Trail Running calendar near Barnsley 2026-2027

Experience an undulating trail run around the scenic Carsington Water reservoir. Choose between a 10k or a half marathon while enjoying sweeping views of the Derbyshire countryside and receiving a themed finishers medal.

Two trail races in the Amber Valley offering 31 miles and 20 miles over undulating countryside and woodland. The course is largely unmarked but route notes and GPX files are provided, with checkpoints supplying water and some food.

Experience a self navigated journey through the Yorkshire Dales starting from Grassington. Choose between 25km, 50km, or 100km distances featuring historic trails and iconic sights like Malham Tarn and Buckden Pike.

Take on a significant ultra distance challenge starting from Wadsworth. Choose between a 40 mile or 80 mile course featuring indoor checkpoints and hot food at the finish.

Trail races at Loggerheads provide 6 km and 12 km routes, including a 6 km canicross, on marked and marshalled trails in a family friendly park setting. There are no time limits.

A weekend running event in Brighouse by Its Grim Up North Running offering 5K, 10K and Half Marathon routes through scenic Yorkshire, with finisher rewards and flexible entry options.

A 31 mile trail through the Amber Valley with a 20 mile northern loop option. Undulating countryside, woodland trails and checkpoints, largely unmarked but with GPX and route notes provided.

A looped running event in Knaresborough on a 6.5-mile course with multiple distance options, feed stations every ~3 miles, a cup-less policy, and facilities near the start at the Beryl Burton Cycleway.

Join the Gormire Gamble on Sunday 18 October 2026 at Sutton Bank in the North York Moors. This 9.1 km fell race with 250 m of climbing offers sweeping views and a lively autumn challenge for seasoned runners.

An 8-hour timed challenge in Delamere Forest. Run as many 6 km mixed-terrain loops as you like. All participants receive a finishing time and medal.

Experience the beauty of the North York Moors with a 5k or 10k trail run starting from Danby Lodge. These marked and marshalled races offer a friendly atmosphere for runners of all ages.

Explore the hilly High Peak on a 17 or 24 mile hike starting from Marple. Navigate scenic trails over Lantern Pike and Chinley Churn while spotting historic footpath signs to earn your finisher certificate.

Discover Warrington's historic transport networks on this circular half marathon. Enjoy a marshalled trail route along canals and rivers with chip timing and a finishers medal included.

Experience a 5.2 mile trail run with 115m of ascent starting from Fairway Primary School. This chip timed race supports the local school PTA and rewards every finisher with a bottle of beer.

Experience a fast and flat out and back race along a historic railway path. Enjoy scenic views of the Dee Estuary and Wales while completing this chip timed event on the Wirral Way gravel trails.

Discover the beauty of Yorkshire on this trail run featuring distances from 13 to 56 miles. Traverse iconic locations like Ripley Castle and Brimham Rocks with full tracker support and post race hot food.

Experience the heritage of the North York Moors National Park with four trail distances along the Cleveland Way. Enjoy fully marked courses through moorland and grassland starting from the historic village of Ravenscar.

Weekend trail races on the Monsal Trail from Bakewell Station offering a half marathon and a 10k. The route passes through tunnels and over the Monsal viaduct and includes a bespoke medal and free race photographs.

The Nidderdale Way Ultramarathon will take place in Pateley Bridge on Saturday 24 October 2026.

Run the Bronte Way fell race through the South/West Pennines, a scenic 12 km point to point with 351 m of climb. Pre entry only with limited bus support and a warming soup and roll at the finish make this a classic autumn challenge.