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 1885 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.

A lapped timed run at Brandon Country Park with four hour and six hour options. Runners complete repeated 5.3k laps on gravel and grass to reach 5k, 10k, half, full or ultra distances.

The Montane Winter Spine is a 268-mile non-stop race along Britain's Pennine Way in winter. Runners have 156 hours to traverse from Edale to Kirk Yetholm across demanding upland terrain. It is an unsupported event requiring significant prio..

The Slothful Run is a laid back event with a twist: choose your distance from 5k to Ultra, but you have seven hours to complete it. This off road course at Pengethley Manor features a tough 2.5 km loop through vineyards. You can also run vi..

The 7 Deadly Sins 7in7 is a seven-day off-road running challenge in Ross-on-Wye. You can run a chosen distance each day over a tough vineyard course within a 7-hour window. A virtual option also lets you earn unique themed medals by running..

The Proud Run offers a choice of distances on a tough, off-road looped course at Pengethley Manor, with a generous seven-hour time limit. It's part of a themed race series and is open to both in-person and virtual participants. All finisher..

Part of the 7 Deadly Sins series, The Lusty Run offers five distance choices on a tough off-road loop at Pengethley Manor. You have seven hours to complete your chosen race, or you can run virtually anytime in January. Free parking and refr..

The Angry Run is part of the "7 Deadly Sins" series, offering a flexible challenge. Choose your target distance from 5k to Ultra, all with a generous 7-hour time limit to complete a tough, off-road course at Pengethley Manor. A virtual run..

The Gluttonous Run is part of the 7 Deadly Sins series, held at Pengethley Manor. Runners choose their distance, from 5k to ultra, on a tough off-road course with a seven-hour time limit. A virtual run option is available throughout January..

The Greedy Run offers a choice of distances on a tough off-road course at Pengethley Manor, with a 7-hour time limit. It's part of a themed series with a virtual option available throughout January. Unique medals are awarded for paid entrie..

Run under the stars at Haldon Forest Park. This night event features 10K, 5K, and kids' races, with every participant required to bring a torch. All entries include chip timing, marshalled routes, and a finisher's medal.

A road event around Bury St Edmunds using the Windmill Way route and Golding Hills. Distances from 5k to ultra, rolling hills, aid stations every 10k, parking included and a bespoke finisher medal.

The Envious Run offers a choice of five distances, all on a scenic but challenging off-road course at Pengethley Manor. Participants have seven hours to complete their chosen run, making it accessible to walkers and runners. A virtual run o..

The Vogrie Country Park Trail Running Festival offers four distances on mixed-terrain trails. The half marathon, 10k, and 5k courses loop through the estate's woodlands and the Tyne Valley. All runners get a medal, with a post-race beer for..

A forest trail event at Sherwood Pines offering 10k, 5k and a junior run on undulating multi terrain, with route maps, bespoke medals, free photos and parking included in the ticket.

A 15 mile multi-terrain trail run at Hadleigh Country Park featuring muddy, undulating sections and elevated Thames Estuary views. Route maps and GPX files are available and the event operates a cupless water policy.

The South By Five series brings a free 5km run to Queens Park in Glasgow. This is a single event in a 12-week series visiting six parks. Entry requires a community donation, with support for a local animal charity.

Weekend races on the traffic free Tissington Trail near Ashbourne offering a half marathon and a 10k with views across the Derbyshire Dales. Entrants receive a bespoke medal, free photos and organisers award prizes for leading runners.

Two races from Kirkstall Bridge Inn in Leeds: a roughly 16 km trail route along the canal and River Aire including the Calverley Cutting, and a fast flat 10 km out and back on the canal towpath with a turnaround water station.

A coastal trail event in Beesands on 23 January 2027 offering 10K, half marathon, marathon and ultra distances along rocky and grassy coastal terrain with inland Devon hills and electronic timing.

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The OMG Run is a flexible trail event at Bawsey Country Park where you can run your chosen distance within six hours. Choose from a 5k up to an ultra marathon on an undulating lap course. Parking is included, and all finishers receive a bes..