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Trail running is one of the fastest growing sports in the UK with more and more races being held throughout the year and all over the UK, from Cornwall to the Scottish Highlands. Trail running events vary from small, locally organised trail races, to those with fields of hundreds of runners.
Every year Find a Race lists over 1,000 trail runs of all distances in the UK and beyond. So whether you’re looking for your first trail run or you’re an experienced off-road racer looking for a new trail race, check out our comprehensive 2026 - 2027 trail running race list below: you’ll find a find a race that’s perfect for YOU!
If you're looking for something different why not check out our Running Holidays page which lists international running trips and breaks, including trail running holidays.
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Trail Run Calendar 2026
TrailFest - Holdenby House
Holdenby House, NorthamptonLone Wolf South West 2026
Exeter, DevonRunning Tribe Races
Course 1,2,3 are at - Chalfont Park Sports Club Chalfont Park, SL9 0QA. Course 4,5,6,12 are at - Chalfont St. Peter Community Centre , SL9 9QX. Course - 7,8 are at - Amersham Cricket Club, Missenden Rd, Old Amersham, Bucks, HP7 0RN Course - 9 is at - Sarratt Village Hall, The Green, Sarratt,,Nr Rickmansworth, Herts WD3 6AS Course - 10,11 are at - Chesham & District Community Association, White Hill Centre, White Hill, Chesham, Bucks, HP5 1AG.Race to Remember
Portsmouth, HampshireThe Hurt
Guildford, SurreyLone Wolf South West 2026
Exeter, DevonABBATHON 5K and 10K Themed Run - Norwich
Norwich, NorfolkAberfoyle Festival of Trail Running
Cobleland Campsite, AberfoyleThe Commando Series - Hever Castle
Edenbridge, KentPHOENIX - Thou Shalt Run
Walton-on-Thames, SurreyAutumn Challenge Day 2
Exmouth, DevonGrafham Water Trail Races
Marlow Park, Grafham Water, Grafham, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire. PE28 0BH.The Richmond Autumn Riverside 10k and Half Marathon Run
Richmond, Greater LondonTrail Running Pole Workshop
Tring, HertfordshirePhoenix Manchester Biryani Dash
Manchester, Greater ManchesterChatelherault Country Park - 6k/10k/16k/20k
Hamilton, LanarkshireThe Maverick Jurassic Coast Trail 2026
Wareham, Corfe Castle, DorsetRunThrough Trails Berchtesgaden
Berchtesgaden, Berchtesgadener LandCARSINGTON WATER HALF MARATHON & 10K
DerbyshireRip'n' Run XL
Hebden Bridge, West YorkshireThe Maverick Jurassic Coast X-Trail 2026
Wareham, Corfe Castle, DorsetWater & Windmill 10 Miler
AlburyRichmond Park Half Marathon
Richmond, SurreyBlackpit 5km & 10km
Buckingham, BuckinghamshireThe Ultra Loop - Run As Many 6km Loops As You Can in 8 hours
Northwich, CheshireBedgebury Forest Half Marathon & 10K
Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest, Bedgebury Road, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2SJOld Mother Shipton's Soft Shoe Shuffle
The Start of the Beryl Burton Cycleway, in the park, not at Mother Shiptons Cave, KnaresboroughPhoenix West Sussex - Secret Squirrel
Crawley, West SussexHenley Half Marathon
Henley-on-Thames, OxfordshireThe Halloween 7in7
Ross-on-Wye, HerefordshireWell Run X Dunkertons 5k Night Trail
Cheltenham, GloucestershireWell Run X Dunkertons 5k Night Trail
Cheltenham, GloucestershireStreet Child Sierra Leone Marathon & Cycle Challenge 2026
Bombali, NorthernAmong The Pines Backyard Ultra
Gisburn Forest and Stocks - Forestry England Slaidburn BB7 4TSRØVE
OttawaRunThrough Trails Ascona - Locarno
LocarnoRunning Tribe Races
Course 1,2,3 are at - Chalfont Park Sports Club Chalfont Park, SL9 0QA. Course 4,5,6,12 are at - Chalfont St. Peter Community Centre , SL9 9QX. Course - 7,8 are at - Amersham Cricket Club, Missenden Rd, Old Amersham, Bucks, HP7 0RN Course - 9 is at - Sarratt Village Hall, The Green, Sarratt,,Nr Rickmansworth, Herts WD3 6AS Course - 10,11 are at - Chesham & District Community Association, White Hill Centre, White Hill, Chesham, Bucks, HP5 1AG.Pumpkin Plod: 5k,10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon & ultra-marathon
Ferry Meadows, Ham Lane, Peterborough, PE2 5UUPiglove By The River 10km & 5km
Piglove By The River, Clarence Rd, Leeds LS10 1EEIrchester Spooktacular
Irchester Country Park, Gipsy Lane, Little Irchester, Irchester, Wellingborough, NN29 7DL.Rosliston Rumble: Weekend Edition – Autumn 2026
Swadlincote, DerbyshireHalloween 5k Herons Reach, Blackpool
Blackpool, LancashireThe Maverick Dark Hampshire Gravel 2026
Farnham, Bucks Horn Oak, HampshireHubble Bubble & Ghostly 1 Mile
Leeds/Liverpool Canal, Wyther Lane, Kirkstall Leeds, LS5 3BTCommon Trail Running Event Questions
What trail races are happening in the UK, and how can I find one near me?
What trail races are happening in the UK, and how can I find one near me?
There are hundreds of UK trail races to choose from, with distances ranging from short woodland runs to multi-day ultras. Autumn usually has the busiest calendar, although events take place throughout the year and new dates continue to appear well in advance. To find something local, use the location and distance filters on this page rather than relying on one organiser’s calendar. Check the closing date as well as the race date, since popular or small-field events may stop taking entries early.
How do I start trail running and prepare for my first race?
How do I start trail running and prepare for my first race?
Start with a short run on a firm towpath, park trail or forestry track where you won’t need to navigate. Once that feels comfortable, practise on the sort of ground you’ll face in the race, whether that’s mud, loose stones or steeper climbs. Don’t worry if your pace drops, and walk the hills when running them would use too much energy. A 5K race is a sensible first target because it lets you get used to uneven ground without committing to several hours on the course. Avoiding injury and getting used to the types of terrain are the most important things when it comes to starting out with trail runs.
What is the best or most scenic trail race in the UK?
What is the best or most scenic trail race in the UK?
There’s no single best trail race, although Lindisfarne, the Jurassic Coast and events around Westonbirt Arboretum all offer memorable scenery. Lindisfarne brings tidal-coast views, while Westonbirt places runners among its trees and established paths. The Jurassic Coast is more demanding and turns the landscape into a much larger part of the challenge. If dramatic surroundings appeal more than an easy finish, the ultramarathon calendar also includes longer races through some of Britain’s wildest areas.
What is an average trail-running time, and how hard is it compared with road running?
What is an average trail-running time, and how hard is it compared with road running?
There isn’t a useful average trail-running time without knowing the distance and the course as these vary so much from event to event. A smooth, level trail may only slow you down slightly, whereas mud, steep climbs or technical descents can add a great deal of time to race. Published routes range from races with less than 30m of climbing to coastal ultras with several thousand feet, so two events over an identical distance may produce very different results.
How much does it cost to enter a UK trail race?
How much does it cost to enter a UK trail race?
A short UK trail race will commonly cost around £20 to £40, while longer or heavily supported events can be considerably more expensive. Once a race includes several stages, transport or overnight support, the fee may reach hundreds of pounds. The lowest price on a multi-distance booking page might also belong to its shortest race, so make sure you’re looking at the correct ticket. If you’re planning ahead, December trail races give you time to compare the entry fee with travel, parking and any kit you’ll need.