Trail Running calendar near Altham 2026-2027

Experience a technical 21km trail run through the heart of the Lake District UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring 850m of ascent and stunning valley views.

A range of supported trail distances based at Kendal including a 100 km loop through Garburn Pass, Ambleside and alongside Lake Windermere. The event features covered rest stops, GPS tracking, medical teams, camping options and finishers me..

Samaritans Way Ultra at Guisborough Rugby Club on 6 June 2026 offers trail races of 40 km and 60 km plus a 60 km relay. The event is held in partnership with Teesside Samaritans and donates profits to the local branch.

A 24 hour, 50 miles linear route from Marsden to Ilkley across the South Pennines, visiting six Stanza Stones inscribed with poems by Simon Armitage. The event features live tracking, three indoor checkpoints and a finishers meal.

A new 75 miles trail ultra across the National Forest Way from Alrewas to Beacon Hill, with six staffed checkpoints, mandatory safety kit, medical cover by TrailMed and a team relay option where each runner covers over 20 miles.

Experience a classic Yorkshire mountain race featuring 500 meters of climbing over a 12.2 km course. This event takes runners to the summit of Pen y Ghent and back through the scenic landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales.

Take on the classic Ennerdale Horseshoe in the Lake District, a tough 23 mile fell race with big ascent and stunning mountain scenery. Entries are limited and on the day places may be available, creating a competitive scenic challenge.

A 13.2 mile, fully flagged trail race on 6 June 2026 around Wharfedale Rugby Club in Threshfield near Skipton with over 2,000 feet of ascent, SPORTident timing and prizes totaling over £800.

A lakeside trail event in Coniston on 6 June 2026 with 10 km and 16 km routes, marked trails, water stations, live music and a race village with local food and traders.

A 50 mile ultra across the South Pennines linking Marsden and Ilkley, visiting six carved Stanza Stones and Haworth village. The route crosses moorland and valleys and offers live tracking, indoor checkpoints and camping.

A backyard-style ultramarathon in Dalby Forest made of ten 5.5 km laps (55 km total) with hourly starts. Entry includes forest access and two nights' camping; the route is signed and marshalled on the day.

Trail races of 15K and 10K take place in Inglewhite on 6 June 2026 with marked routes, chip timing, aid stations and on site medical cover. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and a technical t shirt.

Pretty Muddy 5 km at Markeaton Park is an obstacle course of climbs, crawls and slides completed at each participant's own pace. Waves run every 15 minutes, participants must be 13 or older, and a medal and fundraising pack are provided.

A Pretty Muddy 5k obstacle course at Graves Park on Saturday 06 Jun 2026, featuring mud obstacles and varied terrain. Participants must be 13 or older and are asked to meet a minimum fundraising target of £50 for Cancer Research UK.

A muddy 5k obstacle course in Avenham and Miller Park on 06 June 2026, featuring climbs, crawls and slides across a single lap route. The event passes riverside parks and includes on-course marshals, basic facilities and a minimum fundraisi..

A short BOFRA fell race in Kettlewell of about 1.40 miles (2.25 km) with 600 ft (170 m) of climb, rising via a gully to a skyline cairn and finishing with a steep descent and short scree section.

Classic Lake District fell race from Howtown Bobbin Mill, testing runners over 13.3 miles with about 1400 m of climb across rugged terrain. Entry is on the day for £8 and limited to 100 starters so arrive early.

Take on the Passing Clouds fell race in the Peak District on Sun 7 Jun 2026, a scenic but testing 15.7 km trail with 565 m of climb around Tittesworth Reservoir. Entry on the day from £9 for members, parking charges apply.

Scenic trail races around Coniston Water with marathon, half marathon and 10k options, marked courses, feed stations and an event village with live music and local food.

A multi terrain 11 kilometre trail run around Kirkby Malzeard near Ripon on 7 June 2026, part of the local family fete. The undulating single lap is waymarked, fully marshaled and includes five water crossings and a handmade village pottery..