Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

The GBultras | Ultra Great Britain will take place in Stranraer on Saturday 8 August 2026.

A 215 miles coast to coast ultramarathon along the Southern Upland Way from Portpatrick to Cockburnspath, with 12 checkpoints, a 100 hour cut off and strict qualifying and mandatory kit requirements. Entry is by application only.

A short fell race from Arncliffe Village Green with a steep climb to a cairn and a two stage descent. The event also includes a four mile road race and counts as a BOFRA championship counter.

Two trail distances along the Mendip Way on 8 August 2026, finishing at Uphill Sands Beach. The routes feature woodlands, hilltop views and coastal terrain with aid stations and a cupless policy.

Challenge yourself to a scenic 17 km Lake District fell race with about 906 m of ascent across classic high ground around Grey Friar and Old Man. Pre entry only via SI Entries from 14 April and all proceeds support Alzheimer's Research UK.

Choose any number of laps on a scenic 5.3 km loop at Denbies Wine Estate to make distances from 5 km up to ultra. Timed event with a flexible 1.5 hour start window and support on a hilly off road course.

Join the Tegg's Nose Fell Race on Sat 8 Aug 2026 in the Peak District for a challenging 8 mile course with 525 m of climb and fine views. Held with sheep dog trials, this classic fell race accepts pre entries and entries on the day.

Tackle the Sticklepath Horseshoe a 15.5 km fell race over rugged moorland with 519 m climb. Pre entry is limited so book early. Bring map compass and solid navigation skills as this event is not suitable for beginners.

Trail races in Talybont on Usk on 8 August 2026 offering 24K and 51K routes with waymarked kilometres and marshals. Entries include a themed medal, chip timing and free race photos.

Long-established August challenge in northeast Wales offering three route choices of 32 miles, 24 miles and 16 miles. Routes climb the Clwydian Hills along the Offa's Dyke Path with ridge and woodland sections.

The Seven Sevens is a challenging 31 km mountain run in County Down with 2800 meters of climb. Runners must carry mandatory safety gear, with final kit requirements set on race day. The course is marked at major junctions only.

A trail running event at the University of Stirling with five route choices from 5 km to 50 km. Routes use forest, fell and open trails around the Ochil Hills and include outposts with snacks and self-serve water.

A multi-terrain 10 km trail at Ramsbury Brewery in Wiltshire with a Canicross option. Finishers get a medal, a pint cup and a free drink; the course features two water refill stations and chip timing.

A trail race day at Hutton Le Hole offering marathon, half and 10k routes across the North York Moors with downloadable maps, mandatory kit checks and marshalled parking; camper spaces and a cupless policy are in place.

A scenic 10k around Mount Ephraim Gardens on 9 August 2026, with a separate Junior Run, route maps and GPX files, participant medals and garden entry, and fundraising for Oasis Domestic Abuse Services.

Take on the Devil Half Marathon through the hidden trails of the Derwent Valley on 9 August 2026. This scenic 13.1 mile course offers big climbs, on course photos, live music, refreshments after the race and a finisher shirt.

Run a scenic 13 mile Lakeland route from Lowther Castle across Askham Fell and Lowther Valley, including a ford of the River Lowther. A challenging and rewarding trail and fell mix on Sunday 9 August 2026 with proceeds to Eden Valley Hospic..

Chip Chase on Sunday 9 August 2026 is a BS fell race from Cross Keys Inn, Uppermill. The 10 km course gains about 400 m, is fully flagged and marshalled, and includes one steep climb, with teams and on-the-day entry available.

A riverside race series along the Thames Path between Petersham and Barnes offering 10 km, half marathon and marathon distances. Routes run on towpath trail, are well marked and marshalled, with stocked checkpoints and KLP Medics support.

Multi-terrain 10k and half marathon around Wye with valley views and the hillside chalk crown. On-site event village, toilets and refreshments are provided and entries are priced differently for affiliated and unaffiliated runners.