Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

A series of mountain trail races across the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons offering four distances from 21 miles to 100 miles. Routes combine marked sections, GPS navigation and staffed checkpoints with mountain safety cover.

A five mile night trail run at The Plough and Harrow in Litlington on 30 October 2026, self navigated via GPX with a tail runner, timed results, Halloween fancy dress prizes and an age limit of 18 plus.

A Halloween-themed evening event at Haldon Forest Park on 30 October 2026 offering 2.5 km, 5 km and 10 km options, including Canicross and a fun run. Organised by Purple Gecko Events with timing via ST App Service and no chip timing.

A Halloween themed trail event on the Leeds to Liverpool Canal in Kirkstall offering distances from a family friendly 1 mile to ultra marathon. The licensed course is marshalled and features drink stations, Halloween medals and spot prizes.

Timed turn up event on 31 October 2026 in Bridestowe with out and back laps of 5.3 km on a former train line. Entrants may complete multiple laps within the event period; maximum 70 entrants and minimum age 18.

A *10 km* trail race from Auchterarder into the Ochil Hills with forest trails, stream crossings and a route shaped like a chilli pepper. Online entry, 16+ age limit, goody bag with snood and medal, prizes for finishers and costumes.

A traditional fell race on Halloween covering 4.3 miles with over 800 ft of ascent between the Summit Inn and the White House pub near Blackstone Edge. Junior categories are included and costume prizes are awarded.

Trail races around Roadford Lake organised by Sportiva Events. Distances include 10K and half marathon with canicross options. Entries include chip timing, feed station, medal, refreshments and category prizes.

Single-loop 50K trail race in the Chilterns starting and finishing at Berkhamsted Cricket Club on 31 October 2026. The route uses The Ridgeway and Chiltern Way, has three aid stations, full marking and a nine hour time limit.

Trail Outlaws stages Dark Skies Run @ Wooler in Northumberland with fully marked trails, stocked check points and options for a Trail 10k or a Half Marathon. Entry fees shown range from £25 to £36.

Tackle the Monsal Mash in the Peak District, a challenging 9.5 km fell race with 500 m of climb over technical and fast rough terrain. Advance entry and full kit required, teams of three welcome.

Trail runs and a sport trail from Jenkins Field in Glenridding around Helvellyn and Ullswater. Multiple distances are well marked and marshalled with age and time limits, local logistics and basic safety measures in place.

A six hour timed trail at Linacre Reservoirs where runners complete repeated 5 km laps and aim for as many laps as possible. Checkpoints offer food and drinks and every finisher receives a medal.

Experience a festive 6.66 km Halloween trail run starting and finishing at a local brewery in Chelmsford. Participants enjoy a costume focused event with medals and drinks for finishers in a social atmosphere.

A 32 km mountain event on Pen y Fan with 1800 m of ascent and three summit climbs via six different routes. Two categories are offered: unweighted and a 16 kg weighted class; navigation is unmarked and a GPX will be provided.

Night trail running in Alice Holt Forest on 31 October 2026 with 5 km laps to make 5 km, 10 km or 15 km. The course is fully marked, has one outpost per lap and offers free parking and timed results.

Scenic trail half marathon around Dalmeny Estate and Cammo Nature Reserve near South Queensferry. Chip timed event with a finisher's medal and an optional £1 donation to South Queensferry RNLI.

Join this flexible charity run along the River Mersey in Manchester. Complete as many 5.3km laps as you like in seven hours on a flat riverside course to support Save The Rhino.

A full and half marathon around Gargrave, North Yorkshire, on a multi-terrain looped course that passes the Broughton Stone Circle. Volunteer run and non-profit, proceeds support a scout's attendance at the World Scout Jamboree in Gdansk 20..

Night trail running at Delamere Forest with a Spooky Halloween theme, reflective course markings and required head torches. Distances include 10k, Half Marathon and a free 1k kids event with medals.