Much Wenlock
Trail Running Calendar near Much Wenlock 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Much Wenlock for 2026-2027! We've gathered 73 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
May 2027
A Telford-based running event with multiple lap distances that passes Ironbridge Gorge and returns via the Silkin Way.
Three trail races along the final sections of the Heart of Wales Line, finishing at Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre in Craven Arms with distances of 50, 26 and 16 miles.
A 145 mile towpath race from Birmingham to London with nine aid stations, a 45 hour cut off and entry by ballot in November 2026.
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.
A multi-distance fundraiser around Ironbridge with sections on the Silkin Way and varied paths; fancy dress is encouraged.
A chip-timed, England Athletics licensed multi-terrain 11.2 km race around Gnosall countryside, starting and finishing at the Gnosall Family Sports Club, plus a separate chip-timed Family Fun Run with 1 km and 0.5 km options.
A muddy 5k obstacle course at Sandwell Valley Country Park with mixed terrain and on-course obstacles, organised by Cancer Research UK with fundraising and participant provisions.
Point to point 50K race on Saturday 12 June 2027 with an officially measured route, annual bespoke medal, bag transfer and a finish at the Church Stretton Beer Festival.
Multi-lap event at Chasewater with distances from 5k to marathon, 5K laps on relatively flat paths, onsite cafe and aid stations, and a finisher medal.
July 2027
A canal-side, point-to-point half marathon from Wolverhampton to Birmingham on 3 July 2027, chip timed with seeded waves and race mementos.
A 24 hour loop challenge in Worcestershire where participants run three 6.81 km laps each hour, solo or in teams, with mandatory night kit and hourly eliminations.
A mostly flat mixed terrain 5k at Himley Hall on 4 July 2027 that passes the lake, with child ticketing, blue badge parking and a minimum fundraising target of £50.
Summer trail races at Cannock Chase Forest offering a Half Marathon and 10 km on hilly forest trails with on site parking, medals, photos and prizes.
A 6.7 km fell race in Snailbeach, Shropshire on 7 July 2027 with 375 m ascent; pre-entry and on-the-day entry available, and junior races for younger athletes.
A muddy 5k obstacle event at Cofton Park in Birmingham with staggered waves and fundraising for Cancer Research UK.
Trail event at Carding Mill Valley offering 10K, half marathon and marathon routes on the Shropshire Hills with aid stations, a medal and a cake competition.