Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in United Kingdom for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 2363 exciting trail runs across the country. Find your next trail run in United Kingdom below and join the trail community at these great events! Search for a location or view races near London, Birmingham, Glasgow, Liverpool, Scotland or Wales.
December 2026
A December 10 mile undulating race around Peacehaven with mostly off road sections, marked route, finishers' medal and festive prizes.
A Peak District fell race on 6 Dec 2026 covering 8 km with 305 m climb, entry online or on the day for £8, team scoring by the first three finishers.
End of season event at Shipley Country Park on 7 December with a 6 hour format and random leftover medals for finishers; entry listed at £31.
Festive 5k at Chatelherault Country Park on 6 December 2026 with a Santa costume and medal included; open to ages five and up, family tickets available.
A hilly trail run of about 10 miles around Ham Hill organised by Crewkerne Running Club, with variable route options, a cupless format and on-course drink stations.
Timed lap event at Tilgate Park, Crawley with 5 km laps and distances from 5 km to ultra, a 7 hour limit, and a finisher medal for all participants.
Lap based event on the Exeter Canal from 5 km to ultra marathon, flexible start times, medal or no medal entries, limited to 50 runners.
A festive seafront running event in Portsmouth on 6 December 2026 with a flat course, themed medals, spot prizes, and limited entry.
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.
Military themed timed run at Barry Sidings Country Park on 6 December 2026 with lap based distances, medals, aid station and a seven hour limit.
A festive family fundraising run at Frimley Lodge Park with 5K and fun run options, festive items and an Event Village supporting local NHS hospitals.
A taster on the Longbridge 100 backyard course: six 7 km yards totalling 42 km using backyard rules, with timed results, prizes and on-course support.
A multi terrain half marathon on 6 December 2026 around the Pentland reservoirs near Balerno, limited to 150 runners with mandatory winter kit and an 8 mile checkpoint.
County cross country championships at Exeter Arena with junior and senior races from 2000m to 8000m, county qualification required and medals for individuals and teams.
A festive community 5K around Marble Hill Park on 6 December 2026 in aid of Richmond Borough Mind, with fancy dress, an eco-friendly medal and family friendly arrangements.
Part of a themed Christmas series at Pengethley Manor, this offroad event offers distances from 5k to ultra with a seven hour completion limit and both on site and virtual entry options.
Part of a 12-day Christmas race series at Pengethley Manor, offering 5k, 10k, half, marathon and ultra options on a 2.5 km lap off-road course. Walkers and runners have a seven hour time limit and paid entries receive a medal.
Virtual edition of the 4 Calling Birds Run offers 5k, 10k, half, marathon or ultra distances with a seven hour time limit and medal options for paid entries.
A 200 mile continuous loop across southern England on five way marked trails, with a 96 hour limit, three major aid stations with sleeping and a 20 kg drop bag limit.
A Santa themed community run at Wembley Stadium on Wednesday 9 December 2026 with a charity toy drive, a £50 prize for most laps and refreshments available.