Trail Running calendar near Ambleside 2025-2026

Join the Carlisle City Urban Trail Run, a 10 km city and off road course from The Sands Centre on 6 May 2026. Limited to 300 runners, with live chip timing and age group prizes for a fun spring challenge.

Brockholes Bimble on 8 May 2026 offers 10K, half, marathon or ultra on scenic trails around lakes, the River Ribble and woodlands. Limited to 100 entrants, the friendly event includes snacks, a bespoke finisher medal and £2 from each entry..

Join Lakeland Paws at Dodd Wood on Saturday 9 May 2026 for a scenic canicross with sweeping views over Bassenthwaite Lake. Wide trails suit two dogs per runner and solo runners are welcome.

Challenge yourself on the Marsden Moors routes on 9 May 2026, choosing from 18, 23 or full marathon distances across moorland, reservoirs and canal towpath. Expect stunning views, checkpoint snacks and a warm finish meal.

Take on Offa's Dyke in 24 Hours South, a continuous 24 hour challenge from Prestatyn heading south along the National Trail. Solo runners or teams of 2 to 4 can run or walk, aiming to reach the furthest point south when time elapses.

The Cottam Canter on Saturday 9 May 2026 at UCLAN Sports Arena in Preston offers 5K through ultra distances on a scenic 5K canal and park loop, perfect for loop lovers and ultra runners. Field limited to 100 so enter early.

THE LAP is a fully waymarked 47 mile 75K trail ultra around Lake Windermere, offering stunning Lakeland views and varied terrain. Runners and walkers get 24 hours, GPS support, stocked aid stations and a local finisher meal and medal.

Join the Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Double Header on 10 May 2026 for scenic forest trails up to the summit of Seat How. Dog friendly with individual starts and chip timing, this Season 4 finale is perfect for runners and their canine companio..

Run scenic loops through Avenham and Miller Parks along the River Ribble at the Avenham Amble, with distances from 10K to an ultra and post run goodies plus a bespoke finisher medal. Limited to 100 entrants for a friendly festival atmospher..

Tackle the rugged North York Moors at Hardmoors 26.2 White Horse, offering scenic circular trails from 8 to 28 miles around Sutton Bank. Self navigated routes, mandatory kit and a 250 person limit make this an adventurous challenge.

Take part in the Jack Bloor Races, an evening fell race with junior events on Ilkley Moor each second Tuesday in May. A community favourite, the event raises funds for the Jack Bloor Memorial Fund to support young people.

Run through the scenic grounds of Constable Burton Hall on 14 May with 5km and 10km trail options plus a 5km walk. Expect pasture, farm tracks and woodland, friendly atmosphere and limited entry for a charming country race experience.

The Keswick Mountain Festival will take place in Keswick from Friday 15 May 2026 to Sunday 17 May 2026.

Run scenic moorland and bridleway trails at the Holcombe 10, starting from the Hare and Hounds and climbing to Peel Tower through Redisher Woods. Choose 10K or 10 mile routes and support The Sunnywood Project's youth programmes.

Experience a rugged Yorkshire Dales trail run from Skipton with routes through Malham Tarn, Gordale Scar and the ascent to Pen y Ghent via Fountains Fell. Distances range from 13 to 50 miles with UTMB qualifying options, tough climbs and sc..

Tackle the classic Sedbergh Fell Race up Winder for a short but fierce climb and exhilarating steep descent back to the showfield. Junior races for all ages and BOFRA championship points add extra competitive spice.

SilverBackTrails Oswiu’s Revenge Half Marathon is a scenic trail around Black Hambleton and Silton Woods near Osmotherley on 17 May 2026. With only 50 places, it promises a small friendly field and spectacular moorland views.

Hit the scenic trails around Derwent Reservoir with 5 km and 10 km options on firm paths, grass and through woodland, plus medals and Wild Deer merch for finishers. Canicross friendly and chip timed, perfect for trail lovers and families.

Run a scenic flat 10K through Golden Acre Park and trails in Cookridge, a single lap route past Paul's Pond and woodland. Places are limited to 360 and proceeds support Cancer Research UK and local community groups.

The Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge in Durham, part of the Dun Holm Challenge series, is a trail running event held along the scenic River Wear with views of Durham Cathedral. Hosted at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club, the course features a fla..