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 2143 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.

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 trail along the Leeds to Liverpool Canal near Kirkstall, offering multiple distances, feed stations every three miles, onsite registration and a finisher medal.

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.

Experience a volunteer run winter fell race across the West Yorkshire moors. Choose between 15 and 22 mile routes starting from Mytholmroyd for a true local running tradition.

Part of the 7 Deadly Sins series, The Envious Run takes place at Pengethley Manor on 17 January 2027 with lap based offroad routes from 5k to ultra. Runners and walkers have seven hours to complete their chosen distance and a virtual option..

Trail runs at Vogrie Country Park on 17 January 2027 offer waymarked mixed terrain courses of 1.6km, 5km, 10km and a half marathon, starting and finishing by the Victorian manor house with post race refreshments.

A single-entry *5 km* park race at Queens Park on 17 January 2027, part of the South By Five series that visits six parks over 12 weeks. Entry is free with a required minimum donation to the Acorn Trails Community Fund and places are limite..

A January off road 9.6 mile run across trails, fields and woodland with about 80 percent off road terrain. The event uses chip timing, has one water station at Littleton upon Severn and a 2.5 hour expected run time limit.

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.

Sunday's Clumber Lakeside winter event at Clumber Park is a six hour looped challenge on the trail run in reverse, with a medal awarded to those who complete a loop.

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.

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