Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

A fully tracked 36 mile trail ultramarathon around the Esk Valley Walk, starting and finishing in Glaisdale. The route has about 4487 ft of ascent, five marshaled checkpoints, a 14 hour cut-off, and options for a finisher medal and t-shirt..

Trail running at Staveley, Cumbria with 5 km, 10 km and half marathon routes on marked, marshalled trails, varied terrain and an event village offering music, food and merchandise.

A 90K UTMB Index 100K ultra along the historic Pilgrim Way from North Queensferry to St Andrews Cathedral. The fully marked route crosses towns such as Dunfermline and Ceres, includes 1,200 m of ascent and GPS tracking.

A five mile off road race through woods and farmland around Hurstbourne Tarrant in the North Wessex Downs. Organised entirely by volunteers since 2009, the annual event donates all proceeds to local charities.

A two day trail running event around Loch Ness with seven race options from 12 km to 100 miles. Start towns include Inverness, Dores and Fort Augustus with aid stations about every 10 km and camping options for some entries.

A 14 km fell race in Coniston on 1 May 2027 with 1065 m of ascent, pre entry only via SI Entries and fees for members and non members; parking is at Coniston CE Primary School only.

A 5k obstacle course at Coopers Field, Bute Park, Cardiff, with tarmac paths and grassy sections that can get boggy after rain. The event raises funds for Cancer Research UK and uses staggered wave starts; participants must be 13 or older.

A Pretty Muddy 5k obstacle course at Lydiard Park on 01 May 2027 featuring mixed paths, hills and muddy obstacles. The event has wave starts, blue badge parking on grass and a minimum fundraising target of £50.

A multi-distance trail event on 1 to 2 May 2027 from Chale basecamp around the Isle of Wight, featuring routes past the Needles and Cowes. The event includes regular rest stops, GPS tracking, camping options and finishers' kit.

A single entry that covers four Centurion 100 mile races held between 1 May and 17 October 2027. Minimum age 20, published fees apply and optional XCover insurance is available.

A 100 mile trail race along the Thames Path from Richmond to Oxford on 1 May 2027, with 1900 ft of climb, a 30 hour cut off and a minimum of twelve aid stations. Entries require a qualifying 50 mile finish within 15 hours.

An official Backyard Ultra at Blaise Castle Estate on 1 May 2027 where runners complete a 6.7056 km loop each hour until one runner remains. The woodland loop is hilly and technical, head torches are mandatory at night and minimum age is 20..

Three towns host races across a Bank Holiday weekend in 2027, with combined results forming the Mid Sussex Marathon. Distances include 10 mile, 10k, a chip timed mile and a family fun run, plus virtual and combo marathon options.

Trail races from Caffyns Farm, Lynton, through Exmoor National Park with five routes from 5 km to a 56 km ultra. Expect coastal paths, moorland and technical terrain with substantial elevation.

A 33 mile trail race following much of the Chesterfield Round Walk through moorland, woodland, reservoirs and farmland. Route notes and GPX files are provided and checkpoints offer water with food at selected points.

A guided 30 mile trail run near Guildford on 1 May 2027 that follows sections of the North Downs Way and the Greensand Way. It is presented as a first taste of ultra running with on route guidance and a possible post run alcohol free beer.

Trail running in Castleton organised by Trails For Good with a finish area featuring local food and drink. The event supports local businesses and helps fund nature regeneration and trail repair through a partnership with the Peak District..

An annual spring road race on Tiree featuring a 10 km and a half marathon with start and finish on Sorobaidh Beach, evening prizegiving and a community ceilidh.

Three Forts Challenge is a Sussex trail running event across the South Downs from Lancing Manor Leisure Centre. It offers a full marathon, half marathon and a 5 mile run, and directs event profits to Ferring Country Centre and local chariti..

A 9.6 km fell race near Accrington on 2 May 2027 with 338 m of climb. It is a Category BS event with UK Athletics insurance, open to entrants aged 18 and over with pre entry and on the day options.