Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

A short, sharp hill race held as part of the Glenurquhart Highland Games. The 3.5-mile course climbs 700 feet, with much of it visible from the main field. It finishes back in the arena with a highland welcome.

Choose your distance in this 7 hour time challenge at Dare Valley Country Park. Enjoy a baking competition, themed medals, and a well stocked aid station on a course featuring scenic parkland views.

Hit the trails at the Wendover Woods Running Festival in August 2026. Choose from a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, or Junior Race on scenic woodland paths. Enjoy chip timing, a themed medal, and free race photos.

Cross the South Downs National Park on this 52 mile route starting from Plumpton College. Complete the 7000 feet of ascent within 23 hours while visiting historic villages and enjoying full checkpoint support.

Event Overview The Gecko Gathering running event takes place on Sunday 23 August 2026 at Scorrier House, a private estate in Cornwall near Redruth. The event features several timed distance options. Distances Participants can choose from th..

The Richmond Park Half and Full Marathon are on August 23, 2026, in Richmond Park. The course includes park trails and landmarks, with goody bags for finishers. This UK Athletics affiliated event has limited entries.

A point to point mixed terrain run from Mayflower Park, Southampton, following The Old Way with a short river boat crossing, historic landmarks, sticker-collecting race bibs and options for coach transport and alternative eco medals.

A scenic 21km trail race taking place around Derwentwater and the Borrowdale fells. The well-marked, hilly course starts at Lingholm and finishes in Keswick, with a medal for every finisher. It is open to runners aged 17 and over.

Test your endurance on a 44 kilometer trail marathon over England's highest mountain. This self-navigated mountain race through the scenic Borrowdale valley offers a technical course for experienced trail runners.

The Trail Trot, formerly The Rings, returns with four scenic distances on the South Downs. Starting at Lancing College, routes mix light trails and pathways, offering views from Lancing Ring to Chanctonbury. The event features full support..

A trail event in Afan Forest Park offering two measured routes of about 6.5 miles and 10.5 miles with substantial climb and prize categories. A separate one mile Mini Beast for children includes a finisher medal and sweets.

Head to Dalkeith Country Park for a unique trail running challenge. Choose between a 5 km or 10 km 'ruck run', carrying a weighted pack through the estate's woodlands. Live chip timing tracks your progress on the historic paths.

The Pennington Flash 5 mile Trail Race is set for 23 August 2026 at Leigh Sports Village. This TRA licensed event offers separate entry fees for affiliated and unaffiliated participants.

Experience a scenic run through the historic Richmond Park on this UK Athletics Affiliated course. Choose between a half or full marathon distance following the trails and private roads of London’s largest Royal Park.

Trail races over half marathon and marathon distances take place entirely inside Richmond Park, starting and finishing at Sheen Gate. The course passes gates, lakes and wooded sections and includes several drink and feed stations.

Experience a scenic 10k trail race on the Isle of Arran through Glen Cloy. This route features forestry roads and rough footpaths with 600 feet of ascent starting from Brodick.

Take on the Trunce 8, a classic Peak District fell race starting and finishing at Oxspring Playing Field. The 6.2 km route climbs 190 m and entry is on the day for £3, with a junior 3 km race for over 10s at £1.

Tackle Roseberry Topping on Wed 26 Aug 2026 in this classic short fell race hosted from Newton under Roseberry. Expect a punchy 2.3 km course with big climb and great views, junior entries welcome and on the day entry available.

Take on the Fellrunner Golf Ball in Rossendale for a gritty 8.8 km fell race with 244 m of climbing across classic Bowland terrain. Teams are welcome and post race food and drink ensure a warm community finish.

Take on the classic Holcombe Two Towers fell race on Wednesday 26 August 2026 in the South West Pennines, a challenging 4 mile course with 400 m of climb through rugged moorland. Expect steep trails, great views and a lively community atmos..