Explore the East Midlands
From trail running in the Peak District to off-road cycling in Sherwood Forest, the East Midlands has a huge range of events and adventures to offer! Use the filters below to find a specific event in the East Midlands or keep browsing for outdoor inspiration.
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- Sun 26 Apr
- £38-£42
Tissington Trail Marathon & Half Marathon
Come and join this slice of racing joy through the picturesque Derbyshire countryside. With a slightly downhill second half - you've got gravity on your side and a truly beautiful route.
- Marathon
- Half marathon
- Sun 26 Apr
- £49-£58
Tridents Grantham Triathlon
A classic sprint triathlon with a fresh new energy to bring the triathlon scene back to Lincolnshire! A pool swim with a thrilling and scenic course plus a commemorative medal.
- Sprint triathlon
- Sprint aquabike
- Fri 8 May
- £33.30-£39
Bat Challenge
A tough, but ever so rewarding, day/night out with views for miles! Start in daylight and if you keep going long enough you'll be in complete darkness!
- 6 hrs trail running
- Sat 9 - Sun 10 May
- £20-£75
Run Rabbit Trail Festival
Join a friendly, well-organised trail run, or enter all three events to complete 'The Quest'! Scenic routes, great atmosphere, and distances to suit every runner from beginner to seasoned racer.
- Trail run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Ultra run
- Sun 10 May
- £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.
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Trail run
- Ultra run
- Sat 16 May
- £30-£37.50
Towcester Mill Brewery Sportive
A fantastic day of cycling from the picturesque Towcester Mill Brewery, exploring the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside to return to the warm hospitality of the brewery.
- Sportive 2
- Sat 16 May
- £26-£28
Lincolnshire Run
Welcome to a 6-hour timed running event where you can run a 5K all the way up to an ultra marathon on an out-and-back route within the time limit, with fuel stations, medal and goody bag.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra run
- + 1 more race
- Sun 17 May
- £25
Pink Ribbon Walk | Chatsworth House and the Peak District
Experience the Peak District's beauty as you travel along this breathtaking route. Enjoy magnificent landscapes, fresh air, and connect with nature while you explore on foot.
- Charity walk 2
- Sun 17 May
- FREE-£40
Smash Sherwood
Taking place at Sherwood Forest, Smash Sherwood is set to be a banger of a race! Expect mixed terrain, hills, loose surfaces and exposed tree roots as you experience the forest. Medal and T-shirt too!
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Trail run
- Sun 17 May
- £33-£35
Snap Fitness Market Harborough Half Marathon
Take on 13.1 miles of closed-road running through the beautiful Leicestershire countryside in a brand-new event that blends scenic miles with a buzzing race-day atmosphere.
- 13.1 miles road running + 652 ft ascent
- Sat 23 May
- £10-£45
Darley Moor May Duathlon
A day of duathlon for juniors and adults, based around the traffic-free Darley Moor race track - an ideal venue to try out a dual-disciplined sport.
- Kids duathlon 5
- Sprint duathlon
- Sat 23 May
- £15-£34
Catch Me If You Can | Northampton
Run it your way, from 5k to ultra, at your own pace, on a looped scenic Northampton trails. Inclusive, flexible, and rewarded with an amazing medal every time.
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sun 24 May
- £15-£34
Slow and Steady Wins The Race | Northampton
Walk, jog or run! Choose your distance from 5K to ultra, enjoy stunning Washlands trails, and earn a well-deserved medal and goody bag.
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Wed 3 Jun
- £35.10-£39
Griffin Challenge
Take on the Griffin Challenge at Coombe Abbey Park, a flexible lap-based trail event where you choose your distance and run scenic woodland and parkland trails.
- 6 hrs trail running
- Sun 7 Jun
- £18-£48
The Grange Spa Sportive
Start and finish in style from the fantastic grounds of a multi award-winning spa with fantastic views throughout then return to a welcome party with medal, hot food, music, fun and family games!
- Short sportive
- Medium sportive
- Sportive
- Sat 13 - Sun 14 Jun
- £20-£25
Big Hike | Peak District
Hike through magnificent woodlands, past pretty waterfalls and limestone cliffs, and take in beautiful views across the Peak District to help beat cancer step by step.
- Charity hike 3
- Sat 20 Jun
- £30-£37.50
Braybrooke Beer Co Sportive
An epic ride through stunning countryside, starting and finishing at one of the UK’s finest breweries, offering the best of British cycling and top-quality craft beer.
- Sportive 2
- Sat 27 - Sun 28 Jun
- £20-£99
ATW Triathlon | Mallory Park
Mallory Park Triathlon Extravaganza: A traffic-free triumph! A thrilling and safe circuit nestled in picturesque surroundings, boasting its own self-contained swimming lake.
- Super sprint triathlon
- Sprint triathlon
- Super sprint aquabike
- Sprint aquabike
- Novice triathlon
- Sat 27 Jun
- £20-£31
ATW Childrens Triathlon Mallory Park
Mallory Park Junior Triathlon: Where dreams take flight! Nurturing the next generation of triathletes, providing a safe and exhilarating environment for children to discover the thrill of multisports.
- Kids triathlon 5
- Sun 28 Jun
- £18-£64
TrailFest | Salcey Forest
A supported day of running and moving around the spectacular Salcey Forest for all abilities, speeds and experience levels, in beautiful surroundings and a great medal!
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- 50K ultra run
- Sat 4 - Sun 5 Jul
- £49-£199
Peak District Ultra Challenge
From the idyllic basecamp hub in Bakewell, charity challengers will head into the fabulous Peak District National Park on a route from 10 miles right up to the full 100km with full support!
- Ultra run 3
- 100K ultra run 2
- Trail run 2
- Sun 12 Jul
- £21.95-£67.95
Rasselbock Marathon and Half Marathon
Welcome to the stunning Sherwood Pines for an incredible day of running in the forest - whether it's your first event, you're going for a PB or if you just want a day in the forest with friends!
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Trail run
- Ultra run
- Sat 18 Jul
- £20-£25
Mighty Hikes | Peak District
Starting in Bakewell, trek through rolling hills and rugged moorland in the Peak District, exploring England’s oldest National Park while supporting people living with cancer.
- Charity hike 2
- Sun 19 Jul
- £15-£60
Revesby Running Festival
Runs with unparalleled scenery making them some of the most picturesque events in the area, on a private estate. 5K, 10K, half marathon or a totally unique running challenge 'Challenge The Estate'.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Multi-terrain run
- Sun 19 Jul
- £8-£20
Winwick Hall Trail Races
Come and enjoy these fully waymarked trail races plus a fun 2k children’s run, set in the scenic Winwick Hall Estate with varied terrain, hills and speedy descents.
- 10K run
- Fun run
- 5K run
- Sat 25 Jul
- £20-£22
Rumble In The Jumble III
Welcome to a 6-hour timed running event where you can run a 5K all the way up to an ultra marathon on an out-and-back route within the time limit, with fuel stations, jumble medal and goody bag.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra run
- + 1 more race
- Sat 1 Aug
- £60-£90
ATW Mallory Park Triathlon - Incorporating the 2027 European Age Group Championship Sprint Triathlon Qualifier
Mallory Park delivers a fast, unforgettable triathlon experience with smooth tarmac, a traffic-free circuit and a clean enclosed lake — an exhilarating, athlete-friendly venue.
- Super sprint triathlon
- Sprint triathlon
- Sat 15 - Sun 16 Aug
- £73-£75
Foxton Hound Ultra
Journey through the beautiful countryside and villages that surround Market Harborough and traverse the Harborough Round long distance footpath through Northamptonshire and Leicestershire.
- 100K ultra run 3
- 50K ultra run 3
- Ultra run 2
- Sun 16 Aug
- £32-£39
ATW Oundle Children’s Triathlon
A fun, friendly and fully supported triathlon for children of all abilities — perfect for first-timers looking to experience the thrill of swim, bike and run in Oundle.
- Kids triathlon 5
- Sat 12 - Sun 13 Sep
- FREE-£270
Ultra X England
From rolling hills to woodland paths, this is an opportunity to test endurance, build trail confidence and enjoy a professionally supported experience designed for runners and walkers alike.
- Ultra run 4
- 50K ultra run
- Multi-terrain run 2
- Sun 13 Sep
- £6-£26
Chatsworth 10K and Fun Run
An officially chip-timed, challenging, mixed terrain 10K in the stunning grounds of the Chatsworth estate. There is a 3K fun run for children, or adults who wish to take on a shorter distance.
- 10K run
- Fun run
- Sun 13 Sep
- £17-£78
The Amazing Northampton Run
Come to Britain’s largest town for the Amazing Northampton Run and take on a grand tour of everything great in Northampton including parks, riverside, sporting venues and amazing architecture!
- Fun run
- Half marathon 2
- Fri 18 - Sat 19 Sep
- £61-£99
Peak District Challenge
Trek or run through the Peak District on a distance of your choice from 25K to 100 miles with full safety support, food, drinks and a delicious stew supper! Navigate your way or join a guided group.
- Trail run 2
- 100K ultra run
- 100 mile ultra run
- 50K ultra run
- Sat 19 - Sun 20 Sep
- £38
Tissington Trail Half Marathon Weekend
A breathtaking half marathon racing down the length of the old disused railway with huge views of the Derbyshire Dales.
- Half marathon 2
- Sun 20 Sep
- £18-£25
Clipston Trail Half and Country 5 Miler
Tackle rolling bridleways through stunning Northamptonshire countryside, earn a well-deserved medal, and celebrate with a homemade village cake.
- Trail run
- Half marathon
- Sun 27 Sep
- £35
Market Harborough Festival of Cycling
The Festival of Cycling is back for an 11th year with a choice of distances on new routes plus off-road options too. Riders will enjoy beautiful rolling roads and tracks, medal, photos and a hot meal!
- Medium sportive
- Short sportive
- Mountain biking events 2
- Sun 27 Sep
- £25-£34
Battle Of Stamford Bridge Run
Welcome to a 6-hour timed running event where you can run a 5K all the way up to an ultra marathon on an out-and-back route within the time limit, with fuel stations, medal and goody bag.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra run
- + 1 more race
- Sun 4 Oct
- £36.50-£48.50
Lincoln Half Marathon
From the Lincolnshire Showground into the heart of the city, past the historic castle and cathedral, to cross the finish line to a roaring crowd, exclusive medal and finisher's goody bag!
- 13.1 miles road running + 437 ft ascent
- Sat 10 Oct
- £26-£28
Rhino Run
Welcome to a 6-hour timed running event where you can run a 5K all the way up to an ultra marathon on an out-and-back route within the time limit, with fuel stations, Rhino medal and goody bag.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra run
- + 1 more race
- Sat 24 Oct
- £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!
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 25 Oct
- £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!
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Fri 30 Oct
- £12-£20
Irchester Spooktacular
Halloween-themed night-time run over 5K and a 2K Family Fun Run, at Irchester Country Park. There’s an awesome finishers medal for all participants and prizes for the best fancy dress!
- 5K run
- Fun run
- Sat 31 Oct
- £25-£34
Halloween Run
Welcome to a 6-hour timed running event where you can run a 5K all the way up to an ultra marathon on an out-and-back route within the time limit, with fuel stations, medal and goody bag.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra run
- + 1 more race
- Thu 5 - Fri 6 Nov
- £23
Petzl Tunnel Vision
Welcome to the Tunnel Vision Night and Dawn Runs. Some of you love running in the dark. Some of you prefer it in the morning and others at night. Well, you can do both!
- Trail run 2
- Sat 7 Nov
- £8-£35
Nottingham MoRun
MoRunning brings everyday people together with the focus being to inspire you, your family, your kids and your friends to have the best time running! Get ready, Nottingham!
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 8 Nov
- £21.50-£26.50
Mallard Cake Dash
Fast, flat, food! Boasting a scenic route, a hot drink and slice of cake at the end and a flat and fast course, what's not to be loved? A sure-fire hit with runners of all levels.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Sat 14 Nov
- £8-£35
Derby MoRun
MoRunning brings everyday people together with the focus being to inspire you, your family, your kids and your friends to have the best time running! Get ready, Derby!
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Fri 20 Nov
- £32.40-£40
Dormouse Challenge & Canicross
Run through the woods at the award-winning Salcey Forest while you're served mince pies and treats from the aid station! Run as many 3.5-mile laps as you wish in the time limit.
- Fixed time runs
- CaniCross
- Sun 22 Nov
- £7-£26
Sherwood Christmas 10K & 5K
Celebrate Christmas at Sherwood Forest with this dazzling and festive 10K and 5K race, perfect for the whole family!
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Sun 29 Nov
- £25-£34
Rumble In The Jumble VI
Welcome to a 6-hour timed running event where you can run a 5K all the way up to an ultra marathon on an out-and-back route within the time limit, with fuel stations, jumble medal and goody bag.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra run
- + 1 more race
- Sun 13 Dec
- £7-£24
Salcey Forest Christmas 10K, 5K & Junior Fun Run
Watch out Dasher, Comet and Blitzen! It's time to fly around the beautiful Salcey Forest trails. Come for the seasonal atmosphere, the festive cheer and finish-line medals!
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Sun 20 Dec
- £16-£34
ATW Nottingham Holme Run
This fantastic, traffic-free, pancake-flat event takes place at the scenic National Water Sports Centre in Nottingham, offering a perfect setting for runners of all abilities.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 17 Jan 2027
- £14-£37
ATW Mallory Race Circuit Winter Runs | Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and Fun Run
Gear up for an adrenaline-packed winter running experience like no other at Mallory Park Motor Racing Circuit!
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 7 Feb 2027
- £22
Irchy Park Canicross
A 5K woodland adventure built for you and your dog, which is beginner-friendly, expert-supported, with medals and free race photos for every finisher.
- 5 km multi terrain running
- Sun 14 Feb 2027
- £34-£36
Naseby 1645
The Naseby 1645 is a 16.45 mile road race that weaves it way through stunning rural Northamptonshire, passing seven Battle of Naseby 1645 memorials and viewpoints.
- 16.45 miles road running + 869 ft ascent
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