Trail Running calendar near Alston 2026-2027

Trail races at Raby Castle include 5km, 10km and Half Marathon routes through parkland and woodland with live chip timing, on-site parking and finisher medals.

Challenge yourself on the hilly trails of Bronte Country in this half marathon supporting Sue Ryder. All finishers are rewarded with pie, peas, and a commemorative memento. The event starts at Penistone Hill Country Park in Haworth.

The Yorkshire Weekend Saunter Series invites you to set your own pace in Knaresborough. Choose between a 10K or Half Marathon distance, with flexible entry options on the day. Every finisher receives a jumble medal, hot food, and a drink.

Tackle the Fryup Frazzler in the North York Moors, a scenic 5.8 mile fell run from the Cycle Hub cafe with roughly 475 m of climb. Part of the Esk Valley summer fell series, it mixes tough slopes with rewarding views.

Explore Hamsterley Forest on a scenic half marathon trail run. The undulating course winds through pine woods and clearings. Every finisher receives a themed medal and free photos.

A multi-distance trail event across the Lake District National Park linking the 13 valleys, with four measured routes from 22.4 km to 184.3 km. Registered with ITRA; select distances are Western States qualifier races.

A waterside trail event near Otley on 26 September 2026 with routes that pass seven reservoirs and offer distances from a half marathon up to a 32 mile ultramarathon, tracked entries, checkpoint support and mandatory kit requirements.

Trail ultramarathons of 50km, 100km and 100 mile follow St Oswalds Way from Holy Island through Northumberland scenery. All distances are fully tracked and include a finisher T shirt and medal.

Orton Fell Race in the Lake District on 26 September 2026 features a 10 km fell course with 258 m of ascent around Orton C of E Primary School. The FRA licensed event offers pre entry and on the day entries and includes junior races.

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.

A classic Lakeland fell race from Tilberthwaite Farm, this 22 km course packs 1535 m of ascent across rugged, remote terrain and stunning views. Racing under FRA rules, navigation and mandatory mountain kit are required.

A flagged and marshaled AS fell race of about 4.3 miles with 400 m of ascent around Thieveley Pike, featuring moorland climbs, technical descents and a finish back in the start field. Registration is at St John’s Church Hall in Holme.

A fun, short fell relay race in Malham where teams are formed on the day. The route features a steep climb up Cawden Hill before a straight downhill descent. All entry fees are donated to charity.

Trail races at Dalkeith Country Park in September 2026 cover distances from a family 1 mile to a 32.5 mile ultra. Courses use woodland and estate paths, live chip timing is provided, canicross is allowed and on site parking is available.

A category BM fell race of 11.3 km with 415 m climb around Waddington on 27 September 2026. Entry on the day is £5, teams of three are allowed, the route is marshalled and a 45 minute cut off applies on the upper track.

Run a scenic 10 km through Rising Sun Country Park across grassland, woodland and a nature reserve with muddy patches and climbs. Canicross friendly, timed and finishing with medals and event photos.

A looped trail race in Blackpool on 27 September 2026 offering 10K, half, marathon and ultra options on country-park paths, with on-course drinks and snacks and bespoke finishers' medals.

A long-distance trail ultra event offering 100-mile and 50-mile distances on some of the UK's finest national trails. The scenic routes feature well-stocked checkpoints and include a GPS tracker, finisher's medal, and food at the finish.

Set off from Scarborough's Peasholm Park for a scenic run along the historic Cinder Track. Choose from five distances, from a 5K to a full marathon, on this off-road route with coastal views. All finishers receive a medal, and support is pr..

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.