Trail Running calendar near Barnard Castle 2025-2026

Discover a classic entry level 29 km sky race from Patterdale over St Sunday Crag, with 2050 m of ascent across scenic but technical Lake District fells. Fully supported with timing, a post race meal and a finishers wild flower seed medal.

Explore Manchester on foot with Beyond Manchester on 18 July 2026, offering 55 km ultra and 25 km trail routes starting and finishing in Castlefield. City canals, Salford Quays and leafy trails combine for a scenic urban adventure.

Place Fell 15 is a 15km trail race with about 680 m ascent in the Lake District. Tackle technical paths and sweeping fell views, then enjoy a recycled paper mache wildflower seed bomb medal at the finish.

She Strides Trail Metric Marathon in Hebden Bridge offers a scenic out and back route from the cosy Excited Goat coffee shop, climbing to trails with views of Stoodley Pike before returning to the finish. All finishers receive a medal.

Tackle the sculpted landscape of Northumberlandia on a 10K trail through hills, forest tracks and fast stone paths, finishing with a bespoke medal. Bring the family for a free 1 mile kids loop with adult entry and enjoy an event village, pa..

Tackle the classic Cracoe fell race near Skipton and Grassington with rough fields, tussocks and a sharp climb to the summit. Short but fierce 4.2 km course that rewards power and grit and counts towards the BOFRA championship.

Experience a scenic loop around Aske Hall estate near Richmond on 23 July 2026, with 5 km and 10 km trail options. Limited to 200 entries, the mostly flat single loop winds through pasture and woodland for a relaxed but rewarding race day.

Explore scenic estate trails at Stately Trails: Aske Hall on 23 July 2026, with 5km runs and walks plus a 10km option across parkland, tracks and woodland. Expect marked, potentially muddy courses, finishers food and optional coaster medal.

Take on the Montane Lakeland 50 or 100, a rugged trail running test from Coniston across the Lake District with dramatic fells, lakes and staffed checkpoints. Expect an epic, scenic and rewarding mountain weekend.

Run a scenic 54 to 55 km circular ultra across the Yorkshire Wolds, with 4,100 ft of climb through hidden valleys and quaint villages. Limited to 200 runners, the eco minded event ends with tea, cake and reclaimed trophies.

Alderman's Ascent on 25 July 2026 marks its tenth year and serves as a counter for the English Fell Running Championship. An 8.5 km route with 400 m of ascent, technical downhills and a steep final climb from the Satellite Centre promises a..

Enjoy a flat, fast riverside trail in Leeds on 26 July 2026 with a 43 to 45 km ultra or a 22 km half. Scenic footpaths pass St Aiden's and Fairburn Ings, and every finisher earns a local medal and a pint from Piglove Brewery.

Tackle rugged Pennine moorland in the Holme Moss Fell Race, a demanding 28.5 km with 1,285 m of ascent and remote navigation. Limited to 200 runners, the event supports Holme Valley Mountain Rescue.

Take on the classic Ambleside fell race near Rydal Park, a short but sharp climb to a rocky summit set in Lakeland scenery. Open to seniors and juniors with age categories, this BOFRA counter promises a stiff test of speed and stamina.

She Strides is a women only 50K ultramarathon around Hebden Bridge, taking runners through woodland, moorland and picturesque villages with about 1,400 m of climbing. Vegan friendly aid stations, medals for all finishers and hot food await.

Isaac's Tea Trail Ultra Backwards is a 37 mile loop through the North Pennines AONB and UNESCO Global Geopark. Rugged trails, big climbs and self guided navigation with checkpoints, tracking and post race food make for a scenic, testing day..

Run the Esk Valley Way ultra from Castleton to Whitby Harbour beneath the Abbey ruins. This 36 mile point to point route combines moors and coast, limited to 100 runners and offering live tracking for a memorable, demanding challenge.

Join the Farleton Knott fell race on Sunday 2 August 2026 for a steep 2.6 mile 4.2 km climb and descent with rewarding views from the top. Fast and scenic, the event welcomes juniors through seniors and has on site parking for a small fee.

Head to Arncliffe Village Green for the Arncliffe Gala fell race, featuring a steep climb to a summit and a thrilling return to the green and serving as a BOFRA championship counter. A separate 4 mile road race offers a road option for all..

Hardmoors 26.2 Farndale invites runners to tackle scenic but rugged trails in the North York Moors with marathon, half and 10k options. Limited entries and mandatory kit make this a challenging, self navigated trail adventure.