Trail Running calendar near Alston 2026-2027

Orton Fell Race is a 10 km fell race with 258 m of climb at Orton C of E Primary School on 26 September 2026. The event includes senior and two junior races and accepts teams of three, with junior on the day entries.

Take on the Eskdale Show fell race in the Lake District, a scenic 6.9 km course with 277 m of climb across classic fell terrain. Open to adults and juniors, with easy entry on the day for spontaneous race plans.

The Three Shires Fell Race is a 22 km mountain event with 1535 m of climbing. Starting from Tilberthwaite Farm, this classic fell race requires navigational skills and specific safety kit for all participants.

A 7 km fell race near Burnley featuring 400 meters of ascent over rough moorland and grassy descents. This flagged course takes runners to the Thieveley Pike trig point with registration at St John’s Church Hall.

A 24-hour, self-directed trail challenge at Leighton Hall on a 5 km off-road loop. Individual, couples and team entries let participants swap turns, run through the night, and target distance or time-on-feet prizes.

Trail runs at Harewood House across more than 1,000 acres with 5, 10 and 15 mile options. Canicross friendly, live chip timing, finishers receive a medal and refreshments.

A single-lap 13 km BM fell race on Ilkley Moor with 370 m ascent over rocky tracks, heathery paths, a mile of road and forest sections with roots and slippery bridges. Basic facilities and FRA mandatory kit are required.

A 30.9 mile ultra on 26 September 2026 from Blackpool Tower to Lancaster Castle with a short ferry crossing. The marked route runs along promenade, coastal paths and country roads with compulsory checkpoints and mandatory safety kit.

Join this unique charity event in Malham where mixed teams are formed on the day. Experience a 1.10 km fell run featuring a steep climb to Cawden Hill and a fast descent to support a good cause.

Trail running festival at Dalkeith Country Park on 27 September 2026 offering distances from a family 1 mile to an ultra marathon. Courses use woodland, firm paths and grassy stretches and one well-controlled dog per runner is allowed.

Experience a traditional fell race in the Forest of Bowland featuring a 11.3 km course with significant ascent and scenic views from Waddington Fell. Enjoy post race awards and local hospitality at the village club.

A 10 km trail race at Rising Sun Country Park near Newcastle upon Tyne on 27 September 2026, featuring mixed terrain through grassland and woodland. A Canicross option is available and the minimum age is 16.

Trail running in Blackpool on a 10K loop with longer race options, views of Marton Mere and Blackpool Zoo, drink stations and bespoke finisher medals.

Two long distance trail ultras finishing in Skinningrove: a 104 mile and a 50 mile route along national trails. Fully tracked courses with staffed checkpoints, GPS tracking, support runner options and 40 and 20 hour cut off limits.

A four-leg fell running relay in the Lake District Fells held the first Saturday in October, with teams of eight running in pairs over mountain terrain that requires navigation without GPS. Entry is limited to 70 teams and the 2026 fee is £..

A 35 mile circular ultra from Studley Roger that follows the northern Ripon Rowel through trail, woodland and moorland. The route includes four staffed checkpoints, a 10 hour time limit and mandatory kit requirements.

Coastal off road races from Peasholm Park, Scarborough, offering distances from 5 km to marathon along the historic Cinder Track, with water stations about every three miles and a Grim Bling medal for finishers.

A club organised 12 km fell race with about 490 m of ascent around Old Town, Hebden Bridge, including a flagged section through the private Castle Carr estate. Pre-entry is required and strict FRA kit rules apply.

A half marathon trail event in Swaledale finishing at The Dales Bike Centre, featuring moorland and grassy paths, fully marked route, stocked aid stations with vegan and gluten free options, and post-race soup and a roll included.

A long trail race around Swaledale that starts and finishes at The Dales Bike Centre, featuring moorland tracks, GPX navigation and a post race hot meal. A half marathon short course option is available for redirected runners.