Trail Running calendar near Alston 2026-2027

A 26.4 mile circular fell marathon from Caldbeck that visits five Wainwright summits, with nearly 6000 ft of ascent. Fully tracked, with two checkpoints, a 12 hour cut off, and provisions at checkpoints and the finish.

A short fell race in Burnsall, Wharfedale, featuring a steep climb to a cairn and summit run followed by a direct descent. Junior and senior races are held, with on-the-day entry and BOFRA Championship counter status.

A Category AS fell race at New House Farm, Lorton on 6 September 2026 covering 4.2 km with 305 m of climb. Entry is on the day with show entry required and junior races run alongside seniors.

Circle England's largest lake in 24 hours on this fully marked 47-mile trail ultra. The low-level Lake District route is open to runners and walkers, featuring stocked aid stations and a finisher's meal. It provides a GPS tracker, map, and..

A roughly 100 km circuit of Leeds on the Leeds Country Way footpaths, mainly rural with varied trail and road surfaces. The route is waymarked, supplied as GPX and supported with checkpoints, food and a halfway drop bag option.

A 40 mile annual ultra-marathon along the River Ayr Way, held in September as part of the Scottish Ultra Marathon series. The route follows a 44 mile source to sea path with waymarking, route maps, and a temporary diversion at Wellflat Bank..

Tackle a classic Lake District fell run around Helvellyn and the Dodds, a rugged 18.5 km loop with 1450 m of climbing and stunning mountain views. Open to adults with pre entry or day entry for a proper fell challenge.

A 36 km FRA AL fell race around the higher Northern Fells from Hesket Newmarket, featuring 2200 m of ascent, mandatory map and compass navigation and summit checkpoints including Carrock Fell, Blencathra and Skiddaw.

Take on the Fellrunner at Cronkley on 12 Sep 2026, a scenic 17.1 km fell race near Barnard Castle with 560 m ascent that tests stamina and navigation. Places are limited and entrants get a chip butty and hot drink at the Farmhouse Kitchen.

Off road full and half marathons across moorland, trails and woods in Bronte Country on 13 September 2026. The event features live timing, multiple feed stations, pairs entries in the full marathon and mandatory FRA kit requirements.

A BOFRA Championship fell race in Bradley near Skipton on 13 September 2026, covering 5.6 km with about 230 m of climb. Entry is on the day; junior races run on adjusted routes with published maps.

The Lake District Mountain Trial offers three challenging fell running courses through iconic terrain. Choose from classic, medium, or short distances, with a pairs option on the short route. Pre entry includes map, food, and dibber hire.

A trail ultramarathon from Hawes over Whernside, Ingleborough and Pen-y-Ghent with 70 km and an optional extended 100 km route, organised with on-course support, navigation files and post-race catering.

A 50 km mountain ultra from Hawes that follows Cam Road to Horton in Ribblesdale, summits Pen Y Ghent and returns, with 1280 m ascent. GPX and navigation notes are provided, and the event includes checkpoints, HQ rest space and eco finisher..

This flat, chip-timed trail race follows the scenic Leeds & Liverpool Canal from Rodley Cricket Club. With distances from 5k to Ultra Marathon, it features feed stations and a bespoke medal for every finisher. The event is licensed and offe..

A 50 km ultramarathon navigated by GPS through the rugged Cheviot hills. The route passes ancient landmarks and varied terrain, with two aid stations and an 11-hour limit. Finishers receive a medal, certificate, and food at the end.

A 63 mile coastal trail race on 19 September 2026 following the Cleveland Way from Guisborough to Filey, with an 18 hour time limit, included tracker, mandatory kit list and water and food at manned checkpoints.

Trail running adventure in the Lake District. Choose from five challenging distances on a scenic course from Grasmere. The event supports trail conservation and requires participants to carry essential gear.

Classic fell race in Kettlewell, Yorkshire Dales: 4 mile route with 475 m climb over rugged upland terrain. Open to 16+ with pre entry or entry on the day, teams welcome and free parking for entrants.

Tackle the Thornthwaite Round in the Lake District on 19 Sep 2026, a scenic fell race of 15.6 km with 871 m of climb across forest tracks and open fell. Friendly entries on the day and homemade tea await finishers.