Trail runs in May 2026

• Fri 1 May 2026
• £16-£27

Midweek Chasing Numbers May

The aim of the midweek runs is to hold events as cheaply as possible in order for people to be able to build their numbers or simply to help people achieve their own goals at an affordable price.

• Families
• Newcomers
• Event village
• All ages

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

• Fri 1 May 2026
• £100-£102

Portland Pig BackYard Ultra

4.167 miles on the hour, every hour, until the there is only one left standing. Have you got what it takes for just one more loop?

• Newcomers
• Chip timing
• Enter online
• Flat
• Event village
• Rural
• Coast
• Plastic-free event
• Age 20 & over

• 1 day multi terrain running + 323 ft ascent

• Mon 4 May 2026
• £16-£27

Bank Holiday Madness May

This Bank Holiday event is run as cheaply as possible in order for people to be able to build their numbers or simply to help people achieve their own goals at an affordable price.

• Families
• Newcomers
• Event village
• All ages

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

• Sat 9 - Sun 10 May 2026
• £95.50-£155.50

24 Hours South | The Offa's Dyke Ultra

The finish line is unique to you: 24 hours after the mass start, the race shall stop and the Solo Runners and Teams furthest South on the National Trail, shall be declared winners.

• Newcomers
• Chip timing
• Enter online
• GPS tracking
• Event village
• Rural
• Age 18 & over

• 24 hrs trail running + 8561 ft ascent

• Sun 10 May 2026
• £24-£60

Shires and Spires

A selection of races with top reviews based in the village of Naseby famous for the Battle of Naseby in 1645. The ultra takes in Althorp, home of the Spencer family and Princess Diana's resting place.

• Newcomers
• Event village
• Rural
• Age 18 & over

• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• Trail run
• Ultra run

• Fri 15 - Sun 17 May 2026
• £30
• Early bird

Keswick Mountain Festival

The UK's top outdoor sports festival! Incredible entertainment, sports events, speakers, live music, activities, brand expo, bars, food, drink and much more.

Early bird on now

• Families
• Venue accessible
• Newcomers
• Dogs allowed at venue
• Entertainment
• Music
• Enter online
• Event village
• Event expo
• Park
• Rural
• Mountains
• Sustainability policy
• All ages

• 5K run 2
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• 50K ultra run
• Fell run
• + 12 more races

• Sat 16 May 2026
• £9-£28

Roadford Lake Trail Races

By popular demand, a selection of trail races has been added to the multi-sports weekend at the scenic Roadford Lake, with an inclusive and encouraging atmosphere, and lakeside camping.

• Families
• Trees not tees
• Newcomers
• Dogs allowed at venue
• Event village
• Rural
• Sustainability policy
• Age 3 & over

• Fun run 2
• 5K run
• CaniCross 2
• 10K run
• Half marathon

• Thu 21 May 2026
• £16-£135

Dun Holm Challenge | Day 1

Whether you are a Durham resident, you just love the area, or you fancy running along the River Wear with views of the Cathedral, then this is the run for you! Themed medal too!

• Families
• Newcomers
• Event village
• All ages

• Trail run
• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• + 4 more races

• Fri 22 May 2026
• £16-£36

Dun Holm Challenge - Day 2

Whether you are a Durham resident, you just love the area, or you fancy running along the River Wear with views of the Cathedral, then this is the run for you! Durham-themed medal too.

• Families
• Newcomers
• Event village
• All ages

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

• Sat 23 May 2026
• £16-£36

Dun Holm Challenge | Day 3

Whether you are a Durham resident, you just love the area, or you fancy running along the River Wear with views of the Cathedral, then this is the run for you! Durham-themed medal too.

• Families
• Newcomers
• Event village
• All ages

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

• Sat 23 - Sun 24 May 2026
• £28-£245
• 20% off

Lough Cutra Castle Triathlon and Multisport Festival

Get active in the beautiful grounds and surrounding area of stunning South Galway in the discipline of your choice! Recruit your friends and celebrate your challenge in the festival village.

20% off

• Families
• Newcomers
• Event village
• Rural
• Age 9 & over

• Sprint triathlon 3
• Super sprint triathlon
• Novice triathlon
• Sprint duathlon
• Sprint aquabike
• + 17 more races

• Sat 23 - Sun 24 May 2026
• £33-£165

Farmmageddon

Can you survive Farmmageddon? You have 32 hours to complete 100 miles over a fantastic 5.3K loop through the lovely grounds of Hyde Hall Farm. 24-hour or shorter distance options too.

• Newcomers
• Event village
• Rural
• Age 18 & over

• 5K run
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• Ultra run 2
• + 2 more races

• Sun 24 May 2026
• £16-£36

Dun Holm Challenge | Day 4

Whether you are a Durham resident, you just love the area, or you fancy running along the River Wear with views of the Cathedral, then this is the run for you! Durham-themed medal too.

• Families
• Newcomers
• Event village
• All ages

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

• Sun 24 May 2026
• £14-£42

Get the Hull out of Here

Based out of East Hull this race will run out on the TransPennine Trail towards Hornsea, it should allow runners to enjoy a flat even surface ideal or both beginners or for seasoned athletes...

• Newcomers
• Event village
• Park
• Age 16 & over

• 5K run
• 10K run
• 10 miler
• Half marathon
• Trail run
• + 1 more race

• Mon 25 May 2026
• £16-£36

Dun Holm Challenge | Day 5

Whether you are a Durham resident, you just love the area, or you fancy running along the River Wear with views of the Cathedral, then this is the run for you! Durham-themed medal too.

• Families
• Newcomers
• Event village
• All ages

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

• Fri 29 - Sun 31 May 2026
• £10-£79

Blair Castle Trail Weekender

A weekend of inclusive trail races, camping, festival vibes, yoga workshops, guided runs, live music and outdoor cinema, all based in the grounds of the iconic Blair Castle in the Cairngorms.

• Families
• Recycling
• Newcomers
• Plastic bottle free
• Entertainment
• Music
• Event village
• Event expo
• Park
• Rural
• Mountains
• Sustainability policy
• Public transport links
• All ages

• Ultra run
• Trail run 4
• Walking festival
• Half marathon

• Sat 30 - Sun 31 May 2026
• FREE-£85

Lake District Running Festival

50 years of Lake District running in one unforgettable weekend! Trail runners, fell runners, orienteers and walkers of all abilities in an iconic location with family-friendly activities and more.

• Families
• Newcomers
• Event village
• Rural
• Mountains
• Age 5 & over

• Sprint orienteer
• 5K run
• 10K run
• Trail run
• Marathon
• + 2 more races