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 2294 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 race at Margam Country Park offering 5 km and 10 km routes through woodland with castle views. The event features chip timing, water stations, a finisher's medal and parking included with entry.

Trail running festival at Dalkeith Country Park near Edinburgh offering distances from a family mile to an ultra marathon. Courses use woodland trails, firm paths and grassy sections, and one well controlled dog per runner is allowed.

Experience an autumn run through scenic pumpkin fields and farm tracks in Colchester. With 10k, 5k, and 1k distances, this flat off road event features chip timing and a family friendly event village.

A forest trail half marathon in late September with an officially measured 13 miles 192.5 yards course, no road crossings, water stations about every 5 km and medals for finishers; organised by the Rotary Club for charity.

Explore the ancient trails and historic landscapes of Cranborne Chase starting from Salisbury Racecourse. Choose between marathon half marathon or 10k distances through scenic downland and woodland paths.

Trail running at Billingford Lakes on the Wensum Way with a 5.3 km out-and-back lap, lap-based half and ultra options, on-site aid, included parking, bespoke medals, and a finish coffee and cake.

A village based fell race on 27 September 2026 covering 11.3 km with 415 m ascent. The course is marshalled and partially flagged, basic waterproof kit is required, and prizes are awarded by age category and teams.

A BM fell race around Wirksworth covering 13.7 km with 457 m of ascent, run on varied quarry, trail and pasture terrain under FRA licence. The route includes steep climbs, Harborough Rocks and views toward Carsington Water.

A 10 km trail race at Rising Sun Country Park near Newcastle upon Tyne on 27 September 2026, featuring mixed terrain through grassland and woodland. A Canicross option is available and the minimum age is 16.

Trail races at Delamere Forest on 27 September 2026 offering a 13.1-mile half marathon (two laps) and a 10.6 km 10K (one lap), with chip timing, aid stations, marshals and a canicross option.

Run Sandringham on 27 September 2026 features a Half Marathon, 5K and Community Mile around the Sandringham Estate. The event includes chip timing for the Half and 5K, water stations, medical support and on site parking.

Two measured runs through farmland beside Grantchester near Cambridge, with chip timing and medals for all finishers. The event supports Maggie's and Addenbrooke's Charitable Trust and includes on site services and team prizes.

A trail event in Blackpool on 27 September 2026 using a 10K loop for 10K, half marathon, marathon and ultra distances, passing Marton Mere, Blackpool Zoo and offering on-course refreshments and bespoke finisher medals.

A 10 mile trail race at Eridge Park in Tunbridge Wells featuring steep, narrow climbs, muddy sections and scenic views. Finishers receive a memento and are offered a pint and cake at the finish.

A five mile trail race in Worsley on 27 September 2026, organised by Swinton Running Club at Beesley Green Community Centre. Affiliated and unaffiliated entries are offered and on the day entry is subject to availability.

Enjoy a flat riverside run along the Thames with a chocolate themed aid station. Choose your own distance from 5km to ultra marathon within a flexible seven hour time limit.

Experience a scenic off road run through the fields surrounding Manuden with distances of 10k, 5k, and 1k. Enjoy locally organized routes with course water stations and finisher medals for all participants.

MacTuffX London at Wimbledon on 27 September 2026 is a functional fitness race offering Classic and 2X distances with Solo, Doubles, and five-person Relay formats. Ten Xercises alternate with running segments and a LITE weight division is a..

A coastal 10 km race from Portishead Open Air Pool with mixed terrain and sea views past Black Nore Lighthouse. The undulating route features a midway water station, chip timing and a finisher medal, with entries limited to 350.

Amport Trail Run on 27 September 2026 offers multi terrain 5k, 10k, 10 mile and canicross routes from Amport Cricket Club. Entry is pre-registration only and the courses feature marshals, first aid and on-course refreshments.

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