Trail runs in UK in October 2026

• Sat 10 Oct 2026
• £10-£270
• Early bird

William Wallace Running Festival

"Follow in the Footsteps of Legends". Step onto Scotland’s most storied battlefields, where warriors once fought for freedom, and take on your own epic challenge. Are you ready to take the field?

Early bird on now

• Families
• Venue accessible
• Newcomers
• Music
• Event village
• Public transport links
• All ages

• Ultra run
• 50K ultra run
• 10K run
• Fun run

• Sat 10 Oct 2026
• £45-£140

The South Hams Ultra

The South Hams Ultra is a very scenic circumnavigation of South Hams in Devon over a choice of distances, which follows the brand new South Hams Way in South Devon.

• Newcomers
• Event village
• Age 18 & over

• Ultra run 2
• Marathon

• Sat 10 Oct 2026
• £24.90-£28

The Hurt

The toughest trail run in the South East is back by popular demand. Likened to fell running, the route includes steep, rocky ascent on lesser-known trails through the luscious Hurtwood Forest.

• Newcomers
• Event village
• Rural
• Sustainability policy
• Plastic-free event
• Age 16 & over

• Trail run
• Half marathon

• Sat 10 Oct 2026
• £70-£80

Lakes in a Day | 23 Miles

Want the excitement of being part of Lakes in a Day but with less navigation? This half distance option takes you on a journey from Ambleside to Cartmel on a fully waymarked route.

• Chip timing
• Enter online
• GPS tracking
• Hilly
• Mountainous
• Age 18 & over

• 23 miles trail running + 850 m ascent

• Sat 17 Oct 2026
• £19-£22

Loggerheads Autumn Trails

Dash through vibrant autumn woodlands and rugged trails, conquering scenic hills and winding paths. xperience the thrill, camaraderie, and natural beauty of Loggerheads’ unforgettable trail challenge.

• Families
• Newcomers
• Dogs allowed at venue
• Event village
• Park
• Age 14 & over

• Trail run 2
• CaniCross

• Sun 18 Oct 2026
• £23-£58

Old Mother Shipton's Soft Shoe Shuffle

A trail running extravaganza over a beautiful 6.5-mile route from Knaresborough centre through parkland then into beautiful countryside with an awesome medal at the finish line.

• Newcomers
• Plastic bottle free
• Event village
• Urban
• Park
• Rural
• Public transport links
• Age 16 & over

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

• Sun 18 Oct 2026
• £51.50

Brenig Way 50K Trail

This regional marked footpath of 32 miles winds it's way through some beautifully remote upland scenery. Start at the town of Corwen in the Dee Valley, and follow the signage up the Dee Valley.

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

• 50 km trail running + 1450 m ascent

• Sat 24 Oct 2026
• £28-£36

Monsal Trail October Half Marathon & 10K | Saturday

Take to one of the most iconic trails in the Peak District for stunning and traffic-free racing joy on a former Midland railway line taking you through four tunnels and across the spectacular viaduct!

• Recycling
• Newcomers
• Plastic bottle free
• Event village
• Rural
• Sustainability policy
• Age 15 & over

• 10K run
• Half marathon

• Sat 24 Oct 2026
• £18.50

Moel Famau Halloween 'Piece of String' Night Race

A great chance to stretch your legs at Halloween with the 'Piece of String' - at night! You will not know the distance until the event unfolds...

• Newcomers
• Dogs allowed at venue
• Event village
• Age 18 & over

• Trail run
• CaniCross

• Sun 25 Oct 2026
• £28-£36

Monsal Trail October Half Marathon & 10K | Sunday

Take to one of the most iconic trails in the Peak District for stunning and traffic-free racing joy on a former Midland railway line taking you through four tunnels and across the spectacular viaduct!

• Recycling
• Newcomers
• Plastic bottle free
• Event village
• Sustainability policy
• Age 15 & over

• 10K run
• Half marathon

• Sun 25 Oct 2026
• £37.50-£39.50

Wight Lines

Enjoy stunning coastal views on this flexible-distance run at Milford on Sea, following an out-and-back route beside Sturt Pond and the Isle of Wight — perfect for all abilities.

• Newcomers
• Enter online
• Flat
• Event village
• Coast
• Public transport links
• Age 18 & over

• 7 hrs trail running + 47 ft ascent

• Sun 25 Oct 2026
• £35

Stort30

A stunningly pretty 30-mile out-and-back ultra on the border of Hertfordshire and Essex along the River Stort and Lee navigation. A great first foray into ultra running or a fast competitive race.

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

• 30 miles trail running + 188 ft ascent