Matlock
Trail Running Calendar near Matlock 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Matlock for 2026-2027! We've gathered 165 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
April 2027
A looped 6.03 km course around Hardwick Hall in Derbyshire, Day Two runs the lap in reverse; runners may complete as many laps as possible in six hours or finish one for a bespoke medal.
A Peak District fell race on 14 April 2027 covering 4.8 km with 340 m of ascent. Pre-entry and on-the-day entry are available and juniors aged 14 and over run in the main race.
An inflatable obstacle course and fun run at Donington Park on 17 April 2027 offering 2.5k to 15k lap distances, music zones, on-course water and finisher medals.
Ladies only 13.1 mile out and back trail near Sutton Scarsdale with 200 m ascent, a turnaround aid station, marshal and medic cover, and post race cake and hot drinks.
Six hour looped running challenge in Sherwood Pines on Sunday, part of a weekend with the Saturday loop run in reverse; finishers receive a bespoke medal.
Trail races at Elvaston Castle Country Park offering 10.4K, 14.5K and half marathon courses through woodland, parkland and riverside trails with full route marking.
Trail event at Thoresby Park on 18 April 2027 offering distances from 2km to marathon, canicross options, live chip timing, and on-site parking.
A multi-terrain marathon and half marathon on the traffic-free Tissington Trail in Derbyshire, using a former railway line between Ashbourne and Buxton. Includes route maps, a bespoke medal, free photos and prizes for leading runners.
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 Castleton trail race in the Trails For Good series, featuring local food and drink at the finish and supporting Peak District nature and trail repair projects.
A 7.5 mile clockwise circuit around Carsington Reservoir with scenic views, a bespoke finisher medal, and support for Derby & District RSPCA; entrants must be 16 or older.
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.
An off road 10 km starting at Harborough Rocks and finishing at Cromford Wharf as part of the White Peak Festival of Running.
Mid-May fell race in Youlgrave, Derbyshire with a 5.8 miles course and 876 ft climb over trails, fields and a swamp, entry £6 and limited places.
A 26.2 mile walking and running challenge around Alstonefield with 4800 feet of ascent, staffed checkpoints, food at the finish and community fundraising.
June 2027
A handicapped fell race of about 3.5 miles with 860 feet of ascent, held each Whitsun Tuesday and described as the oldest continuously run fell race in the world. Entrants must be over 18 and the route includes two road crossings.
A 24-hour trail challenge in Edale where runners complete as many 23.3 km loops (977 m ascent each) as possible. Entries limited to 50 with indoor transition, camping and a single log-cabin option; support, navigation notes and an eco-trophy included..