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 2168 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.

Looped races at Chalfont Park Sports Club and Chalfont St Peter Community Centre let runners choose distances from single 7K or 10K laps up to ultramarathons, with drop bag access, aid stations, crew support and on-site medical cover.

A multi terrain forest race at Sherwood Pines on 17 January 2027 offering 10 km, 5 km and a junior run. Entries include a bespoke medal, free photos and prizes for leading runners.

Trail time challenge on a signed riverside trail in Durham offering flexible distances from 3 km to ultra, themed medals, goody bags and on course aid.

A six-hour self-paced lap event at Ryton Pools Country Park with a 3.3 mile runnable loop, canicross and rucking options, tiered entry fees and a charitable donation to Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity.

A last-person-standing backyard ultra near Alfriston featuring repeated 4.2 mile loops on mixed trail and farm tracks, token checks, basic aid station and sustainability measures.

Arc of Attrition by UTMB is a January coastal ultramarathon in Cornwall along the South West Coast Path. Multiple races range from about 22 km to 173 km with significant elevation and winter coastal terrain.

Two races from Kirkstall Bridge Inn: a ~16 km canal and riverside trail and a flat 10 km out and back on the Leeds Liverpool Canal.

Coastal trail races from Start Point near Beesands offering 10K, half, marathon and ultra courses across severe grass and rock terrain with substantial ascent.

A lap based event at Bawsey Country Park offering distances from 5k to ultra marathon on sand, gravel and grass. Mass start, aid station every lap, bespoke finisher medals and parking included.

Midwinter trail event in Chagford on Dartmoor offering Marathon and Half Marathon courses that visit stone circles and include significant ascent.

A 5 mile night trail run through single-track forest at Dalby Forest with headtorch required, limited to 650 entries and medals for finishers.

Pagan Trails offers two challenging winter trail runs on Dartmoor. The over-28-mile Marathon and over-14-mile Half Marathon routes pass ancient stone circles and pagan sites. It's a significant test with strict time limits and mandatory saf..

A weekend of running on the traffic free Tissington Trail near Ashbourne, offering a half marathon and a 10k with a gentle uphill outbound and slight downhill return, route maps and GPX files available, medals and free photos included.

Winter runs on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal offering distances from 10K to marathon on a mainly flat, fully signed out and back towpath.

The Holly Challenge on 23 January 2027 offers 5K, 10K, half marathon and marathon on the lanes of Lightmoor Nature Reserve near Telford. Entries are limited to 50 places and all finishers receive a medal.

Winter mountain race around Yr Wyddfa on 23/01/2027 with full 43.5 km and half 24 km options plus relay and pair formats.

A timed road event near Exmouth with measured tarmac laps of 5.3 km, flexible start within the event window and medals for finishers.

Beach trail runs at Druridge Bay Country Park on the Northumberland coast with 5 km, 10 km and half marathon options, chip timing, canicross and finishers' medals.

A capped 10 km event at Sowerby Bridge that starts on rugged trails and returns on tarmac, with a medal and a pre-order hoodie option.

A winter trail event at Moors Valley Country Park on 24 January 2027 offering a half marathon and 10.6 km options, with canicross choices and an eco-friendly wooden finisher medal set amid mixed woodland terrain.

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