Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

INFERNO in Edale is a raw and beautiful trail race around Ringing Roger featuring sheep tracks, rocky descents and a climb up a waterfall. Distances from 10 to 41 miles are self navigated with GPX files and downloadable maps.

Take on the Summer Green Man Ultra near Bristol on 22 August 2026, choosing 45 or 30 mile clockwise loops that finish at Ashton Park School. Scenic Community Forest Path, chip timing and live competitor tracking make for a supported memorab..

Take on the Gateshead Trail 10 km through Derwent Walk Country Park on 22 Aug 2026. Enjoy mostly gentle trails and a social double loop. Finish in a lively village with food, music and coffee and grab a designer medal bottle opener.

The Beast of Llangattock on 22 August 2026 at Park Farm, Llangattock invites trail runners to tackle scenic, rugged routes from 10 km to a 32 mile ultra across the Llangattock Escarpment. Marked courses, aid stations and GPX files ensure gr..

Take in stunning reservoir views at the Carsington Water Half Marathon and 10K on 22 August 2026, with undulating trail routes suitable for all abilities. Enjoy a lively event village, marked course and friendly marshals for a memorable day..

Tackle the Hartsop Hop, a classic Lake District fell race from Hartsop covering 19.5 km with 1370 m of ascent. Expect rugged ridges, steep descents and spectacular Haweswater views; enter in advance or on the day while places remain.

Test yourself on the Falstone Falcon, a classic Northumberland fell race: 5.8 km with around 300 m of climb over rugged moorland. No pre entry needed, just turn up for £2 and race under FRA permit.

Tackle the rugged Ochil 2000s in Stirling on 22 August 2026, a classic fell run across Central Scotland offering about 20 miles and 5400 feet of climbing. Expect spectacular views and testing terrain for experienced runners.

Enjoy the Summer Extravaganza on the Leeds Liverpool Canal towpath in Kirkstall, with distances from 10k to marathon. Finishers receive bespoke medals and postrace treats and organisers donate £1 to Hollybush charity per runner.

Join Phoenix Afterglow in Manchester for a scenic multi lap run along the River Mersey in Chorlton Water Park, on a flat towpath ideal for any pace. Pick distances from 5 km to ultra and collect a bespoke finisher medal as a new series meda..

Join Gecko Gathering at Scorrier House on 23 August 2026 for scenic trail and field routes from 2.5 km up to a half marathon and a 5 hour endurance challenge. Expect medals, a lively event village with music, food and family fun.

Run The Big Pilgrimage on 23 August along the Old Way from Southampton to historic abbeys, with 15 mile and marathon options across mixed terrain. Enjoy a short boat crossing with pick n mix sweets and collect landmark stickers for a memora..

Tackle 21 km of dramatic lakeshore and woodland trails around Derwentwater at the Borrowdale Trail Half Marathon in Keswick. Hilly terrain and sweeping views reward every step and finishers earn a bespoke medal.

Take on the Scafell Pike Trail Marathon around Keswick on 23 August 2026, a challenging 44 km single lap route over Scafell Pike and through Borrowdale. Expect rugged navigational mountain sections, stunning views and a bespoke medal.

Beast of Bryn invites runners to tackle scenic but tough mountain trails in Afan Forest Park near Port Talbot, with 6.5 mile and 10.5 mile options plus a one mile fun run for youngsters. Organized by local charity BRAG, proceeds support com..

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.

Take on the classic Holcombe Two Towers fell race on Wednesday 26 August 2026 in the South West Pennines, a challenging 4 mile course with 400 m of climb through rugged moorland. Expect steep trails, great views and a lively community atmos..

Chase summer evenings in Edinburgh with the Sundowner 5K Series, a relaxed yet competitive run across three scenic city parks. Enjoy chip timed racing, lively warm ups and post race photos as you test your speed over 5K or the full series.