Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

A mainly trail 5k from Peveril Point to Anvil Point Lighthouse and back into Swanage, held as part of Swanage Lifeboat Week and one of six races in the Purbeck Trail Series.

A local Darley Dale race organised by Matlock Athletic Club, featuring a short approach from the cricket club, marshalled route and a hill near the finish with views over the Derwent Valley; post-race facilities and prize giving at the cric..

The Ballater Games Hill Race starts and finishes in the Highland Games arena. Runners complete laps of the park before a town and hill ascent, with a cairn turnaround. A cash bonus is on offer for breaking the long-standing course records.

A challenging fell race in the Peak District featuring 370m of climb over a 6km course. Entry is on the day at Cartworth Moor Cricket Club near Holmfirth. The route is well marked and marshalled for a classic short fell running experience.

A relaunched 5.5 mile fell race in Flagg on 14 August 2026, running off road through fields, lanes and country roads toward Pomeroy and Chelmorton with a downhill return to the village. Pre-entry £7, race-day £8.

Enjoy a flexible seven hour time challenge along the scenic River Thames in Egham. Run or walk as many laps as you choose to earn a medal and special distance pins on a flat, paved course.

A multi-distance towpath event in Saltaire offering routes from 5k to ultra, regular feed stations, on-course marshals, finisher medals and nearby train and parking access.

Ilkley Skyline offers 35 km and 22 km fell running routes across the moors around Ilkley, starting and finishing at The Hermit in Burley Woodhead. The unmarked courses require a GPX or route map and include checkpoints and two aid stations.

Foxton Hound Ultra runs 50k and 100k trail routes around Market Harborough on 15 August 2026, following long-distance footpaths and local landmarks, with checkpoints, mandatory kit requirements and GPX navigation files provided.

A 12 or 24 hour hill and trail event on Moel Famau using a 7.51 km loop with 511 m ascent per lap. Solo runners and teams can complete as many laps as they choose while using on site camping and support facilities.

An inflatable 5 km obstacle course in Exeter, Devon on Saturday 15 August 2026, noted by an attendee for friendly staff and enjoyable obstacles.

Choose your challenge on the historic Speyside Way: a fast, runnable 50 km from Tamdhu Distillery or an epic 100 km journey starting from Aviemore. Both races finish in Buckie, open to all runners over 18. Experience whisky country and coas..

SkyRun Eryri in Rhyd-Ddu, Eryri/Snowdonia stages four mountain races from 16 km to 55 km on 15 August 2026, with large elevation gains, aid stations and a mix of ridgelines, scrambling and technical trails.

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.

Trail races at Fyne Court Estate offer 5km and 10km options on undulating but well maintained trails in the Quantock Hills AONB. Wooden finisher medals are available as an optional extra to reduce waste.

An evening Dartmoor fell race revived by Erme Valley Harriers, with a senior route of about 10 km and 450 m of climb plus separate junior races. Race HQ is at Ivybridge rugby club and the start is on the edge of the moor at Gr 654569.

This timed event on August 15, 2026, offers a flexible, multi-lap format on a smooth riverside course in Winchester. Runners can choose their start time and distance, from a single lap to an ultra marathon, within a 7-hour window. All finis..

An evening trail event near Dorchester with 5k and 10k routes through sunflower fields and bridleways. Routes include an aid station and finishers receive medals, while the event supports a local hospital charity.

Race The Train 2026 in Tywyn, Mid-Wales on 15 August 2026 offers multiple running distances from a 14 mile challenge to a Toddlers Trot, with specified age categories and entry fees; entries close 10 August 2026.

Celebrate twenty years of trail sports with a 15 mile run or a 15 km hike through scenic environments. Enjoy a flexible start format and post race rewards in a social pub garden setting.