Trail Running calendar near Ashton-under-Lyne 2025-2026

Malham Charity Relays on 27 September 2026 is a friendly, all ages relay with mixed teams formed on the day. A punchy 1.1 km loop up Cawden Hill and back to the Lister Arms, entry £3 with all proceeds to charity.

Discover the rugged beauty of the Yorkshire Dales with Maverick Race on 3 October 2026 in Richmond. Choose a short 5k or an epic 50k trail and soak up stunning scenery and festival style community vibes.

A challenging 10 km uphill only race from Ruthin to the Jubilee Tower on Moel Famau, finishing above 550 m with sweeping hilltop views. Open to walkers and hill runners, it pairs a tough ascent with a memorable mountain finish.

Event details The East Coast "Chuffer" is an off-road running event based at Peasholm Park, Scarborough (N Bay Promenade, YO12 7TR; What3Words ///unions.awards.lists). The route follows the old railway line known as the Cinder Tra..

Experience The Drop in Manchester: blindfolded participants are driven to a secret drop off and must navigate back on foot over 10 or 15 miles as the crow flies. No GPS allowed, live tracking keeps it safe and competitive.

Tackle a 50 km trail through the Cambrian Mountains near Lake Vrynwy at the Loop Ultra, a supported and fully marked race. Limited to 100 runners, the event blends rugged trails with camping, music and strong on course support.

RunThrough UK invites runners to the Cannock Chase Running Festival at Birches Valley, a scenic forest course offering half marathon, 10K, 5K and junior races. Expect chip timed results, themed medals and a lively event village.

The Sheffield Tententen is a popular multi-terrain trail running event held annually in Endcliffe Park, Sheffield. Featuring a 10k race and a 2.5k fun run for children aged 4 to 14, it attracts over 1,000 participants each year. The course..

Join the Yorkshire Weekend Saunter in Knaresborough on 17 October 2026 for scenic trail 10K and half marathon routes. A relaxed event for runners, joggers and walkers with a jumble medal, hot food and a beer or soft drink for finishers.

Rip n Run XL returns to Hebden Bridge on 17 to 18 October 2026 with 40 mile and 80 mile loop options through scenic Pennine hills. Enjoy staffed checkpoints, hot food at HQ and indoor shelter on later legs for a proper ultrarunning challeng..

Run a scenic but demanding 50k in the Yorkshire Dales on 17 Oct 2026 from Grassington. This self guided 50k with 1260 m ascent needs navigation and fell experience and includes GPX, live tracking, aid stations and a finisher meal.

Run scenic, undulating trails around Carsington Water with a choice of Half Marathon or 10K on reservoir loops. Celebrate at the event village with a themed medal, water and festival goodies and GPX files to preview the course.

On 17 October 2026 tackle scenic trails on eastern edge of the Peak District with a 20 mile Petit Raid or 31 mile Amberaid 30. Routes form a figure of eight from Ashover with checkpoints, GPX and a medal for every finisher.

Tackle the Brenig Way 50 km trail, a scenic endurance run from Corwen to the dam at Llyn Brenig through forests, riverside paths and technical climbs. Electronically timed with GPS trackers and aid stations, it is a rugged yet well supporte..

Take on Punk Panther Nidderdale Way on 24 October 2026, choosing 13 to 55 miles along the Nidderdale Way past Ripley Castle, Brimham Rocks and Scar House Reservoir. Trackers, checkpoints and hot food await at the finish.

Join the Yorkshire Weekend Saunter Series in Kirkstall for scenic canal runs on the Leeds Liverpool Canal with 5K, 10K or half marathon options on weekend mornings. Open to all abilities, finishers receive a medal, hot food and a drink.

Run the Wharfedale Skyline on 14 November 2026 with Punk Panther, choosing scenic 13, 20 or 35 mile trail courses around Otley, Ilkley and Guiseley. Expect rugged paths, big views and festival style medals and tees.

Tackle scenic trails at the Delamere Forest 21k or 42k on Sunday 22 November 2026, with routes through Blakemere Moss and along the Sandstone Trail. Enjoy a well marshalled, sustainability focused event set among beautiful woodland.

Enjoy a scenic winter run around Carsington Water with half marathon and 10K options on Saturday 5 December 2026. Undulating reservoir trails, kilometre markers and a themed medal make this RunThrough event a rewarding lakeside challenge.

Take on the Punk Panther Christmas Cracker trail run in Otley on 12 December 2026 with 12, 19 or 32 mile options on a mystery course filled with festive climbs. Field is limited to 100 runners and finishers get a medal, a tee and hot season..