KOTWF Race & Events Calendar
A complete overview of endurance events, from world-class races to local community meet-up
Peak Divide Classic
Event type: Ultrarunning
Distance: 76km (Day 1: 41km / Day 2: 35km)
Location: Manchester → Sheffield, Peak District National Park
Entry details: First come, first served. Waitlist available
Course type: Trail / hilly / point-to-point
Best for: Experienced trail runners seeking a social, supported, non-race ultra
URL: https://www.thepeakdivide.com
Event description:
A two-day, hosted trail journey across the Peak District. The Peak Divide CLASSIC is not a race, but a shared experience focused on movement, conversation and covering ground together.
Manchester Adidas Marathon
Event type: Running (road)
Distance: Marathon (42.2km)
Location: Manchester, UK
Date & start time: April 2026 – NA
Entry details: Paid entry, sells out quickly
Course type: Flat road
Who it’s best for: PB seekers, first-time marathoners
Panaracer Dirty Reiver
Event type: Cycling (gravel)
Distance: 65km / 130km / 200km
Location: Northumberland, UK
Entry details: £70 - £85, sold out, register on the waiting list
Course type: Gravel
Who it’s best for: Gravel racers
Sells out quickly: Yes
London Marathon
Event type: Running (road)
Distance: Marathon, 42.2K
Location: London, UK
Entry details: Ballot, charity places and international tour operators
Course type: Road
Who it’s best for: All abilities, runners wanting a great atmosphere
Sells out quickly: Yes, ballot only
Leeds Marathon
Event type: Running (road)
Distance: Marathon, 42.2K
Location: Leeds, UK
Entry details: Paid entry, £65 - £120
Course type: Hilly road
Who it’s best for: Experienced runners
Sells out quickly: Yes
URL: https://www.runforall.com/events/marathon/leeds-marathon/
Leeds Half Marathon
Event type: Running (road)
Distance: Half marathon, 21.1K
Location: Leeds, UK
Entry details: Paid entry, £42 - £85
Course type: Hilly road
Who it’s best for: Charity runners, runners wanting a great atmosphere
Sells out quickly: Yes
URL: https://www.runforall.com/events/half-marathon/leeds-half-marathon/
Eyam Half Marathon
Event type: Running (road)
Distance: Half marathon, 21.1K
Location: Eyam, UK
Entry details: Paid entry, £25
Course type: Hilly road
Who it’s best for: Club runners
Sells out quickly: Sometimes
The Maverick Peak District X-Trail 2026
Event type: Ultra trail running
Distance: 50km and 100km
Location: Bakewell Showground, Peak District, UK
Entry details: Online entry closes late May 2026, £89 - £165
Course type: Trail / mixed terrain / hilly / technical
Best for: Experienced trail and ultra runners looking for a big Peak District challenge
Sells out quickly: Yes
URL: https://www.maverick-race.com/products/the-maverick-peak-district-x-trail-2026
Event description:
Starting from Bakewell Showground, the X-Trail takes runners deep into the Peak District across high moorland, river valleys, historic trails and iconic edges. Expect tough climbs, varied terrain and expansive views as you tackle a fully immersive ultra-distance adventure through one of the UK’s most loved National Parks.
The Maverick Peak District Trail 2026
Event type: Trail running
Distance:
• Short: 6km (+111m)
• Middle: 10km (+271m)
• Half Marathon: 28km (+600m)
Location: Bakewell Showground, Peak District, UK
Entry details: Online entry closes Tuesday 26 May 2026 (11:00), £52–£101. On-the-day entry if not sold out.
Course type: Trail / mixed terrain / hilly / technical
Best for: Trail runners seeking a scenic but challenging Peak District race, from first-time trail runners to experienced long-distance athletes
Sells out quickly: Yes
URL: https://www.maverick-race.com/products/the-maverick-peak-district-trail-run-2026
Event description:
The flagship event in the Maverick calendar, set in the heart of the Peak District. Starting from Bakewell Showground, runners tackle varied and challenging terrain across moorland, river valleys, historic trails and iconic Peak District edges. With multiple distances on offer, it delivers a true trail adventure with big views, tough climbs and a fully immersive National Park experience.
The Western States ® 100-Mile Endurance Run
Event type: Ultra running (trail)
Distance: 100 miles
Location: California, USA
Entry details: Lottery-based entry and must complete a qualifying race in the allotted time during the one-year qualifying period (Monday November 4, 2024 through Sunday November 2, 2025).
Course type: Mountain trail
Who it’s best for: Elite and highly experienced ultra runners
URL: https://www.wser.org
Sheffield Round Run Summer
Event type: Running (mixed terrain)
Distance: 24.5km total (20km timed across 11 stages)
Location: Sheffield, UK
Entry details: Entry via general registration, tickets not available yet
Course type: Trail / parkland / mixed terrain / hilly
Best for: Trail runners, social racers, city-based endurance athletes, those who enjoy racing in stages rather than continuously
Sells out quickly: No
URL: https://www.roundsheffieldrun.com/
Event description:
A unique, social trail event that breaks the iconic Round Sheffield route into 11 timed stages across 24.5km. Runners race each stage individually, with relaxed liaison sections in between to recover, regroup and soak up the atmosphere. Starting and finishing in Endcliffe Park, the event combines great trails, clever race format, community energy and a proper post-race celebration.
UTMB Mont Blanc
Event type: Ultra running (trail)
Distance: 171km
Location: Chamonix, France
Entry details: UTMB index + lottery
Course type: Alpine mountain trail
Who it’s best for: Experienced mountain ultra runners
Eyam Fell Race
Event type: Fell running
Distance: ~6.5km
Location: Eyam, Peak District, UK
Entry details: Entry online OR On-the-day entry
Course type: Fell, steep
Who it’s best for: Fell runners
Sells out quickly: No
URL: https://www.sientries.co.uk/event.php?elid=Y&event_id=16213
Chatsworth 10k
Event type: Running (road/trail)
Distance: 10km
Location: Chatsworth, UK
Entry details: Paid entry, £24
Course type: Rolling
Who it’s best for: All levels
Great North Run
Event type: Running (road)
Distance: Half marathon, 21.1K
Location: Newcastle, UK
Entry details: Ballot, places have already been drawn but you can still secure a place through a charity
Course type: Road
Who it’s best for: Mass participation, first time half marathon runners
Sells out quickly: Yes
Berlin Marathon
Event type: Running (road)
Distance: Marathon, 42.2K
Location: Berlin, Germany
Entry details: Ballot
Course type: Flat road
Who it’s best for: All levels
Sells out quickly: Yes
Sheffield 10k
Event type: Running (road)
Distance: 10km
Location: Sheffield, UK
Entry details: Paid entry, £30.50 - £40.50
Course type: Road, rolling
Who it’s best for: All abilities
Sells out quickly: Sometimes
Peak Divide ONEr
Event type: Ultra (hosted trail run)
Distance: 76km
Location: Sheffield → Manchester, Peak District National Park
Course type: Trail / hilly / point-to-point
Best for: Experienced ultra runners looking for a full-day endurance challenge
Entry details: Limited entry
URL: https://www.thepeakdivide.com
Event description:
The CLASSIC route in reverse, completed in one day (Sheffield -> Manchester). A challenging but well-supported ultra across the Peak District with a strong community focus.
Manchester Half Marathon
Event type: Running
Distance: Half Marathon (21.1km)
Location: Manchester, UK
Entry details: £52 - £95 depending on ticket type, sells out.
Course type: Road / flat / fast
Best for: Runners chasing a PB, first-time half marathoners, and those looking for a fast city race
URL: https://www.manchesterhalfmarathon.com
Event description:
A fast, flat city half marathon through Greater Manchester, known for its PB-friendly course, big crowds and well-organised race day experience.
Ironman World Championships
Event type: Ironman triathlon
Distance: 3.8km swim / 180km bike / 42.2km run
Location: Kona, Hawaii
Entry details: Qualification only
Course type: Road, hilly, hot
Who it’s best for: Elite age-group and pro triathletes
Chicago Marathon
Event type: Running (road)
Distance: Marathon, 42.2K
Location: Chicago, USA
Entry details: Ballot, tickets still available through charity places and tour operators
Course type: Flat road
Who it’s best for: PB chasers
Sells out quickly: Ballot only
URL: https://www.chicagomarathon.com
Event Description:
Yorkshire Marathon
Event type: Road running
Distance: Marathon (42.2km)
Location: York, UK
Entry details: General entry (no ballot), £65.50 - £120
Course type: Road / mostly flat / scenic
Best for: First-time marathoners, PB chasers and runners who want a well-supported UK marathon without a ballot
Sells out quickly: Yes
URL: NA
Event description:
A popular autumn road marathon set in the historic city of York. The Yorkshire Marathon offers a largely flat, fast course through the city and surrounding countryside, with strong crowd support and a reputation for excellent organisation. A great option for runners looking to avoid major marathon ballots while still racing a high-quality, memorable event.
Valencia Half Marathon
Event type: Running (road)
Distance: Half marathon, 21.1K
Location: Valencia, Spain
Entry details: Ballot entry, €80
Course type: Flat, fast road
Who it’s best for: PB chasers
Sells out quickly: Yes
TCS New York City Marathon
Event type: Running (road)
Distance: Marathon, 42.2K
Location: New York, USA
Entry details: Secure a place through the general ballot, qualifying race, charities spots, international tour operators.
Course type: Road, rolling
Who it’s best for: Iconic marathon seekers
Sells out quickly: Yes
URL: https://www.nyrr.org
Leeds Abbey Dash
Event type: Running (road)
Distance: 10km
Location: Leeds, UK
Entry details: Registration not open yet
Course type: Flat road
Who it’s best for: PB chasers
Sells out quickly: Yes
The Schneider Electric Paris Marathon
Event type: Running (road)
Distance: Marathon, 42.2K
Location: Paris, France
Entry details: Ballot, charity places and tour operators.
Course type: Road, rolling
Who it’s best for: Destination racers and first time marathoners
Sells out quickly: Yes
Berlin Half Marathon
Location: Berlin, Germany
Event Type: Running (road)
Distance: 21.2km
Course type: Flat, fast road course
Who it’s best for: PB chasers, first-time international racers
Entry Details: Ballot, ticket price between €74 - €89.
Event website: https://www.generali-berliner-halbmarathon.de/en/
Overview
The Berlin Half Marathon is one of Europe’s premier spring road races, attracting runners from around the world. Known for its flat, fast course through the heart of Berlin, it’s a great race for PB seekers.
Monsal Trail Half Marathon
Event type: Running (trail)
Distance: Half marathon, 21.1K
Location: Monsal Trail, Peak District, UK
Entry details: Paid entry, £36 - £40
Course type: Trail, rolling
Who it’s best for: Trail runners
Sells out quickly: Sometimes
URL: https://www.nice-work.org.uk/e/monsal-trail-march-half-marathon-and-10k-weekend-9016
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Valencia Marathon
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Leeds Abbey Dash 10K
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