Chester
Trail Running Calendar near Chester 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Chester for 2026-2027! We've gathered 70 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
Part of the Wirral Multi-Terrain League, Harrison Drive is a midweek multi-terrain race in Wallasey with senior distances around 6.5 to 8 km and junior races of about 2 miles.
A four-race midweek multi-terrain running series in September across Wirral parks, with senior races around 6.5 to 8 km and junior races of about 2 miles.
An 11.6 km fell race in Glyn Ceiriog with 425 m climb on 26 September 2026; on-the-day entry £6, minimum age 18, with refreshments and showers at the Canolfan Ceiriog Centre.
Trail Half Marathon and 10K through Delamere Forest with a canicross option, technical wooded trails, aid stations and eco measures.
A community focused 5 mile mixed terrain race in Rimrose Valley Country Park, Waterloo, Liverpool, with a scenic traffic free course through woodland and canal paths and a themed medal for finishers.
Guided trail run of about 10 km from Llangollen that visits Castell Dinas Bran and the Abbey, returning along the canal at a steady pace with regular regrouping stops.
October 2026
Uphill only 10 km from Ruthin to Moel Famau finishing above 550 m, featuring varied trails, a steep final gully and an optional bus return to Ruthin.
A 5K obstacle course at The Cheshire County Showground on 10 October 2026, organised by Islamic Help to fundraise for sustainable water projects.
A competitive multi venue cross country series featuring four fixtures held at locations including Heaton Park and Sefton Park during the autumn of 2026.
Inclusive canicross at Pennington Flash Country Park on 11 October 2026 with lakeside trails, marshalled routes and two distance options.
Test your endurance at Delamere Forest by running as many 6km mixed terrain loops as you can within an 8 hour time limit.
Discover Warrington's historic transport networks on this circular half marathon. Enjoy a marshalled trail route along canals and rivers with chip timing and a finishers medal included.
A flat, gravel out and back 5 Miler along the Wirral Way from Thurstaston with chip timing, water stations, a medal and goody bag.
A mixed terrain 5 km zombie run at Haigh Woodland Park with a flag life system, manual timing and a glow in the dark finishers medal.
Night trail racing at Delamere Forest with 10k and half marathon options, a Spooky Halloween fancy dress theme, reflective course markings, and a free kids 1k with medals.
November 2026
A five mile trail race in Sankey Valley Park, St Helens with marshalled routes, on-site facilities and post-race refreshments at The Ship Inn.