Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2025-2026

Tackle the rugged Ilkley Skyline on 15 August 2026, a 22 mile, 3000 ft fell run across eight moors including Beamsley Beacon and Round Hill. Start and finish outside the Hermit Inn in Burley Woodhead for classic moorland panoramas.

Foxton Hound Ultra near Market Harborough offers scenic 100k and 50k trail routes through locks, villages and Naseby battlefield. Friendly aid stations and a lively community make this a must for adventurous runners.

Choose 50 km or 100 km on the scenic Speyside Way from Aviemore or Tamdhu to coastal Buckie. Enjoy mostly runnable trails, whisky country scenery and a dramatic coastal finish.

SkyRun Eryri in Rhyd Ddu, Snowdonia on 15 August 2026 offers four mountain races from a 16 km trail to a 55 km ultra across rugged, technical terrain and stunning peaks. Staffed aid points and bold climbs await adventurous trail runners.

The Black Bull 15 is a charity trail run held near the Black Bull pub in Chelmsford. It offers two distances: a 15-mile trail route and a 15km option for shorter, faster runs, jogs or walks. The course uses varied trail surfaces through par..

Experience the Two Tunnels in Bath, a unique run through two lit, surfaced railway tunnels and rolling paths. Options span short Colourburst runs up to marathon and 50 km distances, with proceeds supporting Sustrans.

Explore the private grounds of historic Lambton Castle on scenic woodland and field trails with 5, 10 and 15 mile options. Chip timing, bespoke medals, event merch and on site parking; one well controlled dog per runner welcome.

Run the CBTE Morland Half Marathon on 16 August 2026, a 13.65 mile mostly off road route through Eden Valley woodlands, rivers and villages. Enjoy two aid checkpoints and a finishers t shirt and medal.

Tidal Trails in South Shields mixes beach and trail running with live music, food and family beach games. Pick an 8km or 2km run, try barefoot sprints or the family relay then unwind in the lively event village.

Run a scenic off road half marathon along riverbank and a disused railway with flint paths and stiles, starting and finishing at Henfield Leisure Centre. Enjoy race day treats and a finisher medal for all.

Take on the Piethorne Fell Race on Sun 16 Aug 2026: a 10 km test with 275 m of climb across the scenic South West Pennines. Starts at the Bulls Head in Newhey with cash prizes for record breakers and both pre entries and on the day entry.

Join the Keswick Sports Fell Race in the Lake District on Sun 16 Aug 2026 for a punchy 3 mile, 290 m climb course from Fitz Park Cricket Pavilion. Entry on the day and juniors welcome with big prizes for record breakers.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell race from Maggs Howe, Kentmere with a punchy 6 km course and 400 m of climb to test strength and navigation. Entry is on the day only and runners should bring waterproofs, hat and gloves; parking is limit..

Challenge yourself on the Pilgrims Cross Fell Race across the West Pennine Moors, a scenic but tough 10.7 km with 390 m of climb. Entry is on the day only with a small fee, and the race features in the Rossendale midweek series.

Tackle a brand new fell race on Wed 19 Aug 2026 in Bannerdale, Lake District, starting and finishing above the White Horse Inn at Threlkheld. The short yet fierce 6.3 km route climbs 882 m and entry is on the day only at the pub for £5, reg..

Join the Bingley Rock up n' Run summer evening series on 20 August for a fun 5 km or 10 km with a friendly atmosphere and after the run food, drink and a jumble medal. Easy walk from Bingley station with parking nearby.

INFERNO Edale's Ring of Hell on 22 August 2026 is a fierce trail challenge across Peak District terrain, with options from 10 miles to a 41 mile ultra. Self navigated routes, big climbs and wild scenery promise an unforgettable day.

Summer Green Man Ultra offers scenic self navigated 45 or 30 mile loops around Bristol's Community Forest Path with checkpoints and a shared finish at Ashton Park School. Competitor tracking and finisher medals make it extra rewarding.

The Gateshead Trail 10k is a scenic, traffic-free 10-kilometre trail race in Swalwell, Gateshead, weaving through the Derwent Walk Country Park. The fast course features wide paths, only a few inclines, and a double-loop at the top, keeping..

Beast of Llangattock is a scenic trail run from Park Farm on 22 August 2026 offering distances from 10 km to 51 km. Expect escarpment views, fully marked routes with GPX files, checkpoints and well stocked aid stations.