Derby
Trail Running Calendar near Derby 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Derby for 2026-2027! We've gathered 137 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
April 2027
A multi-distance running event at Pingles Centre, Nuneaton on 24 April 2027 with marathon, half marathon, 10K and 5K plus virtual participation.
Marathon and half marathon along the traffic free Tissington Trail in Derbyshire, an out and back route climbing to Parsley Hay then returning to Ashbourne Leisure Centre.
A six hour trail event at Beacon Hill Country Park on a 3.3 mile loop where participants choose how many laps to complete, with daylight and night running options.
May 2027
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 six hour lap event at Pooley Country Park featuring a 3.3 mile loop, a climb to a 50ft golden tower, and flexible lap-based distances from single laps to marathon and beyond.
A fully supported 75 miles ultra across England's Midlands with six stocked checkpoints, a three person relay option and UTMB Index recognition.
A 10.5 km race in the Peak District on 8 May 2027 with 400 m of climb; pre-entry required and minimum age 18.
A 7.5 mile clockwise lap of Carsington Reservoir in Derbyshire with a bespoke finisher medal, open to runners aged 16 and over.
A chip-timed 10K trail race through Sherwood Pines on 9 May 2027 with distance markers, a water station, limited entries and cash bonuses for fast winning times.
A Pretty Muddy 5k obstacle course at Braunstone Park on 15 May 2027 combining grass and path with climbs, crawls and slides. Waves start every 15 minutes, participants must be 13 or older and there is a minimum fundraising target of £50.
A 13.1 mile off-road half marathon along the High Peak Trail from Friden to Cromford on compacted limestone and cinder, with coach transfers and a marked course.
A 20-mile, 2,800 ft ascent run or walk in the Hope Valley starting and finishing in Hathersage, with limited entries and fundraising for a local primary school.
A 5.8 mile fell race around Youlgrave with mixed trails, partial waymarking and a modest entry fee, raising funds for local village facilities.
A 26.2 miles walk and run from Alstonefield with 4800 feet of ascent, staffed checkpoints, a finish meal and certificates for completers.
Bluebell's Revenge is an 8.9 km fell race in the Peak District on 26 May 2027 with 315 m climb, pre-entry only and a 150 runner limit.
June 2027
A last-runner-standing backyard ultra at Far Coley Farm on 4 June 2027: hourly 4.167 mile loops on mixed trail until one runner remains, with an on-site village, limited accommodation, and crew facilities.
Derby Pretty Muddy 5k is an obstacle course at Markeaton Park with climbing, crawling and sliding across mixed terrain. It is for participants aged 13 and over and includes a fundraising element, a kit pack and a finisher medal.
A fully supported 100 mile trail ultra around the Leicestershire Round with solo and four person team relay options, nine checkpoints and a 32 hour cut off.