Trail Running calendar near Austwick 2025-2026

Take on the Osprey Trail Run under the stars in Kielder Forest, a 22 km night trail across forest tracks and mountain bike trails. Race 2 of the Shadowlands series offers scenic, challenging off road running with prizes on the night.

Kick off January with the Brampton Trail Run, a scenic 7 km undulating trail on Brampton's edge with a bespoke finisher medal and free event photos. Expect off road mud so wear trail shoes for a lively 7 km challenge.

Start the year with Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails South at Whinlatter Forest on Sunday 4 January 2026. Enjoy scenic, less technical forest trails with chip timing and the option to run with up to two dogs or solo.

Enjoy a scenic 12 km coastal trail in Whitley Bay, starting on the beach and winding over clifftops, coastal paths and through woodlands before finishing with a lap of Churchill Playing Fields track. Undulating single lap with buff.

Join Race 3 of the PECO Cross Country League on 4 January 2026 at West Park and Beckett Park, Leeds. Tackle a lively single lap of roughly 4.5 to 5 miles over undulating terrain and soak up the club competition atmosphere.

Test your legs in the Lake District at the YHA King Of The Castle fell race, an exhilarating uphill time trial from Borrowdale hostel to the Castle Crag war memorial. Short and steep 2.5 km course with cake and hot drinks to celebrate at th..

Take on a winter trail at Hamsterley Forest on 10 January 2026 with a half marathon or 10k on undulating woodland trails. Expect mud, forest views, warm post race soup and a bespoke mug.

Run across the stunning 1,000 acre Harewood House estate on 10 January 2026 with 5km, 10km and half marathon options. Canicross friendly with medals, snacks and lively chip timing for a memorable winter trail experience.

Take on the Bowland Trail Half in Slaidburn this January for a challenging 13 mile trail with 2000 ft ascent across tracks, singletrack and boggy sections. Enjoy a warm finish meal, a keepsake and support local foodbanks.

Tackle the Bowland Ultra, a 42 mile winter trail challenge around Slaidburn on 10 Jan 2026, with rough trails, boggy sections and big climbs. Aid stations, a finisher meal and fundraising for Morecambe Bay Foodbank make it a memorable day.

Scarborough Rock invites runners and walkers to explore dramatic coastal and moorland scenery through Scarborough, including Oliver's Mount, with 16 and 26 mile options. Enjoy sea views, varied terrain and a warm finish with food and a fini..

Take on the Round Sheffield Run Winter on 10 January 2026, a staged trail enduro through Endcliffe Park with 11 timed stages across Sheffield parkland. Expect competitive timed sections, relaxed transitions and a lively post race party.

Take on the Kong Winter Series Race 3 around Blencathra and Blease Fell on Sat 10 Jan 2026 from Threlkeld. This demanding 8 km circuit packs 762 m of climb for a classic Lake District fell challenge; pre entry only.

Take on the Montane Winter Spine, a continuous 268 mile winter race along the Pennine Way from Edale to Kirk Yetholm with a 168 hour limit. Expect harsh winter weather and strict qualification rules for this epic endurance test.

Take a flat, fast run along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal towpath in Skipton with distances from 5K to ultra, great for PBs or relaxed runners. Celebrate at the finish with sweets, cake and a bespoke finisher's medal on a fully supported wa..

The Trigger Fell Race on 11 Jan 2026 is a classic 24 miles fell challenge over Black Hill, Bleaklow and Kinder with 1650 m of ascent, starting at Marsden and finishing in Edale. Organised by Woodhead Mountain Rescue, entries are full and a..

A classic winter fell race in Commondale, North York Moors, featuring 8.3 km and 220 m of climb starting from the village hall. Entry on the day and a friendly winter series vibe make it ideal for adventurous runners.

Discover Punk Panther Green Gateways, an off road trail outing from Otley around Leeds with 14, 20 and 34 mile options and ITRA and UTMB qualifying points. Enjoy scenic trails, on course tracking and a finisher medal with T shirt.

Join a guided recce of around 25 miles along the scenic Hardmoors route from Osmotherley to Helmsley on 17 January 2026. Run in led groups with checkpoints, winter support and a warm soup and drinks finish, with a return bus option.

Hebden 2026 is a winter long distance walk from Mytholmroyd with 22 mile and 15 mile routes, the longer rising over 4,000 feet. Challenging and not for beginners, entries are limited and a 9 hour overall time applies.