Trail Running calendar near Ambleside 2025-2026

The Bunny Run series, organized by Wharfedale Harriers, is a fun Easter running event held over three consecutive Tuesdays in April. Each race covers a distance of 3 miles with an elevation gain of 300 feet. Participants can enter all three races to accumulate points and compete for series prizes.Th..

The Ranger Ultras PB137km Trail Challenge is an exciting trail running event taking place along the Pennine Bridleway. Participants will tackle a distance of 137km within a 50-hour time limit, enjoying runnable trails and stunning scenery across West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire moors, and Cumbria. Th..

The Samaritans Way Trail Run is a fundraising event scheduled for April 5, 2025, at Guisborough Rugby Club, celebrating the 57th birthday of the Teesside Samaritans. Participants can choose from various options, including a 20km walk, a 20km run, or a 60km ultra run, with all proceeds supporting the..

The RunThrough Lake District Ultra Trails 50k & 20k event will take place on April 5, 2025, starting from Keswick School in the picturesque Lake District National Park. Participants can choose between two distances: a challenging 50k route that includes iconic trails such as Scafell and Honister Pas..

Bruce's Crown Race is a challenging 46-mile event designed for teams of 2 to 4 participants, taking place across the stunning hill ranges of Galloway, including the Minnigaff Hills, Rhinns of Kells, and the Awful Hand. The race involves climbing over 4000 meters and features three manned checkpoints..

The Calderdale Hike is an annual event set in the scenic high Pennine valleys of Calderdale, featuring three challenging routes of 36, 26, and 17 miles. Open to both walkers and runners aged 14 and over, the hike offers stunning views and a chance to navigate through rugged terrain. The event, organ..

The Cairnsmore Hill Race is an exciting running event set in the scenic Galloway hills, featuring a challenging course that includes a full circuit of the southern peaks. Participants will navigate a route that encompasses notable landmarks such as Bruce's Stone, with a total distance of 46 miles an..

The Northern Traverse® is a challenging 300km self-supported ultra race that follows Wainwright’s Coast to Coast route, starting from St Bees on the west coast of England and finishing at Robin Hood’s Bay on the east coast. This spectacular event takes participants through three National Parks, feat..

The Chester Ultra 100 is a challenging 100-mile ultramarathon set in Chester, featuring a total elevation gain of 1590 meters. The course showcases some of the region's best trails, including the Sandstone Trail and the Marches Way, with 12 checkpoints providing essential support and refreshments. P..

Heart of Granite is a challenging 32km (20 miles) race set in the stunning Galloway mountains, featuring a total ascent of 1850m. The course includes notable landmarks such as Curleywee, Rig of Jarkness, and the Murder Hole. Participants will enjoy a fully supported experience, with marshals from Ga..

The Lakes Traverse® 2025 is a challenging 100km ultra marathon set in the stunning Lake District National Park, following Wainwright's Coast to Coast route. Participants will start at St Bees and traverse the landscape, finishing in Shap, with a total ascent of approximately 3500m. The event allows..

The Five Trigs event is a challenging route that takes participants around five Trig Points in the South Pennines, with Blackstone Edge being the most northerly point. This event is open to both walkers and runners, covering a distance of 19 miles with an ascent of 3000 feet. Participants are requir..

The Five Trig Points event is a challenging 19-mile race set in the scenic area of Delph, Saddleworth, featuring a significant ascent of 3000 feet. Scheduled for April 5, 2025, the race will start from a new venue at the Castleshaw Centre. Participants will navigate a route that includes parts of th..

The Pendle Fell Races, organized by Clayton-le-Moors Harriers, is a celebrated running event held annually in Barley, Lancashire. The event features a senior race covering 4.5 miles with a 1500 ft ascent, alongside junior races for participants aged U9 to U17. The races are conducted under UK Athlet..

The Dales Traverse® is a challenging 55km ultra marathon that follows Wainwright's iconic coast-to-coast route from Kirkby Stephen to Richmond. This event showcases the stunning landscapes of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the Yorkshire Dales National Park, including the f..

The Moors Traverse® is an 80km ultra marathon that follows Wainwright's iconic coast-to-coast route from Ingleby Cross to Robin Hood's Bay. This event, known for its adventurous spirit and self-sufficient culture, showcases the stunning landscapes of the North York Moors National Park and eastern Yo..

The Alan Kirk Memorial Lad's Leap will take place in Tintwistle on Sunday 6 April 2025.

"Let's Motor on the Towpath" is a scenic running event organized by It's Grim Up North Running, taking place along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal from Rodley. Participants can choose from five distances, ranging from 5K to a marathon, making it suitable for runners of all abilities, from beginners to..

Spring in Lakeland is a scenic running and walking event taking place from Ambleside Parish Centre. Participants will cover a distance of 24 miles, featuring a challenging ascent of 4400 feet through picturesque locations such as Loughrigg Tarn, Skelwith Bridge, and Tarn Hows, before returning via t..

The Yorkshire Trail Runs at Bramham Park in 2025 will feature 5km, 10km, and Half Marathon trail runs, catering to all fitness levels. Set in the picturesque Bramham Park, a Grade I listed estate with over 1,200 acres of woodland, participants will enjoy well-established trail paths that showcase th..