Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

Experience scenic trail running at Wimbleball Lake with 5km and 10km routes across the dam. This event features chip timing, custom medals, and dedicated Canicross categories for runners and their dogs.

Experience an evening trail run through the private Newnham Park estate near Plymouth. Choose between 4 and 8 mile distances, with dedicated categories for both solo runners and canicross participants.

Traverse the scenic Yorkshire Dales in this multi distance trail event starting from the historic town of Skipton. Choose from four routes ranging from a half marathon to a fifty mile ultramarathon with full tracker support.

Experience a point to point mountain ultra from the Black Mountains to Cardiff featuring scenic ridges and historic castles. Choose between 33 or 44 mile distances with indoor aid stations and self navigation along the Cambrian Way.

Experience a non stop 130 mile journey along the historic Leeds and Liverpool Canal. This point to point race offers a 40 hour time limit through the landmarks of the Industrial North.

Experience a scenic half marathon across the Isles of Berneray and North Uist. Run along quiet single track roads with constant sea views and a causeway crossing in the Outer Hebrides.

A waymarked 53 mile trail ultramarathon through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park follows the iconic West Highland Way from Milngavie to Tyndrum.

Join the Arnison Crag Horseshoe fell race in Patterdale on Sat 29 Aug 2026, starting at King George Playing Fields as part of Patterdale Dog Day. A steep 5 km with 300 m climb, entries on the day £5, minimum age 14.

Take on the Weardale Agricultural Show Fell Race on 29 August 2026 in St John's Chapel. A lively 4 km fell run with 120 m of climb across classic upland terrain, plus fun junior showground races and easy entry on the day.

Join this lively fell race at Bellingham Showfield as part of the country show, tackling 4 miles with 600 ft of climb across classic Northumberland terrain. No pre entry required; runners aged 16 and over can sign up on the day.

Tackle a classic Pennines fell race in Pendleton on 29 August 2026. The 8 km course packs 457 m of ascent across rough terrain, with on the day entries and homemade cakes and a cosy village pub to reward you.

Tackle the Tripsdale Trot on 29 August 2026 at the Bilsdale Show in Chop Gate. This 5.5 mile fell race through the North York Moors climbs 1437 ft and has a junior fun race alongside. Entry is on the day.

The Dales Dazzler will take place in Skipton on Saturday 29 August 2026.

Experience an extreme mountain running challenge through the Mourne Mountains with the NIMRA Granite Peaks 28k. This 28.24 km course features over 1,300 meters of climbing and passes iconic landmarks like Ben Crom Dam and Hare's Gap.

A fell race in North Pembrokeshire on Sat 29 Aug 2026 covering 8 km with 330 m of climb. Entries are accepted in advance and on the day, and junior Mochyn du races have entry on the day only.

Experience a 43 km team relay through the beautiful hills of Glen Lednock. This four stage event features mountain terrain and trail sections starting and finishing in the village of Comrie.

Choose your own distance along Durham's scenic River Wear in this 7-hour trail challenge. Run a few laps or go for a marathon, with medal and snacks waiting at the finish. A flat, signed course makes it accessible for all paces.

Experience a fast and flat run at Nottingham Racecourse and Colwick Country Park. Choose between several distances including a half marathon and 10k while enjoying scenic lakeside paths and an active event village.

Experience a flat trail run through the scenic Alexandra Gardens with stunning views of Windsor Castle. Choose between 10k and half marathon distances with chip timing and free race photos included in a historic UK setting.

Join this established 10k event in the heart of Worcestershire. Managed by an England Athletics affiliated club, this race offers a professional environment for runners in the Pershore area.