Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

Final event in the Phoenix Running 2026 Summer Series at Chorlton Water Park. Timed laps on a 5.3 km out and back riverside course let participants cover distances from 5 km up to ultra and all finishers receive a bespoke medal.

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.

Gecko Gathering at Scorrier House in Redruth on 23 August 2026 offers trail races from 2.5 km to a half marathon plus a five hour Scorriergeddon endurance challenge, with a race village, music, food stalls, medals and awards.

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..

A trail event in Afan Forest Park offering two measured routes of about 6.5 miles and 10.5 miles with substantial climb and prize categories. A separate one mile Mini Beast for children includes a finisher medal and sweets.

Head to Dalkeith Country Park for a unique trail running challenge. Choose between a 5 km or 10 km 'ruck run', carrying a weighted pack through the estate's woodlands. Live chip timing tracks your progress on the historic paths.

The Pennington Flash 5 mile Trail Race is set for 23 August 2026 at Leigh Sports Village. This TRA licensed event offers separate entry fees for affiliated and unaffiliated participants.

A 13.1 miles park half marathon in Richmond Park following the Tamsin Trail and park roads, with refreshment points, varied scenery and a single lap route returning to Sheen Gate.

Trail races over half marathon and marathon distances take place entirely inside Richmond Park, starting and finishing at Sheen Gate. The course passes gates, lakes and wooded sections and includes several drink and feed stations.

Take on the Trunce 8, a classic Peak District fell race starting and finishing at Oxspring Playing Field. The 6.2 km route climbs 190 m and entry is on the day for £3, with a junior 3 km race for over 10s at £1.

Tackle Roseberry Topping on Wed 26 Aug 2026 in this classic short fell race hosted from Newton under Roseberry. Expect a punchy 2.3 km course with big climb and great views, junior entries welcome and on the day entry available.

Take on the Fellrunner Golf Ball in Rossendale for a gritty 8.8 km fell race with 244 m of climbing across classic Bowland terrain. Teams are welcome and post race food and drink ensure a warm community finish.