Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

Tackle a 45 or 30 mile ultra run on a loop around Bristol. Starting from Aston Park School, the event offers two challenging distances. Registration closes on 21 August 2026.

Take on the Gateshead Trail 10 km through Derwent Walk Country Park on 22 Aug 2026. Enjoy mostly gentle trails and a social double loop. Finish in a lively village with food, music and coffee and grab a designer medal bottle opener.

The Beast of Llangattock is a Welsh trail running event with four distances, from 10 km to a 32-mile ultra. Routes showcase panoramic mountain views, open moorland, and historic trails. The event features well-stocked checkpoints, mandatory..

Trail half marathon and 10k around Carsington Water on 22 August 2026, on marked and marshalled paths. The event includes an event village with food and finish-line goodies and a discounted event t-shirt with entry.

The Hartsop Hop is a challenging 19.5 km fell run with 1370m of ascent, starting from Hartsop in the Lake District. Runners face significant route choices and a strict cut-off point. The course finishes with a steep final descent back to th..

A challenging fell race in Northumberland's beautiful countryside. The 5.8km route features 300m of climb and is part of the regional championship. Entry is available on the day.

A long fell race across the Ochil Hills from Glen Devon to Stirling University, visiting multiple summit controls. The route includes two marked sections, mandatory navigation kit, and pre entry or limited on the day entry.

Choose from five distances on a fast, flat canal towpath course near Leeds. Enjoy a supportive atmosphere with multiple aid stations and finish-line treats like a BBQ roll and a bespoke medal. It's a popular event with a social focus.

The Phoenix Afterglow is the final event in a 2026 summer series, held on a flat, scenic 5.3km loop along the River Mersey. Participants choose their own distance within a 7-hour window, with a finisher's medal for everyone. The event suppo..

Celebrate 10 years of the Dunoon Ultra Marathon in the Scottish Highlands. Choose between a challenging solo ultra or a team relay on stunning, fully-marked trail routes. All finishers receive a medal, race bag, and post race refreshments.

Run the Borders is a 109 km loop on the Borders Abbey Way passing four ruined abbeys and historic towns. Options include a 50K, the full 109 km and a four person relay on mixed tarmac, trails and riverbanks.

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.

Run your chosen distance on the scenic paths of Dare Valley Country Park. This 7-hour time challenge offers distances from 3km to ultra, with a unique cupcake medal for all finishers. Enjoy a bake-off themed aid station and post-run goody b..

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.

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.

A mountain trail marathon from Keswick that climbs Scafell Pike over a 44 km route with 1800 m of ascent. The mountain section is unmarked so navigation skills, mandatory kit and a printed map are required.

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..