Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

A multi-stage event at Dare Valley Country Park where runners complete five Pure distances within 24 hours, with separate and combined results. Distances include 5k, 10k, 50k, half marathon and marathon.

A fully supported trail running event in May 2027 along the way-marked Heart of Wales Line Trail from Llandrindod Wells to Craven Arms, offered in **50 miles**, **26 miles**, and **16 miles** distances.

Three trail races (50, 26, 16 miles) follow the final sections of the Heart of Wales Line, finishing at the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, with baggage transfer and varying checkpoint support by distance.

A 50 km point to point trail along the South Downs Way from Falmer to Eastbourne, the race runs mostly on grass trails and tracks, includes four aid stations, live GPS tracking and an 11 hour cutoff, and awards 2 ITRA points.

A backyard ultra at Hunters Greave where runners repeat a 4.167 mile loop every hour and must finish each loop within the hour to continue. Camping, aid stations and marshals support the event; the last runner standing is the champion.

The Pretty Muddy 5 km obstacle course at Baiter Park, Poole on 29 May 2027 runs across grass and tarmac with staggered wave starts every 15 minutes. Participants must be 13 or older and there is a minimum fundraising target.

A multi-distance trek and trail event from Richmond to Brighton on 29-30 May 2027, with covered rest stops, GPS tracking and camping options. Distances include 100 km, 50 km, 25 km and other options.

Trail event at Hyde Hall Farm with a 5.3 km loop and multiple race options up to a 32 hour 100 mile challenge. The event includes an on course aid station, secure parking and finisher medals.

A backyard ultra on 29 May 2027 in Hebden Bridge where runners complete laps of 4.167 miles each hour until one remains. The event includes a checkpoint with hot drinks, food, portaloos and a gazebo area.

An 86 mile point to point trail race along The Ridgeway National Trail from Ivinghoe Beacon to Avebury Stones, with eight checkpoints, GPS tracking, a 28 hour time limit and a 150 runner field.

A 60 km point to point ultramarathon on the Ridgeway National Trail from Ivinghoe Beacon to Ridgeway View Campsite, with about 1000 m of ascent, four checkpoints, open tracking and a 150 runner limit.

A timed track endurance event at Woodbank Park Athletics Track offering 6, 12 and 24 hour formats on a 400m loop, with on-site facilities, an aid station and recorded results.

A waymarked 100km coastal point to point ultra from the Bamburgh area to Tynemouth Priory with six feed stations, medical cover and full tracking; runners must carry mandatory kit and complete within a 24 hour cut off.

Day 3 of a five day challenge in Durham follows a signed trail route along the River Wear with views of the Cathedral. The seven hour time challenge lets participants choose distances from 3 km upward, with themed medals, distance pins and..

A 24 hour off road trail event on *5 mile* loops offering Solo, Pair, and Team entries. The site includes camping, parking, caterers, and illuminated routes for night running.

Norn Iron 100 is a long-distance ultra event listed on the UTMB Index with an iTRA 5 rating. It will hold its sixth edition on 29 and 30 May 2027 in Northern Ireland.

The Grim Reaper is a multi-distance trail event at Grimsthorpe Castle Estate on May 29-30, 2027, using a fully marked 10-mile loop through woodland, limestone tracks and a disused railway. Distances range from 10 miles up to 100 miles and a..

A 13.5 mile single-loop trail through the South Downs National Park, starting and finishing at Helen Garden in Eastbourne. The route follows the South Downs Way via Friston Forest, Seven Sisters and Beachy Head with about 2,000 ft of ascent..

A 28 km fell race on the Isle of Jura with seven summits and 2,370 m of ascent. Limited to 250 places, the course tests hillcraft and endurance and is described as one of the tougher races at this distance.

A flat trail event from East Hull along the TransPennine Trail offering distances from 5K to a full marathon, with feed stations, marshals, and a cup less policy for on-course drinks.