Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

Welcome to the most comprehensive guide to trail races in the UK for 2026-2027! Our curated list features an impressive 1914 trail runs across the enchanting landscapes of Scotland, and Wales. From the iconic trails of London's green outskirts to the rugged terrains near Birmingham, from Glasgow's scenic paths to Liverpool's historic routes, we've got every trail enthusiast covered.

Whether you're a seasoned trail runner looking for your next challenge or a newbie eager to explore the world of off-road running, our calendar is your one-stop solution. Dive deep into the details by searching for a specific location or simply browse through to discover new trail runs. Looking for all running events? Check out the complete Running Calendar United Kingdom on running.life.

Experience a 26.4 mile circular fell marathon starting in Caldbeck that summits five Wainwright peaks including Blencathra. This fully tracked route features 6000ft of elevation and is ideal for experienced off road runners and walkers.

A 35 miles island circuit around Tiree that runs along beaches, tracks and dunes. Individual runners and two person relay teams follow checkpoints with on-course support and a 10 hour cut off.

Experience a flat multi terrain course along the banks of the River Wye. This festival of running offers chip timed 10k and 5k races plus a family fun run and Canicross options for everyone to enjoy.

Test your endurance at the Exterminator, a 27 km fell race with over 1000 meters of climbing. Join the final event of the Totley AC Race Series starting from the pavilion in Sheffield.

Join the Carnival Chase on 6 Sep in Warminster Town Park for 10K, 3K and a 1.2K family, wheelchair and buggy fun run. Enjoy a scenic country lane course by the boating lake, medals for all and a lively event village.

Take on the Stretton Skyline, a scenic yet demanding 30.5 km fell race around Church Stretton with 1357 m of climb and panoramic Shropshire Hills views. Pre entry only, finishers enjoy a tasty goody bag.

Join the Loweswater Show fell race on Sun 6 Sep 2026 in the Lake District for a short but testing challenge across rugged moorland. The 4.2 km route packs 305 m of climb, with on the day entry, team competition and junior races adding festi..

The Beast is a challenging trail race of around 13 miles through Corfe Castle Common, with undulating terrain and stunning coastal path views toward Worth Matravers. Enjoy water stations on course and a unique finisher t shirt.

Explore the scenic trails and picturesque villages of Lincolnshire in this charity challenge. Choose between four distances and enjoy a warm village welcome with refreshments and local support throughout the day.

Explore the East Yorkshire countryside with 4 or 8 mile trail runs at Field House Farm. Open to solo runners and Canicrossers, this chipped event features gentle elevations and medals for all finishers.

Experience an off road trail running adventure through the Scottish Highlands from Ben Nevis to Glencoe. Choose between a full or half marathon featuring mountain terrain and the famous Devils Staircase.

Experience the scenic trails of East Yorkshire with or without a canine companion. This event offers 4 and 8 mile chipped trail runs starting from Field House Coffee Barn with medals for all finishers.

The Dragon's Back Race will take place in Conwy from Monday 7 September 2026 to Saturday 12 September 2026. You can run 380 kilometers.

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Enjoy a Peak District fell race at Oxspring Playing Field, a punchy 6.2 km course with 190 m of ascent through scenic terrain. On the day entries welcome for a modest fee and the event is part of an eight race series.

Explore the trails around the mysterious Silent Pool on a guided 10km evening run. The route passes through Netley Heath forest and the village of Shere, with the group running together at a steady pace. Head torches are available for night..

Experience an autumn trail run through the footpaths and bridleways of Boreham. This 10k event features a sunset start with a scenic off road route and a seasonal championship point system for participants.

The Robin Hood 100 is a 100-mile ultramarathon through the scenic trails of Sherwood Forest. Starting and finishing in South Wheatley, the relatively flat, runnable course offers a 30-hour cutoff. Finishers receive a medal and the option to..

Experience a guided 50 km journey across the 15 peaks of Snowdonia reaching over 3000 feet. This non competitive event features expert mountain leaders support vehicles and premium hot food stations for a complete mountain challenge.

Experience a 50km ultramarathon through the Norfolk countryside following the historic Boudicca Way from Diss to Norwich. This event welcomes runners and walkers and features GPS tracking plus full checkpoint support.

Experience a scenic trail race around Kent’s beautiful Bewl Water reservoir with four distances ranging from 10km to a 50km ultra marathon.