Trail Running calendar near Alston 2025-2026

The Manorlands PaintRush is a vibrant 5-kilometre colour run held in Bingley, Yorkshire, supporting the Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice. The cross-country course features an undulating profile with three laps, including seven paint stations that douse participants in bright colours, plus obstacles to a..

The Yomp - Out of Eden 5k is a family-friendly running event held at Pennine View Park in East Cumbria, near Kirkby Stephen. The 5k course features a scenic, low-level route that includes the Millennium Bridge over Stenkrith waterfall and the Merrygill and Podgill viaducts, offering stunning views o..

The Hardmoors 26.2: Wainstones is a challenging trail running event held at Chop Gate Village Hall in North Yorkshire, part of the scenic North York Moors. Scheduled for June 15, 2025, it offers three circular courses: a 28.5-mile marathon, a 16.5-mile half marathon, and a 9.5-mile 10k. The routes a..

The West Yorkshire Trail Run, held at Harewood House in Leeds, offers runners a scenic experience through over 100 acres of stunning estate grounds. Participants can choose between two distances: 22km and 13km. The course features lush woodlands, landscaped gardens, and lakeside views, including hig..

The Hawkswick Dash is a fell running event held in Hawkswick, Littondale, located between Grassington and Arncliffe in the UK. The race covers a distance of 1.40 miles (2.25 km) with a challenging 600 feet (170 meters) climb. The course begins with a gentle track, followed by a steep ascent to the r..

The Wild Deer Running Session at Watergate Forest Park in Gateshead offers an interval-based trail run suitable for all abilities. The approximately 75-minute session covers 5 to 7 miles, featuring interval training and some hills, providing a challenging yet inclusive experience. The event is free..

The Lauderdale Limpers Two Pubs Race is a 4.7-mile handicapped running event held annually between the Tower Hotel in Oxton and the Lauderdale Hotel in Lauder. The course features a mix of off-road trails, road, tarmac, and includes a hill, offering varied terrain for participants. Organized by the..

The SCOTT Sports Summer Cheviot Goat is a challenging 50-mile ultra-run set in the remote Cheviot Hills near Ingram, Northumberland, England. Known as "England's loneliest ultra," this tough race tests both physical and mental endurance across a loop of the largest hills in the border region, an are..

Survivor Presents - The Last Lap is a challenging running event set to take place in Charltons. Participants have a 12-hour time limit to cover as much distance as possible, with a goal of reaching 50 miles to qualify for the final "Last Lap." This event is designed for runners of all levels, whethe..

The Eildon Three Hill Race, part of the East District Championships, is set to take place on June 21, 2025, in Melrose. This 7.2 km race features a challenging route with a 510m ascent, traversing the iconic Eildon Hills. Participants will receive a wooden medal and a complimentary drink from Tempes..

The Two Roses Ultra is a unique ultramarathon event held at Wadsworth Community Centre in Hebden Bridge, UK, offering three challenging options: two separate 50k routes through Lancashire (Red Rose) or Yorkshire (White Rose), or a combined figure-of-eight 100k course covering both counties. The 100k..

The Buckden Pike will take place in Buckden on Saturday 21 June 2025.

The Great Lakes Fell Race is a challenging 21 km (13 miles) fell running event held in the wild western Lake District, England, starting and finishing at Stool End Farm, Great Langdale. With 2,130 meters of ascent, the course features a tough, varied route including a steep climb up The Band to Bowf..

The Hopper 12 hr Looped Trail Race takes place at Hamsterley Forest, County Durham, featuring a 4.2-mile looped course with approximately 650 feet of elevation gain per lap. Runners aim to complete as many full laps as possible within 12 hours, with only complete laps counting toward the final dista..

The Fountains 10K is a scenic and challenging running event held in Grantley, near Ripon, North Yorkshire. The undulating 10-kilometre course features mixed terrain, including quiet country roads, off-road trails, and moorland within Nidderdale. Notable course highlights include the 'Puddle' and the..

LRC Tees Trailtastic is a trail running event held in County Durham, starting and finishing at the TCR Hub in Barnard Castle. Designed for those seeking an off-road adventure rather than a competitive race, it offers two scenic distances: a 9-mile circular course and a 3.5-mile route. Both courses f..

The Settle Hills Race is a challenging fell running event held in the scenic Yorkshire Dales above the historic market town of Settle. Covering 11.3 km (7 miles) with 600 meters (1640 feet) of ascent, the course features a mix of grassy paths, rocky trails, tussocky moorland, and steep climbs and de..

The Fun Run at Moresby Parks Rugby Club in Walkmill Park, West Cumbria, is a new event held on June 22, 2025, as part of the National Great Outdoors Month. It offers 1km, 3km, and 5km distances suitable for individuals, couples, and families. The 3km and 5km trail runs follow accessible walkways thr..

The Kettlewell Anniversary Fell Race, held in Kettlewell, England, is a challenging 5-mile (8 km) fell running event with 1800 ft (550 m) of ascent. Established in 2009 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Abbey Runners, it is now organized by North Leeds Fell Runners and serves as a counter in the..

Aggies Staircase is a challenging fell race organized by the Darwen Dashers, covering a distance of 4 miles (6.4 km) with an ascent of 1148 feet (350 meters). The race begins on Punstock Road and features three significant climbs: Jubilee Tower, Jacob’s Mound, and the steep Aggies Staircase. Partici..