Trail Running calendar near Ashbourne 2025-2026

Take on the Trunce 8, a classic Peak District fell race starting and finishing at Oxspring Playing Field. The 6.2 km route climbs 190 m and entry is on the day for £3, with a junior 3 km race for over 10s at £1.

Take on the Fellrunner Golf Ball in Rossendale for a gritty 8.8 km fell race with 244 m of climbing across classic Bowland terrain. Teams are welcome and post race food and drink ensure a warm community finish.

Kirkstall Rock Up n' Run is a lively summer pop up along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal offering 5k and 10k routes for all abilities. Enjoy entries on the day, a jumble medal and hot food with a beer or soft drink.

Explore the Yorkshire Dales with the Punk Panther Dales Dazzler, a trail event from Skipton offering distances from 13 to 50 miles through iconic scenery like Malham Tarn and Grassington. Expect challenging climbs, staffed checkpoints with..

Epic 130 mile point to point along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal from Liverpool to Leeds on 29 August 2026. Run scenic towpaths past Burnley Embankment and the Bingley Five Rise with crew support allowed and a 40 hour limit.

Tackle a classic Pennines fell race in Pendleton on 29 August 2026. The 8 km course packs 457 m of ascent across rough terrain, with on the day entries and homemade cakes and a cosy village pub to reward you.

Join the Nottingham Running Festival at Colwick Park for fast, flat lakeside and racecourse routes with a half marathon, 10K, 5K and junior race. Enjoy chip timed results, themed medals, free photos and an event village while supporting Not..

Join the Plum 10k on 30 August 2026 in Pershore, Worcestershire, hosted by Pershore Plum Plodders. Enjoy a scenic 10 km through local countryside with friendly club support and a welcoming atmosphere for runners of all abilities.

Tackle the Hebden Fell Race on Monday 31 August 2026 at Powder House Field for a sharp 1.5 mile challenge with roughly 400 feet of climb. Expect a steep ascent, topside running and a testing uphill finish through walls and streams.

Tackle Derbyshire terrain at the Eyam Fell Race, a testing 10 km route up Sir William Hill and across Abney Moor before a steep wooded return to the village. Enjoy post race BBQ, bar and prizes from the Barrel Inn.

Kilnsey Crag Fell Race at the Kilnsey Show in the York Dales is a short, steep blast up iconic Kilnsey Crag that tests speed and nerve. The senior race is pre entry only while free junior races make it a lively family event.

Rochdale Harriers present a lively six race series in 2026 across road, track, trail and fell, from the Wardle Skyline and evening Hades Hill to the accurately measured Rochdale 10K. Some races use chip timing and on the day entry is common..

Enjoy a scenic 10 km trail around Malham, passing Malham Cove and Malham Tarn, with a big climb to Weets Top and a long descent to the finish. Entries include a post race meal, a bottle of beer and event goodies for a festive finish.

Event overview Heights Ultra Trail is a charity running festival based at Colne Valley High School, Gillroyd Lane, Linthwaite, Huddersfield HD7 5SP. The event offers four marked races: 50 Mile 50 KM 27 KM 10 KM The event raises funds for..

Two linked fell races from Hayfield in the Peak District offer a 24.5 km, 1270 m ascent or a 15.5 km, 650 m option, both requiring navigation and mountain experience. Entries open pre and on the day, 200 places; full kit and map compulsory.

Join the 50th Bullock Smithy Hike in Hazel Grove on 5 to 6 September 2026. This classic circular 56 miles challenge welcomes hikers and ultra runners for a scenic, rewarding weekend.

Run a scenic half marathon in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, winding past Malham Cove and Malham Tarn and climbing to Weets Top before a long descent with sweeping views. Part of the Due North Trail Trilogy, it pairs stunning scenery wit..

Tackle the wild Shropshire Hills at Carding Mill Valley with scenic 13.1 mile and 26.2 mile trail races through the Long Mynd. Well marked routes, aid stations and marshals make this a classic, challenging day out for trail runners.

Join the Longshaw Sheepdog Trial Fell Race on Sat 5 Sep 2026 for a scenic Peak District challenge alongside the sheepdog trials. The 7.1 km course climbs 236 m, is pre entry only and capped at about 200 runners, with trials entry included.

Join the classic Burnsall Fell Race in the Yorkshire Dales for a short but fierce hill test, with a steep climb to a cairn and a thrilling edge descent. Entry on the day for seniors is £5.