Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

Join the Dark Side Of The Combe on Mon 31 Aug 2026 in the Lake District as part of the Black Combe Country Fair at Bootle. This 12.5 km fell race with 625 m ascent is a tough, scenic test and has on the day entry.

Take on the Barrow Keswick Show Fellrunner on Mon 31 Aug 2026 in the Lake District: a punchy 6.5 km four mile course with 425 m climb, starting in the show ring and finishing by the showfield. Entry on the day £10, ages 15 and up welcome.

A fell race in Machen of about 7 km with 365 m of ascent, with registration at Machen Welfare Ground and start and finish on Church Street. Entry is £7 on the day and participants must be over 18.

A 7.4 km mountain race near Cilcain with 375 m of ascent held alongside the village show. WFRA insured, with separate junior races across multiple age groups and specific junior distances.

A 10 km fell race in Eyam on 1 September 2026 with a 3 km junior race for ages 11 to 16. Prizes are supplied by the Barrel Inn and a BBQ and bar are available in the courtyard.

The Kilnsey Crag will take place in Bradley on Tuesday 1 September 2026.

Muker Show Fell Race is a short fell course that crosses a river and climbs to Fremington Edge, about 2.25 km with 170 m of climb. It includes youth categories, has no Under 9s class and counts for the BOFRA Senior Championship.

A final-season evening fell race of about 8 km (5 miles) over Brown Wardle, Middle Hill and Hades Hill with 360 m ascent. It uses a 24 minute cut-off to Brown Wardle, requires mandatory FRA kit and offers pre-entry with set fees.

A **5 km** trail race around Clowbridge Reservoir, open to ages 11 and over. It is the first of a three-week Autumn series on 3, 10 and 17 September 2026 with entries via SiEntries and a £6.50 fee.

A six-day, multi-day ultramarathon across the Shetland Islands covering about 160 km with shared accommodation, guided support, medical cover and ferry links between islands.

A looped off road ultrarunning event at Top Barn Campsite with 24 hour, 12 hour 50 mile challenge and a new 6 hour option, on a well marked circa 5.6 mile course with camping, water stations and medals.

A sunset trail event at Ickworth Park offering 5K and 10K routes across limestone paths, woodland and meadows. The 10K is chip timed, all finishers receive a medal and the event operates as cupless with water refill points.

Experience an endurance challenge along the coast with solo and relay options ranging from 50 to 130 miles. This multi day event features strictly timed checkpoints and self navigation in a stunning natural environment.

Challenge yourself on the Great Longstone Chase, a classic fell race in the Peak District with 4.8 miles of rugged trail and 290 m of climb. Limited to 200 pre entered runners, the event also offers junior races and post race refreshments.

A multi-day outdoor festival in Hope Cove, Devon combining coastal trail races from 5k to ultra, swim runs and a sea swim, with camping, family activities, forest school, live music and speakers.

A 42 km multi island marathon across four islands with boat transfers and ferry transitions that consider tides, finishing with 5 km on St Mary’s. The race is self-sufficient, requires starting with 3 litres of water and is limited to 150 p..

A multi-terrain off-road race of about 4 miles in Shotton on 4 September 2026, with pre-entry fees (£10, £8 affiliated), prize categories by age, a minimum age of 17, and a 200-person entry limit.

A scenic mixed terrain race along the Thames at Remenham Farm on 5 September 2026, offering a half marathon, 10K and junior race. The event includes chip timed results, a themed medal, marked course and an event village with food and photos..

A 10 km trail race on 5 September 2026 around Malham Show Field, passing Malham Cove, Malham Tarn and Weets Top, with on course drinks, a post race meal, merchandise, prizes and free car parking.

A guided 30 mile trail ultra from Knoll Beach, Swanage, tracing the Jurassic Coast and Isle of Purbeck with notable stops at Corfe Castle, Kimmeridge Bay and Old Harry Rocks. Group navigation, kit list and car parking provided; cost £45.