Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in United Kingdom for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 2240 exciting trail runs across the country. Find your next trail run in United Kingdom below and join the trail community at these great events! Search for a location or view races near London, Birmingham, Glasgow, Liverpool, Scotland or Wales.
October 2026
A single loop 100 miles trail race from Plumpton Racecourse across the South Downs, with 12,000 ft ascent, 12 aid stations, a 34 hour limit and a 50 mile qualifier requirement.
A timed ultra where participants repeat a 9 mile loop as many times as possible within an eight hour limit on mixed terrain with significant climbs near Bridgend.
Guided 30-mile trail run on the North Downs Way from St Martha's Hill to Box Hill with coach support, group pacing, and nearby transport; entry £55.
A 50 km running event in Epping Forest, London on 3 October 2026, listed at Capel Rd, E12 5DB.
A 25 km EcoTrail event in Bell Common, Epping on 3 October 2026, listed as part of the 2026 events calendar.
A four leg fell running relay in the Lake District, run by teams of eight and held each early October, contested by about 70 teams from across the country.
Looped night trail races on the South Downs from Plumpton Racecourse, offering 50k, half marathon and 20 mile options with marked course and staffed aid stations.
A point to point 50 km ultramarathon from Moors Valley Country Park to Hengistbury Head, following forest trails, the Castleman Trailway and the Bournemouth seafront, with feed stations, GPS route files and a bespoke finisher medal.
A 73 km multisport mountain event from Kinlochleven featuring a Loch Leven swim, West Highland Way bike stages and a run to the Ben Nevis summit.
An almost entirely offroad marathon around Kielder Water with a weekend of events including a half, 10K, gravel duathlon and junior races.
A historic 80 km trail ultra through the South Yorkshire Forest featuring an undulating 50 mile circular route with 800 m of ascent and seven supported checkpoints.
Trail running from Queen Elizabeth Country Park across the South Downs with five distances from 6 km to 51 km, marked courses and on-course fuel outposts.
An open-ended backyard ultra near Bedruthan Steps where runners repeat hourly laps of about 6.7 km until one runner covers more laps than anyone else; onsite camping is available.
Ten year five mile chip timed cross country and Canicross race across the Upper Wreake valley with fields, stiles, brooks and open views over Leicestershire.
A mountain running event in County Down on 3 October 2026 covering 11.90 km with 870 m climb, organised by Mourne Runners as part of the IMRA Ulster Championships and NIMRA League; GPS is not allowed and Level C kit is required.
A guided 30 mile trail run from St Martha's Hill exploring the Surrey Hills and Box Hill with an experienced ultra runner and coach. Group pace, recommended 22 miles training, cost £55 and an alcohol free beer may be available.
Two route options from Buxton Community School through the western Peak District, 26.2 miles or 14.3 miles, with checkpoints, refreshments and ascent profiles, organised by High Peak LDWA.
A 35 mile circular trail around Ripon through the Nidderdale AONB with staffed checkpoints, a five person relay option and a 10 hour time limit.
A 7 hour Time Challenge at Dare Valley Country Park with flexible distances from 3 km to ultramarathon options. Finishers receive a themed medal, distance pins and refreshments including doughnuts and ice cream.
A Peak District fell race on 3 Oct 2026 from Curbar Primary School covering 16.9 km with 489 m climb, pre-entry only and proceeds to Curbar Primary School.