Trail Running calendar near Barnard Castle 2026-2027

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..

A trail running event at Kielder Castle on 5 September 2026 offering five route distances from 5 km to 52 km across forest trails with varied elevation. Camping, marked and timed courses, outposts and a plastic free policy are included.

A trail half marathon on 5 September 2026 based at Malham Show Field. The route passes Malham Cove and Malham Tarn and climbs to Weets Top before a long descent. It is the third race in the Due North Trail Trilogy.

Take on the classic Grisedale Horseshoe on Sat 5 Sep 2026 around Ullswater, a demanding 16 km fell race with 1525 m of climb through dramatic Lake District scenery. Entries are limited and pre entry is required for this iconic community cha..

Trail races around Derwentwater from Fitz Park with 5k, 10k and 15k options, marked trails and varied terrain. The event features live music, local food stalls, limited water stations and event photography.

Blencathra Marathon on 6 Sept 2026 is a scenic yet demanding 26.4 mile fell loop from Caldbeck via five Wainwright summits. Around 6,000 ft ascent, GPS tracking and a warm finish with drinks and a medal suit experienced runners and walkers.

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.

Join the Loweswater Show fell race on Sun 6 Sep 2026 in the Lake District for a short but testing challenge across rugged moorland. The 4.2 km route packs 305 m of climb, with on the day entry, team competition and junior races adding festi..

Enjoy a Peak District fell race at Oxspring Playing Field, a punchy 6.2 km course with 190 m of ascent through scenic terrain. On the day entries welcome for a modest fee and the event is part of an eight race series.

Take on THE LAP Windermere Ultra, a way marked 47 mile trail circuit that circumnavigates Lake Windermere. Runners and walkers get 24 hours, five stocked aid stations, GPS tracking and a local finishers medal for unforgettable lakeside view..

Tackle the 100 km Leeds Country Way In A Day, a scenic circuit around Leeds mostly on trails with variable underfoot conditions. Supported checkpoints, GPX navigation and optional pacers make it a rewarding challenge for experienced enduran..

Tackle a classic Lake District fell run around Helvellyn and the Dodds, a rugged 18.5 km loop with 1450 m of climbing and stunning mountain views. Open to adults with pre entry or day entry for a proper fell challenge.

The Old Crown Round on 12 Sep 2026 is a tough 36 km Lake District fell race with 2200 m of climbing across pathless open fell, so navigation skills are essential. Pre entry via SiEntries is required and teams are welcome.

Take on the Fellrunner at Cronkley on 12 Sep 2026, a scenic 17.1 km fell race near Barnard Castle with 560 m ascent that tests stamina and navigation. Places are limited and entrants get a chip butty and hot drink at the Farmhouse Kitchen.

A 10 mile trail run on the Lykewake Walk in the North York Moors, visiting Lilla Howe and Louven Howe with strong coastal views. Navigation is required, entries limited to 50, minimum age 18 and a three hour time limit.

Tackle the Yorkshireman Off Road Marathon or Half across Bronte Country moorland, trails and woods for a scenic but testing autumn challenge. Chip timed with generous feed stations, guided reccy runs and strong club support make it a must f..

Take on the Bradley Fell Race in Bradley Village near Skipton on Sunday 13 September 2026, a punchy 3.5 mile route climbing about 230 m up to scenic Bradley moor. Friendly club atmosphere with junior races and affordable entry on the day.

Take on the classic La Sportiva Lake District Mountain Trial, a navigational fell race across the fells with three testing courses. Pre entry only and vetting ensure a real mountain challenge with food, prizes and electronic timing.

A one lap *10K* trail run through Yarrow Valley in September, with leafy woodland paths, riverside sections and river crossings. Post run gathering at the Flaming Grill Pub, medals for finishers and prizes across multiple categories.

Three Towers Ultra crosses the wild West Pennine Moors from Darwen, visiting Jubilee, Rivington and Peel towers. Choose 39 or 55 mile routes with big climbs, a pub finish at the Ranken Arms and proceeds supporting Bolton Mountain Rescue.