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 1871 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.

The Manchester to Liverpool Ultra will take place in Manchester on Friday 26 March 2027. You can run 50 miles.

May 2027

A 50 mile running event in Great Britain on 1 May 2027. Organized by GB ULTRAS LTD, registration is recorded as available from 31 January 2026.

July 2027

Explore the Yorkshire Dales on a guided weekend taking on the 24 mile Yorkshire Three Peaks route with bunkhouse nights in Horton in Ribblesdale. Enjoy a relaxed 10 km loop on Sunday plus coaching, a training plan and event photos.

The Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon takes place on Saturday 3 July 2027. Organised by StuWeb Events Ltd, the race is listed as a half marathon with an event page and reviews available on Racecheck.

September 2027

A 100 mile ultra in Great Britain held on 25 and 26 September 2027, organised by GB ULTRAS LTD. Registration is indicated from 31 January 2026.

May 2028

Take on the MTC Grimalkin a scenic 34 mile single day ultra across Perthshire from Perth to Pitlochry as Day 4 of the Mount to Coast SCOTIA series. Spots limited to 40; all finishers earn a medal and champions take bespoke trophies.

Take on the inaugural MTC Glaistig, a scenic 31.3 mile ultra from Innerleithen to Edinburgh Airport with limited slots and a bespoke finisher medal. Expect rugged terrain, mandatory safety kit and a true end to end challenge.

Tackle the MTC Nuckelavee single day 40.1 mile ultra from Edinburgh Airport to Perth on 29 May 2028. With a small field and bespoke medal for finishers, this scenic challenge is perfect for seasoned trail runners seeking a big day out.

June 2028

Tackle the new MTC BEITHIR, a rugged 39 mile road and trail challenge from Kingussie to Inverness and Day 6 of the MTC SCOTIA series. Limited to 40 starters with strict cut offs and safety tracking, this is an epic, small field endurance te..

MTC SELKIE is a first edition 42 mile single day ultra on 3 June 2028, part of the Mount to Coast SCOTIA series. The coastal route from Dornoch to Dunbeath offers challenging terrain, bespoke finisher medals and strict safety kit rules.

Tackle a 38 mile coastal ultra from Dunbeath to John O'Groats on 4 June 2028. Limited field and a bespoke KELPIE medal make this scenic but demanding challenge ideal for seasoned runners.

July 2029

Take on MTC ALBION 2029, a 13 day, 503 mile end to end ultra from Gretna Green to Land's End, testing endurance across England. Limited to 20 entries, this supported challenge offers daily stages, tracking and a bespoke finishers trophy.

The MTC Boggart is an inaugural 38 mile single day ultra from Gretna Green to Penrith, blending classic countryside running with a friendly field. Limited entries, bespoke finisher medals and trophies for overall winners.

Take on the inaugural MTC Black Anise, a 38.1 mile single day ultra from Lancaster to Wigan on 12 July 2029. Limited to 40 runners, this compact end to end stage pairs rugged terrain with an intimate yet epic atmosphere and a Black Anise fi..

Take on a scenic one day 36 mile ultra from Wigan to Tarporley as Day 4 of the MTC ALBION. Limited field and GPS tracking make for a focused challenge where all finishers earn a Blue Caps medal and top men and women win bespoke trophies.

Tackle a challenging 36 to 38 mile ultra from Liskeard to Truro as part of the Mount to Coast series. Limited to 40 runners, all finishers earn a Will o the Wisp medal and male and female champions take home trophies.