Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

Run Isaac's Tea Trail Ultra Backwards, a scenic 37 mile loop in the North Pennines AONB with about 4800 ft of ascent. Self navigated with marshals, stocked checkpoints and tracker support, it offers challenge and big views.

Take on Dartmoor in The Crossing 33.5 mile or the Great Escape 15.5 mile, both finishing at Ivybridge Rugby Club. Fully marked and marshalled routes with aid stations, on site camping and a bar for post race drinks.

Experience traditional Highland Games with tossing the caber, piping, Highland dancing and fairground fun at Newtonmore on Saturday 1 August 2026. Test yourself on the Creag Dhubh Hill Race a rugged 4½ mile climb with about 1200 feet ascent..

MindOverMoors Esk Valley Way Ultra on 1 August 2026 is a 36 mile moorland to coast run from Castleton to Whitby beneath the Abbey. Limited to 100 runners, fully way marked with checkpoints and live GPS tracking for a memorable challenge.

Join the Totnes 10K on Sunday 2 August 2026 for a scenic off road run alongside the River Dart, starting and finishing in Borough Park. Expect a fun 1 mile family run, bespoke medals and a lively village atmosphere.

Join the Derby Running Festival at Elvaston Castle on Sunday 2 August 2026 for 5K, 10K or half marathon routes through scenic castle grounds. Enjoy chip timing, a themed medal, free photos and a lively event village.

Tackle a full or half marathon along the scenic Vanguard Way, weaving through woodlands, parkland and Greensand Ridge views near Croydon. Finishers receive a medal, mug, buff and post race treats for a memorable day.

Take on Farleton Knott near Kendal on Sunday 2 August 2026, a short but steep 4.2 km fell race with big climbs and great views. Hosted on Dallam Tower Estate and counting for BOFRA, it offers junior and senior races.

On 2 August 2026, run or walk a scenic circular route along Birmingham canals and the River Cole with 18.5, 26.5 or 30 mile options. Well supported checkpoints, finish food, a finisher badge and a cake competition promise a fun day out.

Join the Round Hill fell race for a challenging 14.1 km course with sweeping York Dales views, starting and finishing in charming Timble village. Entry is on the day for a small fee and part of the proceeds support brain tumour research.

Tackle just over 8 miles of hilly Cotswold Way and woodland trails at the Standish Woodland Chase on 02/08/2026, hosted by Stroud & District AC. Expect scenic climbs, a metal finisher medal and a lively community atmosphere.

Tackle the Trunce 7 fell race in the Peak District, a punchy 3.9 mile course with about 190 m of climb and great views. Entry on the day keeps it friendly and there is a junior over 10 race, ideal for families and club runners.

Enjoy the Parwich Panoramic Five on Tue 4 Aug 2026, a scenic 8.5 km trail from the Sycamore Inn in Parwich, Peak District. Expect panoramic views and a 200 m climb; on the day entry only, £5.

Crow Hill Reverse fell race in the South West Pennines on 4 Aug 2026 offers a steep 8 km route with 305 m of climb from Dusty Miller pub in Mytholmroyd. No pre entry required; join on the day for £5 and tackle a classic Pennine fell.

A new 4 mile route around Bradwell in the Peak District on Tue 4 Aug 2026 climbs 276 m for a rewarding hill challenge. Teams welcome and pre entry opens in May with on the day entries available at Bradwell Sports Pavilion.

Tackle the scenic Cracken Edge fell race in the Peak District on Wed 5 Aug 2026, a challenging 11.3 km route with 442 m of climb. Join runners raising funds for Kinder Mountain Rescue Team; teams welcome and entries available on the day.

Take on the MTC Thames Challenge, a four day 184 mile ultra along the Thames Path from the Cotswolds to Greenwich. Choose solo or relay and enjoy shared accommodation, evening meals and daily kit transfers.

Tackle the 57 mile point to point MTC Cotswold Ultra along the scenic Thames Path through Cotswold countryside. Finishers receive a bespoke medal, every runner gets an MTC visor and checkpoints plus GPX keep you supported.

Join the Rodley Rock up n' Run at the Rodley Barge Pub for a flat canal 5k or 10k in a friendly pop up Summer Series. Enjoy a jumble medal, hot food and a post race beer in a relaxed village atmosphere.

Tackle the classic Eshton Moor fell race from Old Hall Farm, Gargrave: 8.3 km with 172 m ascent across rolling York Dales terrain. Entry on the day only, with junior races and a friendly club atmosphere.