Liverpool
Trail Running Calendar near Liverpool 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Liverpool for 2026-2027! We've gathered 99 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
December 2026
A 10K trail race through Tatton Park with mixed terrain and a final 1 km on closed roads, organised by Run North West in support of Move charity.
Trail races from Prestatyn seafront along Offa's Dyke offering half, full and a 55.5 km ultra finishing at Horseshoe Pass.
A winter trail challenge in Appley Bridge on December 6 2026, just over 20 miles with 2345 ft ascent, self-navigation, a 12 mile water stop, and compulsory kit.
A 24 hour out and back trail challenge from Llanbenwch Caravan Park with 98 km, 70 km and 50 km options for solo entrants or teams.
BigXmas Trail Festival on 13 December 2026 offers three trail distances at Sale Water Park in Greater Manchester. Courses are marked and marshalled with aid stations on the half and marathon, chip timing, and a finishers medal or tree planting option..
A family friendly 3 km festive fun run at Marbury Country Park on 13 Dec 2026, organised by Northwich Running Club; entry £5 and places limited to 250.
Annual GMAA cross country championships at Wythenshawe Park on 13 December 2026 with age group races from U14 to senior, chip timing and team awards.
A festive trail race at Bwlch Penbarras with a mystery course of 6 to 12 kilometres, a canicross category, marshals and a mince pie at the finish.
A family run festive four mile fancy dress run in Horwich on 20 December 2026. Chip timing, a Christmas themed trinket and costume prizes are included and the route is fully marshalled on local roads and paths.
A downhill fell race from Moel Famau summit to Cilcain, about 4 km with a 350 m descent; date probable 27 December 2026 and the course is partially marked.
A 7-mile New Year's Eve fell race from The Little Tea Room in Rivington with a live bagpiper send-off, a pint and pie for finishers, and a post-race prize presentation and party at The Crown Pub in Horwich.
Timed lap based event at Chorlton Water Park on a flat riverside towpath, with distances from 5 km to ultra, a seven hour limit and a pick your own medal option.
January 2027
A scenic 5k loop from the Caravan Park and Cafe at Llanbenwch near Ruthin, featuring mixed road and trail surfaces, electronic timing and a finisher medal.
Night trail running around Rivington and Winter Hill with 10K and Half Marathon options, reflective course markings and a required head torch.
Timed multi lap event at Chorlton Water Park with distances from 5 km to ultra, a vegetarian aid station and a finishers medal plus cake from Finch Bakery.
A 7.5 km fell race with 283 m ascent around Darwen Tower on 23 January 2027, with on-the-day entry and a 2 km junior race for ages 8 to 15.
Trail running in Delamere Forest, Cheshire offering 10K and Half Marathon on signed routes with timing, aid stations and medals.
A timed draw event at Hardy Farm where participants pick Bees or Dragons and complete laps along the River Mersey within a seven hour limit, with a bespoke medal for finishers.
February 2027
Challenge walk through Rivington, Anglezarke and Turton Moors offering 17 mile and 24 mile routes; runners may enter only the 24 mile course.