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 2075 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.

Trail run near Winchester on 10 January 2027 with 21.4k and 12.1k routes around Farley Mount, chip timing and finishers medals.

A *10 km* trail run in Ashington on 10 January 2027, featuring woodland, lakeside and grassland paths through Ashington Community Woods and QEII Country Park. The event is canicross friendly and includes chip timing and a finisher's medal.

A looped multi terrain **5k** from the caravan park and cafe at Llanbenwch near Ruthin, mixing minor roads and public footpaths. The race is electronically timed, awards category prizes and gives all finishers a medal.

A lapped multi terrain event at Brandon Country Park with a 5.3 km loop. Run as far as possible within a 4 or 6 hour window, with aid each lap, marshal support, and bespoke medal options.

A continuous winter race of 268 miles along the Pennine Way from Edale to Kirk Yetholm with a 156 hour time limit and over 10,700 m of ascent.

Navigate the terrain of Cannock Chase in this 27 km fell race starting from Milford Common. Participants must use navigation skills across a 540 m climb with full FRA kit required for the journey.

A 10 km accurately measured race at Northampton Racecourse Park featuring a 2.2 km section plus three laps, England Athletics affiliation, on day registration and prizes including a bespoke medal and trophies.

Off-road multi-distance event at Pengethley Manor offering 5k, 10k, half, marathon and ultra options with a seven hour completion limit. Paid and virtual entries include medals; a free Strava-recorded option is also available without a meda..

Seven consecutive offroad days at Pengethley Manor where participants choose 5k to ultra distances with a seven hour limit each day, a virtual January option, and a unique medal for each day.

Part of the 7 Deadly Sins series at Pengethley Manor, The Proud Run offers 5k to ultra distances on a tough offroad course with a seven hour time limit and both race and virtual entry options, with medals for paid entries.

Part of the 7 Deadly Sins series, The Lusty Run is an offroad event at Pengethley Manor offering 5k, 10k, half, full and ultra distances with a seven hour time limit and a virtual option during January.

Part of the 7 Deadly Sins series at Pengethley Manor in January 2027, The Angry Run offers distances from 5k to Ultra with a seven hour time limit on a tough offroad course through vineyards.

A lap-based offroad event at Pengethley Manor offering distances from 5k to Ultra with a seven hour completion limit; in-person and virtual options include a personalised bib and a medal after verification.

A multi distance off road event at Pengethley Manor with a seven hour time limit for chosen distances and an on site or virtual option. The course uses 2.5 km laps and includes vineyard terrain and a hill.

Night trail races in Haldon Forest offering 10K, 5K, 2K and 1K distances plus a canicross option. Courses are marked and marshalled with chip timing, finishers medals, event photos and on-site catering.

Windmill Way Wander at Suffolk Running Centre offers road distances from 5k to ultra across a rolling 600 ft route with village scenery and a view of the Dalham windmill. Aid stations appear every 10k and parking is included.

A themed night trail in Rivington with reflective course markers, required head torches and rough, muddy terrain. Options include a 10k, a Half Marathon and a free 1k kids event for children of participants.

Flat out and back races along the Leeds to Liverpool Canal at Kirkstall. Distances range from 10K to ultramarathon, with feed stations, marshals and Trail Running Association licensing.

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.

Three gravel routes through ancient New Forest woodland at Holmsley Campsite, with fuel outposts, timing, free parking and limited dog spaces.

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