Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

Thames Meander Summer on 9 August 2026 invites runners to a scenic, flat and runnable riverside race along the Thames Path between Richmond and Barnes. Choose 10km, half marathon or marathon on a waymarked, marshalled towpath course.

Ribble Runfest in Preston on 9 August offers flat, looped routes through Avenham and Miller Parks and along the River Ribble, with distances from 10k to ultra. With a small field of 100, stocked aid stations and finisher medals, it is a sce..

Take on the historic Eccles Pike Fell Race, a spirited out and back from Buxworth to the summit, featuring steep climbs and sweeping moorland views. Held Wednesday 12 August 2026, the short 3.4 mile course packs about 305 metres of climb in..

Take on the classic Whittle Pike fell race in the South West Pennines on Wed 12 Aug 2026, roughly 5.5 miles with 550 m of climb from Cowpe Village Hall. Entry on the day is available for £5, teams welcome and runners must be 16 or over.

A sharp 4.4 km fell race from the Ragleth Inn in Little Stretton featuring 390 m of climb and great ridge views; a fast, testing course for keen fell runners. Pre entry via SI Entries or entries on the day are welcome.

Join this classic Keswick fell race in the Lake District on Wed 12 Aug 2026 for a lively 4.7 mile trail challenge with 280 m climb and a summit of Latrigg. On the day entries are welcome, fee £5 and runners must be 16 or older.

Ricky's Race is an evening fell and road run in Darley Dale, a challenging 7.3 km course with 240 m of climbing across forest trails, long lane climbs and technical descents. The final rise to Oker Trig Point rewards runners with sweeping D..

After a long break the Flagg Moor Run returns to the Peak District on Friday 14 August 2026. Enjoy a scenic 5.5 mile route through fields, lanes and country roads with a steady downhill finish. Friendly and low key.

SATURN TOO Midweek Medal Madness on 14 Aug 2026 at Wraysbury: a relaxed 7 hour timed challenge along the River Thames with distances from 3 km to ultra. Finishers earn medals and goody bags and enjoy aid stations on a scenic loop.

Sir Titus Summer Trot runs along a mostly flat towpath through the World Heritage village of Saltaire, with distances from 5k to ultramarathon. A two minute walk from Saltaire station, finishers get bespoke medals and post race goodies.

Take on the Ilkley Skyline, a challenging 22 mile fell run across Ilkley Moor and Rombalds Moor with sweeping summit views and rugged terrain. Starting and finishing at The Hermit, the unmarked loop rewards strong navigational skill.

Tackle scenic trails around Winwick Hall, Northants on the Foxton Hound Ultra, with 50k and 100k options weaving canals, villages and the Naseby battlefield. Fully supported with checkpoints, hot food and medals for all finishers.

Take on the scenic Speyside Way on 15 August 2026 with 50 km or 100 km ultra options that wind through whisky country to a coastal finish in Buckie. Trails, forestry tracks and a big climb at Ben Aigen make for a memorable and rewarding day..

SkyRun Eryri brings classic Snowdonia skyrunning to Rhyd Ddu with four mountain trail races from a technical 55 km ultra to shorter scenic challenges. Expect rocky scrambles, grassy ridges and towering Welsh 3000s views.

Join the Rusland 5, a scenic fell race across Rusland Showfield in the Lake District featuring a 4.8 mile route with 310 m of climb and shorter senior and junior options. Race entry is free; the show costs £5 and accepts entries on the day.

Join the Black Bull 15 charity trail event on 16 August 2026 with a competitive 15 mile trail run or a timed 15 km hike. Enjoy rolling trails, possible wildlife sightings and a finisher's medal plus a free drink and race tee.

Run beneath Bath through the atmospheric Two Tunnels path, with distances from 500 m fun bursts to ultras for serious runners. Family friendly finish at Brickfields Park and each entry helps Sustrans while enjoying a unique city route.

Explore scenic woodland and estate trails at Lambton Castle on 16 August 2026 with 5 mile, 10 mile or 15 mile routes, canicross friendly with one well controlled dog per runner. Finishers receive a bespoke medal, Wild Deer merch and a snack..

Take on the CBTE Morland Half Marathon, a 13.65 mile trail through the scenic Eden Valley near Penrith. Partially self navigated with mixed off road terrain, it rewards finishers with a medal and a t shirt.

Tidal Trails is a lively beach and trail running festival in South Shields on 16 August 2026. Enjoy sand and grassy Leas routes, family friendly races, a barefoot Super Sand Sprint and a seaside event village with music, food and fun for al..