

Take on the iconic Pen Y Fan with scenic trail routes to the summit, choose 5 miles or 13 miles, and enjoy chip timing, a finisher buff and medal. Well marshalled with post race treats, this is a classic Welsh hill challenge.

Tackle Pennine moorland in the Holme Moss Fell Race, a demanding 17.8 mile route with big climbs, rocky descents and navigation challenges. Test your skills, enjoy wide open views and reward yourself with post race food and prizes.

Tackle the Hameldon Quarry Race on 28 July 2026 in Hapton, Burnley, a lively 6.5 km trail with about 400 m of climb through Bowland terrain. Day entry only, low fees and team categories make it ideal for a spontaneous challenge.

Take on the classic Ambleside fell race near Rydal Park, a short but sharp climb to a rocky summit set in Lakeland scenery. Open to seniors and juniors with age categories, this BOFRA counter promises a stiff test of speed and stamina.

Join the Skipton Rock up n' Run pop up Summer Series along the scenic Leeds and Liverpool Canal in Rodley, with 5k and 10k distances for all abilities. Finishers get a jumble medal and can enjoy hot food plus a beer or soft drink.

She Strides is a women only 50K ultramarathon around Hebden Bridge, taking runners through woodland, moorland and picturesque villages with about 1,400 m of climbing. Vegan friendly aid stations, medals for all finishers and hot food await.

North Downs 50 from Loseley Park, Guildford is a scenic 50 km loop along the North Downs Way and Surrey hills on 1 August 2026. Multiple distances, a new Trailblazerz category and robust night support make it ideal for adventurous trail run..

Take on the Dovedale Dipper, a scenic trail run and challenge walk from Hartington through the Dove and Manifold valleys in the Peak District. Choose a long 27 mile route or a 15 mile option for gorgeous scenery and a village finish.

Tackle EDDUM 2026, a 50 mile loop along the Epynt Way around Sennybridge Training Area, framed by the Brecon Beacons and Cambrian Mountains. No time limit, fully stocked checkpoints and crew support.

Isaac's Tea Trail Ultra Backwards is a 37 mile loop through the North Pennines AONB and UNESCO Global Geopark. Rugged trails, big climbs and self guided navigation with checkpoints, tracking and post race food make for a scenic, testing day..

Explore Dartmoor with two marked trail races finishing at Ivybridge Rugby Club. Pick the 33.5 mile baby ultra across two 600 m summits or the 15.5 mile final section, then enjoy on site camping, food and finisher medals.

Newtonmore Highland Games : event overview The Newtonmore Highland Games take place each year on the first Saturday in August in Newtonmore. The event is held at The Eilan, the village shinty pitch, and includes heavy events, track and fiel..

Run the Esk Valley Way ultra from Castleton to Whitby Harbour beneath the Abbey ruins. This 36 mile point to point route combines moors and coast, limited to 100 runners and offering live tracking for a memorable, demanding challenge.

Enjoy the Totnes 10K along mostly off road riverside trails beside the River Dart, starting and finishing in Borough Park with a lively race hub and bespoke finisher medal. Limited places and proceeds support Totnes Caring.

Run a scenic 5K, 10K or half marathon through the grounds of Elvaston Castle Country Park on Sunday 2 August 2026. Enjoy a fast, multi terrain course, unique themed medal, free race photos and a lively event village.

Run the Vanguard Way Marathon or Half in Croydon on 02/08/2026 and enjoy a scenic route through parkland, woods and rolling countryside. Finish with a medal, goody bag and post race treats to celebrate your achievement.

Join the Farleton Knott fell race on Sunday 2 August 2026 for a steep 2.6 mile 4.2 km climb and descent with rewarding views from the top. Fast and scenic, the event welcomes juniors through seniors and has on site parking for a small fee.