Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

A 47-mile point-to-point ultra along the Thames Path from Iffley to Henley-on-Thames. The course mixes riverside trails with road sections and is a UTMB index race. Support includes five aid stations, GPS tracking, and a baggage transfer.

Run on a historic railway trail through the Peak District. Choose between a half marathon or a 10k, with races on both Saturday and Sunday. The traffic free route passes through tunnels and over the famous Monsal viaduct.

The Spooky Sprint offers a choice of distances on a tough off-road course at Pengethley Manor. You have 7 hours to complete your 5k, 10k, half, full, or ultra marathon. A virtual run option is also available, complete with a Halloween-theme..

The Nidderdale Way Ultramarathon will take place in Pateley Bridge on Saturday 24 October 2026.

A challenging hill race in the Ochils, starting and finishing in Alva Glen. The 14.6 km route visits several summits, including Ben Cleuch. Entry is affordable, with prizes for top finishers and veterans.

The Jedburgh Three Peaks Ultramarathon and Relay Race is a 38-mile trail event. It is run in association with the Jedburgh Running Festival and is scheduled for October 2026.

A 30-mile out-and-back ultra along the River Stort and Lee navigations, mostly flat grassy trail with checkpoints about every 5 miles and four- and eight-hour cut-offs. Based at Hockerill Sports and Social Club with medals and trophies for..

The Zombie Shuffle is a Halloween themed off road run at Pengethley Manor. Choose your distance from 5k to ultra, with a 7 hour time limit. A virtual run option is also available.

Timed multi terrain loop at Ferry Meadows on 25 October 2026 with four hour and six hour options. Runners complete as many 5.3 km laps as they wish, with an aid station each lap and event or lucky dip medals available.

Run the Bronte Way fell race through the South/West Pennines, a scenic 12 km point to point with 351 m of climb. Pre entry only with limited bus support and a warming soup and roll at the finish make this a classic autumn challenge.

Take on the classic Buttermere fell race on 25 October 2026 at Gatesgarth Farm, a tough 5 km senior route with 600 m of climbing plus short junior races. Enjoy a traditional shepherds meet atmosphere, entry on the day and a warm drink.

The Drop Manchester is a blindfolded navigation challenge where participants are driven to an unknown location and must find their way back without maps or GPS. Options include 6 mile for non-locals, 10 mile, and 15 mile versions.

Tackle Lockton Limping, a scenic fell race across the North York Moors covering 11.2 km with 350 m of climb and sweeping views. Entry is on the day at Lockton Village Hall, perfect for both competitive and social runners.

Run through the dark woods of Irchester Country Park in this Halloween-themed night event. Choose between a spooky 5k or a family-friendly 2k Fun Run, with fancy dress encouraged. All finishers get a medal and treats, with free photos inclu..

Black Beacon Mountain Races The Black Beacon Mountain Races are a series of linear long-distance mountain trail races. They cross from south to north through the Black Mountains and the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park in S..

A 5 mile timed, self-navigated night trail on 30 October 2026, run mostly through forest and downland. Fancy dress is encouraged with trophies and a post-run dessert for winners, and a tail runner will sweep the course.

A Halloween themed trail event on the Leeds to Liverpool Canal offering distances from a 1 mile family friendly fun run to an ultra marathon. The flat, licensed course is marshalled and features themed medals and treats.

Join the Halloween themed Auchterarder 10K Chilli Trail on 31 October for a fun, chilli pepper shaped route into the Ochil Hills with forest trails, stream crossings and sweeping views. All finishers get a snood and a bespoke medal.

The 59th annual Race You to the Summit is a Halloween-themed fell race on October 31, 2026. This 7 km course near Littleborough features 260 meters of climb, with optional fancy dress and junior races from 10 AM.

Devon Trail Races at Roadford Lake on October 31, 2026 features a 10K and a half marathon plus canicross options, with chip timing, marked and marshalled trails, feed station, finisher medal and category prizes.