Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2024-2025

The Christmas Charity Run at Rathfinny is a unique running event set in the picturesque Rathfinny Wine Estate, known for its sustainable practices and stunning views of the South Downs National Park. Participants will complete two 5km loops through the vineyard, with a focus on eco-friendliness as i..

"Six Geese a Laying" is a self-navigation trail race organized by Essex Trail Events, taking place on December 30, 2024. Participants can choose from three distances: a half marathon, 8 miles, or 5 miles. Runners will receive a written route description on the day of the event, as there are no cours..

The Darklink 10K is a unique headtorch running event taking place on December 30, 2024, in Sussex. Participants will navigate a flat route starting at the Toll Bridge in Shoreham, heading north along the Downslink towards Bramber and back. The event features a halfway aid station and is fully marsha..

Black Moon Rising is a challenging trail half marathon set in the picturesque Derbyshire region, specifically along the eastern fringes of the Peak District. Participants will embark on an out-and-back course starting from Rock Lane in Sutton Scarsdale, navigating through Sutton Spring Wood and asce..

The Wormstones Fell Race will take place in Glossop on Tuesday 31 December 2024.

The Daleside Auld Lang Syne is a classic New Year's Eve fell race organized by Wharfedale Harriers, taking place at Penistone Hill Country Park. The race covers a distance of 6.7 miles with an elevation gain of 1000 feet, featuring challenging terrain that includes mud, bogs, and stream crossings. P..

The Bell Challenge Day 5, organized by Running Events Devon, invites participants to a scenic running event on January 1, 2025. This 7-hour timed challenge features a 5.3k out-and-back course on a former train line, suitable for all abilities, from walkers to seasoned runners. Participants can compl..

The Giant's Tooth Fell Race is a traditional running event held at the Ogden Water Local Nature Reserve in West Yorkshire, known for its scenic trails and challenging terrain. Covering a distance of 4.8 kilometers (approximately 3 miles), participants face a significant climb to the "tooth" followed..

The Knacker Cracker is renowned as "Britain's toughest 10k," featuring a challenging route that includes significant elevation changes, with a total ascent of 473m and descent of 335m. Set to take place on January 1, 2025, the race will utilize a new, more difficult course that avoids ecologically s..

The Clowbridge 5k is a running event taking place on January 1, 2025, around the scenic Clowbridge Reservoir, featuring a popular route off the Pennine Bridleway. Participants will complete two laps of a well-marked trail path, with a total elevation gain of 25 meters. The event is open to runners a..

The Hangover Hike, organized by the Long Distance Walkers Association, is a popular event taking place on January 1st, 2025. Participants can choose from three circular routes of 10, 17, or 21 miles, all starting and finishing at The Leggers Inn in Dewsbury, West Yorkshire. The event encourages both..

The Wooler Vertical 1K Feet Trail Race is an exciting running event set to take place on January 1, 2025. Participants will tackle a challenging 4-mile route with a 1,000-foot ascent to the summit of Humbleton Hill. The race starts and finishes at The Cheviot Centre, where facilities such as toilets..

The Nine Standards is a classic out-and-back running event taking place in the hills above Kirkby Stephen on January 1, 2025. This race covers a distance of 8 miles (12.9 km) with an elevation gain of 1801 feet (549 m). Participants can register online, with entry fees set at £10 for FRA members and..

The Aonach Mor Uphill event is a thrilling running race taking place on January 1, 2025, at the Nevis Range Ski Centre in Fort William. Participants will tackle a challenging 4 km course with a significant climb of 610 meters. The event is open to individuals over 18, and full body cover is required..

The NAV4 LAW75 Recce event offers participants the opportunity to explore the middle third of the LAW75 route, spanning over 20 miles from Buckden to Mallerstang. Scheduled for January 4, 2025, this event is open to all, whether registered for the main event or not. Participants will meet in Kirkby ..

The Essex XC Championships is a cross-country running event scheduled for January 4, 2025, at Gloucester Park in Basildon. This competition features a series of challenging multi-lap courses for various age groups, including U11, U13, U15, U17, and senior categories. Participants will compete for in..

The Hardmoors 15 is a popular running event featuring a circular route of approximately 18 miles, starting and finishing at Robin Hood’s Bay. With an entry limit of 150 participants, the event has consistently sold out in previous years, highlighting the need for early registration. The race is desi..

The Hardmoors 30 is a challenging running event covering approximately 30 miles, set in the scenic North York Moors. The route begins at Robin Hood’s Bay and includes stunning views along the Cleveland Way and the Cinder Track, passing through picturesque locations such as Ravenscar and Scalby Mills..

The Walter Raleigh Round Half Marathon is a scenic running event that takes place in Budleigh Salterton, celebrating the birthplace of Sir Walter Raleigh. The half marathon covers a distance of 13.6 miles, featuring a diverse route that includes quiet lanes, unsurfaced roads, footpaths, and stunning..

The Country to Capital Ultra Marathon is a renowned 43-mile race that marks the beginning of the ultra running season. Set in the picturesque Buckinghamshire countryside, the course takes participants from Wendover to the Little Venice canal basin in London, crossing the M25 and featuring a mix of t..