Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

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..

Flagg Moor Run returns to the Peak District with a new 5.5 mile fell style village route across fields, lanes and country roads. Expect sweeping views and a one and a half mile downhill finish as the village rejoices.

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.

Join the Sir Titus Summer Trot on 15 August 2026 in Saltaire for largely flat towpath runs from 5k to ultra, finishing by the canal with a bespoke medal and tasty post race treats. Friendly, scenic and suitable for many abilities.

Tackle the Ilkley Skyline on 15 August 2026, a 22 mile fell run with 3000 ft of ascent across Ilkley, Burley and Rombalds Moors. Looping from The Hermit Inn, enjoy wild moorland views and test your navigation on unmarked trails.

Take on the Foxton Hound Ultra, an off road 50k or 100k through Market Harborough countryside, passing Foxton Locks, Naseby Battlefield and Kelmarsh Tunnel. Tough trails, great aid and scenic village routes make it memorable.

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.

Experience Bath's Two Tunnels run along restored railway paths, choosing distances from 500 m Colourburst to marathon and ultras. Organised by Relish The Great Outdoors with Sustrans support, this popular community event is sold out.

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..

Explore the Eden Valley at the CBTE Morland Half Marathon, a scenic 13.65 mile off road route through rivers, woodlands and pastures. Partially self navigated and open to runners and walkers, it finishes with a t shirt and finishers 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 the Henfield Half Marathon on scenic off road trails along riverbank and a disused railway, starting and finishing at Henfield Leisure Centre. Enjoy a friendly club vibe, post race facilities and a finishers medal.