Trail Running calendar near Birkenhead 2025-2026

Run the scenic, traffic free Tissington Trail in Ashbourne on 24 and 25 January 2026 with a weekend half marathon or 10k. Choose one or both days and enjoy gentle trail gradients, bespoke medals and free finish photos.

Take on Tour De Yr Wyddfa in North Wales on 24 Jan 2026, a rugged mountain challenge from Llanberis with a 43.5 km route and 2327 m ascent. Half, relay and pair entries available; strong mountain experience and winter kit required.

The North of England Cross Country Championships come to Pontefract Race Course on 24 January 2026, with races for U13 to senior athletes on a challenging parkland course. Chip timing and club colours required, entries close 18 January.

Tackle The Half & Half 10K on 25 January 2026: rugged muddy trails for the first half then a fast tarmac return to the finish in Sowerby Bridge. Limited to 100 runners, this compact event suits adventurous runners after a friendly race day.

Tigger Tor is a classic winter fell race from Fox House on 25 January 2026, taking runners across Houndkirk, Burbage and Hathersage Moors in a 14.2 km course with 490 m of climb. Navigation and mandatory kit make it a true fell challenge.

Tackle a scenic but stiff 4.7 km fell race at Elterwater Common in the Lake District as part of the Helm Hill Winter League, featuring a 396 m climb and great views. Entry on the day, juniors welcome, bring winter kit.

Explore the Shropshire Hills from Carding Mill Valley with marathon, half marathon or 10k routes across The Long Mynd and National Trust terrain. Enjoy stocked aid stations, a medal and a fun cake competition after your run.

Ras Tarrenhendre Fell Race in Abergynolwyn, Wales on 31 January 2026 is a rugged 6 mile test with about 2000 ft of ascent across ridges, forestry and old slate quarries. Expect steep climbs, exposed summit running and a moorland descent.

Flat, timed laps along the River Mersey at Hardy Farm, from 5k to ultra on a 5.3 km 3.28 mile out and back loop you can repeat within seven hours. Choose a bespoke finisher medal, refuel at a well stocked aid station and support Manchester..

Join the Hoofstones Fell Race, a challenging 12.9 km fell run with about 425 m of climbing and navigational sections, finishing back at the Staff of Life pub in Todmorden for refreshments and prizes. Open to runners 18 and over.

Take on Dovedale Big Daddy, a classic Peak District fell race on 1 February 2026. This 20.4 km route climbs 1370 m over nine steep ascents around the Manifold and Dovedale valleys and finishes with soup and cake for runners.

Join the DirtRun Dudmaston 10k on 1 Feb 2026 for a scenic off road 10 km through Comer Woods at Dudmaston Estate. Enjoy a finisher medal and goodie, with category prizes including real ale for top performers.

Take on the Mickleden Straddle on 1 Feb 2026, a rugged 14.3 mile fell race across high moorland with navigation required and winter conditions possible. Pre entry and FRA kit checks mean this is a demanding winter race for fell runners.

Challenge yourself on a classic Lake District fell race from Ambleside, tackling 14 km with 880 m of ascent and spectacular views. Entry is on the day for £2 and competitors must be 18 or over, with a strict cut off at Loughrigg summit.

Take on the Montane Grizedale Forest Trail, a scenic marathon or half marathon through undulating forest tracks with an eastern loop near Windermere. Support stations, a finisher medal and official photos await finishers; entries are sold o..

Take on the Pendle Way In A Day, a winter ultra trail from Barley, Lancashire offering 45 mile and 30 mile waymarked routes across moorland with a climb up Pendle Hill. The February 7 2026 event is currently full with a waiting list.

Tackle a scenic two day 75 mile point to point endurance challenge from Skipton to Appleby along Lady Anne's Way. Well stocked checkpoints and GPS tracking keep you moving through classic Dales scenery.

Tackle scenic trails around Harrogate and through Nidd Gorge at the Punk Panther Harrogate Hustle on 7 February 2026. Choose 14, 20 or 34 miles and enjoy well stocked checkpoints, a finisher tee and hot food with vegan options.

Rombalds Stride is a scenic 23 mile trail across Rombalds Moor, Ilkley Moor and Otley Chevin from Guiseley, offering classic Yorkshire moorland views and a tough, hilly route. Spots are limited and the event fills fast.

Take on The Beast, a tough 19.3 mile fell race around Hebden Bridge with 1110 m of climb that demands navigation skill and mandatory kit. Limited entries and parking make this a serious winter challenge for experienced runners.