Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

Guided 30 mile trail run on the North Downs Way from St Martha's Hill, featuring Box Hill and Denbies Wine Estate. Group-paced with coach support, aimed at first-time ultra runners; a post-run alcohol-free beer may be provided.

A two-route event from Buxton Community School into the western Peak District, with long and short courses via Axe Edge and the Goyt Valley. Checkpoints provide refreshments and a hot meal is served at the finish.

Round Ripon Ultra is a 35 mile circular trail race around Ripon and the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, starting and finishing in Studley Roger. A five person relay option and four staffed checkpoints support runners on varie..

A seven hour Time Challenge at Dare Valley Country Park offering flexible lap-based distances, finisher medals and pins, aid stations with snacks and vegan options, goody bags and free parking.

A 15.2 km fell race in the Peak District with 490 m of climb, held at Curbar Primary School on 3 October 2026. Pre-entry is required and proceeds go to Curbar Primary School.

A short fell race from the Storey Arms lay-by on the A470, covering about 3.2 km with 305 m of ascent; the course requires experience and navigational skills. Entry is £2 on the day and junior races are to be confirmed.

A 40 mile coastal endurance event from Fistral Beach to St Ives Bay Holiday Park following the South West Coast Path, with GPS tracking, staffed checkpoints and medical cover for participants.

A 35 mile circular trail run from Studley Roger around the northern Ripon Rowel through Nidderdale AONB, with a five-person relay option, staffed checkpoints and a 10 hour time limit.

A coastal off road race from Peasholm Park in Scarborough along the historic Cinder Track. Distances from 5K to marathon, water stations about every 3 miles, on the day bib collection and a Grim Bling finisher medal.

Wild Run Cotswolds showcases rugged off road trails on a private estate with fully marked routes, chip timing and a family friendly supporter zone. Entries are limited to 600; choose 10K, half, marathon or the six hour 360 challenge.

An uphill only 10 km from Ruthin to the Jubilee Tower on Moel Famau, featuring mixed terrain and a summit finish above 550 m; transport back to town can be purchased on site.

A multi terrain 10 mile race based at Stover School that is mostly off road through Stover Country Park, with a separate 1 mile fun run within the school grounds.

Scenic out and back races along the Thames Path from Petersham & Ham Sea Scouts HQ to Barnes, offered as 10 km, half marathon and marathon options with staffed checkpoints and medical cover.

A club organised 12 km fell race with about 490 m of ascent around Old Town, Hebden Bridge, including a flagged section through the private Castle Carr estate. Pre-entry is required and strict FRA kit rules apply.

A cross country race around Thorpe in the Dovedale valleys, featuring a 4 3/4 mile route with a river crossing at the Stepping Stones. A 1 1/4 mile Mini Dash is held for under 12s with U12 and U9 categories.

A 21.7 km half marathon across Swaledale moors on 4 October 2026, starting and finishing at The Dales Bike Centre. The route uses moorland trods and hard packed tracks, includes mandatory kit and aid stations but no cups.

A trail half marathon in the Quantock Hills on 4 October 2026, featuring technical forest trails, moorland and stream crossings, with marshals, two feed stations, awards and weekend camping and bunk house options.

A roughly 42 km trail run through Swaledale and Wensleydale on 4 October 2026, featuring moorland tracks, grassy pasture and a self-navigated Wensleydale loop. Mandatory kit is required and aid stations provide water and food.

A charity 5 mile off road trail race through Cawston Park in Norfolk, chip timed and marshalled, raising funds for Norfolk Lowland Search and Rescue with on site parking and refreshments.

A Thames Valley LDWA challenge with new 25 km, 40 km and 50 km routes around Hambleden and Stonor, starting and finishing in Marlow. Entry is limited to 150 and fees include checkpoint food and a badge.