Trail Running calendar near Barnsley 2025-2026

Tackle a rugged winter half in the stunning Forest of Bowland around Slaidburn, supporting local foodbanks. Expect 13 miles with big climbs, unmarked route and variable January conditions, then enjoy a hot meal and a memento at the finish.

Run through Hamsterley Forest's winter woods on 10 January 2026 with half marathon and 10k options, tackling scenic trails and wildlife filled woodland. Finish with a bespoke mug, hot soup and the cosy buzz of a winter race.

Its Grim Up North Running presents the Skipton Sweetie Skedaddle in Skipton, starting near Aireville Park and finishing in town. The flat, towpath course runs along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal and offers distances from 5k to Ultra. Depend..

Tackle the Montane Winter Spine, a nonstop 268 mile trail along the Pennine Way from Edale to Kirk Yetholm through wild winter moorland and mountain terrain. Expect long days, big climbs and checkpoints with hot food and shelter.

Challenge yourself on scenic winter routes from Mytholmroyd with 22 or 15 mile options featuring over 4000 feet of climbing and varied Pennine terrain. Not suitable for beginners; come prepared for steep ascents and winter conditions.

Join a guided recce of the Hardmoors 55 route from Osmotherley to Helmsley, covering about 25 miles with experienced leaders and sweepers. Not a race, with checkpoints, post run soup and hot drinks and an optional return bus.

Punk Panther Green Gateways Punk Panther Green Gateways is a trail race in and around Leeds, starting and finishing at Otley Cricket Club (LS21 1RB). The route follows the Green Gateways/Meanwood Valley Trail and stays largely off-road whil..

Kick off the year at Sherwood Pines with the Sherwood New Year 10k, 5k and Junior Run through the scenic, multi terrain trails of Sherwood Forest on 18 January 2026. Entries include a bespoke medal, free photos and prizes for top finishers.

Event details The Stanbury Splash takes place in Haworth, West Yorkshire on 18 January 2026. The race distance is 12 Kilometres. The event is organised by Wharfedale Harriers. Entry fee is £9.00, which covers race fees, card charges and adm..

Epic Events' Petzl Night Runner Rivington returns to Rivington and Blackrod High School, Rivington Lane, Bolton (BL6 7RU), for the final Night Runner event of the series. The night race offers a 10k trail and a Half Marathon, both on a full..

The Holly Challenge is a multi-distance race organized by How Hard Can It Be Events, held at Burroughs Bank, Lightmoor, Telford, TF4 3QS, within the Lightmoor Nature Reserve. Runners can choose 5K, 10K, half marathon, or marathon distances...

Event details The event is a weekend of road-trail races on the Tissington Trail near Ashbourne, Derbyshire. The race offers the following distances: Half Marathon 10k On-the-day entry fees, subject to availability, are listed as: Half Ma..

Tackle a midwinter multi terrain 10k or 16k in Leeds from the Kirkstall Bridge Inn. Enjoy a single lap of scenic canal and riverside trails with about 200 m of climb for a challenging and rewarding winter run.

That's Lyth is a winter long-distance walk/run organised by Lakeland LDWA, starting from Abbot Hall Social Centre in Kendal, Cumbria. The 23-mile loop encircles the Lyth Valley, taking in the scenic climbs to Cunswick Fell, Whitbarrow Scar..

Event The Half & Half is a 10 km race that combines trail and road running. The route starts on trails for the first half, featuring rugged, muddy paths and obstacles, then switches to a road return on tarmac all the way to the finish...

The Dovedale Big Daddy is a tough 20.4 km fell race around Manifold and Dovedale with 1370 m of ascent across rugged limestone scenery. Part of the Limestone Series, it follows full FRA rules and finishes with warming soup and cake.

Event details The Fountains Abbey Wild Trail Runs take place on Sunday 1 February 2026 at Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire. Routes will incorporate sections of the Deer Park, the Water Garden, and the..

Take on Saltburn moors at Hardmoors 26.2: marathon, half and 10k trail distances over scenic coastal moorland. Courses are largely unmarked so carry the supplied maps or GPX plus mandatory kit and your own cup.

NAV4 LAW75 is a two day winter navigation challenge covering 75 miles from Skipton to Appleby along Lady Anne's Way. Expect remote winter terrain, checkpoint support and strict mandatory kit for a tough but rewarding adventure.

Pendle Way In A Day is a winter ultra in Barley, Lancashire on 7 Feb 2026, following moorland and village trails around Pendle Hill. Choose 45 or 30 miles with route materials and required winter kit; event is full with a waiting list.