Trail Marathons in UK in Summer

• Sat 6 - Sun 7 Jun
• £95-£105
• Team places only

Endure24 | Reading

The UK’s favourite 24-hour trail race! Epic, Brutal, Relentless. Race against the clock to tackle as many laps of the iconic course as you can. How far can you go in 24 hours?

Team places only

• 24 hrs multi terrain running

• Sat 6 Jun
• £55-£65

Samaritans Way Ultra | 40K Marathon

Take on the trails on the Official Samaritans Way created by Teesside Samaritans many years ago. Run alone or in a relay; there are different options and different distances to get your shoes muddy.

• 40 km trail running + 3387 ft ascent

• Sat 6 Jun
• £139
• 11 charities

Lakes Marathon

Start from Kendal Base Camp, head up the Longsleddale Valley, over the testing Garburn Pass with stunning 360 views towards Windermere and then on to Ambleside and Rydal's Water's edge.

• 42 km trail running + 1200 m ascent

• Sat 13 Jun
• £53-£55

Bewl Water Summer | Marathon

Previously rated one of the top UK marathons! Scenic mixed-terrain route around Bewl Water on undulating rural wooded trails and quiet country lanes.

• 26.2 miles trail running + 1420 ft ascent

• Sat 13 Jun
• £40

Rame Head Race | Marathon

Coastal paths with a satisfying mix of hills plus flatter, faster sections on a multi-lap route round the stunning Mount Edgcumbe Peninsula — a spectacular marathon coastal challenge.

• 26.2 miles trail running + 4184 ft ascent

• Sun 14 Jun
• £40-£42

Roche Abbey Ramble | Marathon

Explore rolling trails, woodland and grassy lanes on this scenic, lapped marathon around historic Roche Abbey — a relaxed yet challenging run for all levels.

• 26.2 miles trail running + 299 ft ascent

• Sun 21 Jun
• £16-£29

Lord of The Run | North

Come and join in for Lord of The Run run! Whether you love the series of books and the film franchise or you just fancy a run along the beautiful River Wear, then this is the event for you!

• Trail run
• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• + 3 more races

• Sun 21 Jun
• £40-£42

Breezy in Brighouse & Special Solstice Run | Marathon

Celebrate the longest night with a breezy, atmospheric marathon through Brighouse. Enjoy open-air vibes, community spirit and the chance to move and connect under summer skies.

• 26.2 miles trail running + 299 ft ascent

• Sat 27 Jun
• £33-£38

Cock-a-doodle Dawdle | Full Marathon

Join like-minded runners doing different distances, starting from the base camp of Hyde Hall Farm and encompassing the beautiful grounds around it over a lovely marathon looped trail route.

• 26.2 miles trail running + 1312 ft ascent

• Sat 27 - Sun 28 Jun
• £95-£105
• 2 charities
• Team & charity places only

Endure24 | Leeds

The north's favourite 24-hour trail race! Epic, Brutal, Relentless. Race against the clock to tackle as many laps of the iconic course as you can. How far can you go in 24 hours?

Team & charity places only

• 24 hrs multi terrain running

• Sun 5 Jul
• £33-£38

Summer Ready Run

Come and join the fun in a 4 or 6-hour running challenge at Ferry Meadows! Run as much as you want through the forest on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for some more.

• Multi-terrain run 2

• Sat 11 Jul
• £40-£42

Sithee at Slawit Again | Marathon

Starting and finishing in the village of Slaithwaite, pronounced 'Slawit' to the locals, this is perhaps the most undulating canal by a long chalk. Bespoke medal, drinks and goodies for all.

• 26.2 miles trail running + 834 ft ascent

• Sat 11 Jul
• £40-£42

It's cracking t'flags at Summer Extravaganza | Marathon

Runners will trail along the tranquil Leeds to Liverpool Canal (Kirkstall) on an entirely flat route, making it perfect for beginners who want to take in the beautiful lakeside sights.

• 26.2 miles trail running

• Sun 12 Jul
• £27-£38

Norfolk Festival of Running

Run, lap, repeat — from 5K to ultra-marathon across scenic trails at Bawsey Country Park, with friendly support, flexible distances and the freedom to run your own way.

• Fixed time runs 2

• Sun 12 Jul
• £59.99-£64.99

Snowdonia Trail Marathon Eryri

The most epic trail marathon in Wales! Iconic and spectacular trails, circumnavigating then climbing the slopes of Wales' highest peak - Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon).

• 27.3 miles trail running + 1685 m ascent

• Sun 19 Jul
• £16-£29

Ooops I Ran It Again | North

Who hasn't completed a race, sworn they will never run again and then booked onto another one the following day?!

• Trail run
• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• + 3 more races

• Sun 19 Jul
• £50.50-£60

Revesby Running Festival | Challenge The Estate

A new and totally unique running challenge where you aim to run 10 x 5K laps which get faster the more you complete. How far can you go?

• 1 day trail running

• Thu 23 Jul - Sat 1 Aug
• £300-£350

Great Barrow Challenge | 10 events in 10 days

10 running events in 10 days in the beautiful Suffolk countryside. Run 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon or an Ultra every day for 10 days in this unique endurance challenge!

• 10 days trail running

• Sun 26 Jul
• £55

Bright Skies Surrey Hills | Marathon

The Bright Skies Marathon is a thrilling daytime trail race following an undulating yomp through Surrey's rolling hills and the Denbies Estate in the Surrey Hills.

• 26.2 miles trail running

• Sat 8 Aug
• £56-£95

ATW First To Full Triathlon Festival | 12hr Solo

Alongside the multisports, there’s a 12-hour endurance run where you can push your limits as an individual or join forces in a relay team. Run as far as you can in 12 hours and soak up the support.

• 12 hrs trail running

• Sun 9 Aug
• £53-£55

Thames Meander Summer | Marathon

Previously rated one of the top 10 UK marathons by Runners World! Stunningly scenic riverside routes along the Thames towpath. Flat, fast and very runnable with great runner support.

• 26.2 miles trail running + 600 ft ascent

• Sat 15 Aug
• £40-£42

Sir Titus Summer Trot | Marathon

Enjoy a trip up the Leeds and Liverpool Canal this summer over a range of distances, all along the flat and even towpath. This event is perfect for runners of all abilities.

• 26.2 miles trail running

• Sat 15 Aug
• £23-£35

I'm Not Throwing Away My Shot Run | Marathon

If you're a fan of the musical Hamilton, then this is the run for you!

• 26.2 miles trail running

• Sat 22 Aug
• £40-£42

Summer Extravaganza | Marathon

Soak up summer miles on a flat, fast canal towpath, with great support, generous treats and distances for every runner including marathon — a Yorkshire day out to remember.

• 26.2 miles trail running + 288 ft ascent