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Country to Capital
Wendover, United Kingdom
January 9, 2027Date confirmed
69 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+1
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Trail Running in England
103 verified events with 541 individual races (15 confirmed dates) in England complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events10315 confirmed dates
Competitions541Races & courses
Distances1 - 180 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+4,788 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Thames Trot
Oxford, United Kingdom
February 6, 2027Date confirmed
76 km21.1 km
Point-to-PointNature & Off-Road+2
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Rose of the Shires Ultra 54
Brixworth, United Kingdom
April 10, 2027Date confirmed
87 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain
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Devon Coast to Coast
Wembury, United Kingdom
April 17, 2027Date confirmed
180 km100 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
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Goring Gap Run
Mapledurham, United Kingdom
May 22, 2027 to May 23, 2027Date confirmed
52 km21 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+1
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The Peak District Challenge
Hathersage, United Kingdom
Date to be announcedDate TBA
160.93 km100 km75 km50 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
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Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge
Corfe, United Kingdom
Date to be announcedDate TBA
100 km84 km58 km42 km+3
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+6
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Cheddar Gorge Challenge
Cheddar, United Kingdom
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42 km22.15 km21 km11.15 km+5
Nature & Off-RoadFestive+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 9, 2027 | Country to Capital | Wendover, England, GB | Trail Running | 69 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 6, 2027 | Thames Trot | Oxford, England, GB | Trail RunningRoad Running | 76 km21.1 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 10, 2027 | Rose of the Shires Ultra 54 | Brixworth, England, GB | Trail Running | 87 km |
| Apr 17, 2027 | Devon Coast to Coast | Wembury, England, GB | Trail Running | 180 km100 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2027 - May 23, 2027 | Goring Gap Run | Mapledurham, England, GB | Trail Running | 52 km21 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | The Peak District Challenge | Hathersage, England, GB | Trail Running | 160.93 km100 km75 km50 km |
| Date to be announced | Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge | Corfe, England, GB | Trail Running | 100 km84 km58 km42 km |
| Date to be announced | Cheddar Gorge Challenge | Cheddar, England, GB | Trail Running | 42 km22.15 km21 km11.15 km |
| Date to be announced | Thames Path Challenge | London, England, GB | Trail Running | 100 km50 km28 km22 km |
| Date to be announced | Peak District Challenge | Bakewell, England, GB | Trail Running | 100 km73 km52 km48 km |
| Date to be announced | Isle of Wight Challenge | Atherfield, England, GB | Trail Running | 106 km54 km52 km25 km |
| Date to be announced | Lake District Challenge | Kendal, England, GB | Trail Running | 100 km51 km49 km28 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails. Trail running is defined by elevation gain, technical terrain, and natural landscapes across forest singletrack, coastal cliffs, and mountain passes. In this Trail Running in England directory, RunningCompass curates 103 events comprising 541 individual races, including 15 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 1 km to 180 km and elevation gains up to +4,788 m. Key host locations include Wendover, Oxford, Brixworth, Wembury. Notable events in this selection include Country to Capital, Thames Trot, Rose of the Shires Ultra 54.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Trail Running in England?
This overview currently includes 103 verified events featuring 541 individual races. Of these, 15 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 88 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Trail Running in England?
Races in this selection span distances of 1 km to 180 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +4,788 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Trail Running in England?
Top host locations include Wendover, Oxford, Brixworth, Wembury, Mapledurham. Representative events in the catalog include Country to Capital, Thames Trot, Rose of the Shires Ultra 54, Devon Coast to Coast. Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Trail Running in England?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 541 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.