Trail Running calendar near Barnsley 2026-2027

A summer trail race on the edge of the Peak District covering just over 20 miles through Cordwell and Linacre valleys. The largely unmarked route has GPX and route notes, two staffed checkpoints and medic cover.

Experience traditional fell running at Arncliffe Village Green in the Yorkshire Dales. This event features distances from 1.3 km to 3 km for seniors and juniors with challenging climbs over scenic terrain.

Test your limits at Temple Newsam with an 8 hour looped ultramarathon on a scenic 5km mixed terrain course. Run as many laps as you choose in a flexible and supportive environment featuring full chip timing and medals for all.

Join the Tegg's Nose Fell Race on Sat 8 Aug 2026 in the Peak District for a challenging 8 mile course with 525 m of climb and fine views. Held with sheep dog trials, this classic fell race accepts pre entries and entries on the day.

Long-established challenge event in north-east Wales offering 32 miles, 24 miles and 16 miles from Cilcain Village Hall. Routes climb the Clwydian Hills and follow the Offa's Dyke Path over Moel Famau with wooded returns.

Experience the North York Moors with a choice of three self navigated trail distances starting from Hutton Le Hole. Carry your own gear and navigate through Farndale in this traditional cupless trail event.

A 10 km fell race around the hills above Manchester, based at the Cross Keys Inn in Uppermill. The route is flagged and marshalled, includes a steep climb, and entries are open to runners aged 18 or older.

A historic short fell race on 12 August 2026 around Eccles Pike, covering 3.4 miles with 275 m of climb and Buxworth Memorial Club as Race HQ. The event is popular and often sells out, with day numbers collection and parking guidance provid..

Take on the classic Whittle Pike fell race in the South West Pennines on Wed 12 Aug 2026, roughly 5.5 miles with 550 m of climb from Cowpe Village Hall. Entry on the day is available for £5, teams welcome and runners must be 16 or over.

Experience a 7.3 km trail race through the scenic Derwent Valley featuring forest paths and technical descents. Conquer a steep climb to the Oker Trig Point for panoramic views before a fast downhill finish.

A challenging fell race in the Peak District featuring 370m of climb over a 6km course. Entry is on the day at Cartworth Moor Cricket Club near Holmfirth. The route is well marked and marshalled for a classic short fell running experience.

Flagg Moor Run returns to Flagg in the Peak District as the relaunch of a village fell race. The *5.5 miles* route runs through fields, lanes and country roads with a downhill finish; pre-entry is £7 and entry on the day £8.

A multi-distance towpath event in Saltaire offering routes from 5k to ultra, regular feed stations, on-course marshals, finisher medals and nearby train and parking access.

Ilkley Skyline offers 35 km and 22 km fell running routes across the moors around Ilkley, starting and finishing at The Hermit in Burley Woodhead. The unmarked courses require a GPX or route map and include checkpoints and two aid stations.

Take on the Piethorne Fell Race on Sun 16 Aug 2026: a 10 km test with 275 m of climb across the scenic South West Pennines. Starts at the Bulls Head in Newhey with cash prizes for record breakers and both pre entries and on the day entry.

Experience a scenic run through Avenham and Miller Parks in central Preston. Choose from four distances including a 10k or an ultra marathon on a flat loop course along the River Ribble.

Challenge yourself on the Sedbergh Hills fell race: 14 miles across scenic Yorkshire Dales with roughly 6000 ft of climb, testing endurance and navigation. Pre entry only via SI Entries; post race prizegiving and running camaraderie await.

Join Scarborough AC for an 8.6 mile fell race across the North York Moors, featuring 475 m of climbing and sweeping moorland views. Entry on the day makes this a great spontaneous stop in the Dave Parry Esk Valley summer series.

A trail half marathon of about 13.1 miles around Roseberry Topping in the North York Moors, featuring forest tracks, heather moorland and a steep section at Odin's Seat. Places are limited to 50 and there is a five hour cutoff.

Join this monthly trail series at Wirral Country Park featuring an 8 km course. Open to runners aged 16 and over, the event offers individual race entries and series trophies across multiple age categories.