Trail Running calendar near Birstall 2026-2027

A short 1.6 km hill race with 95 m of climb on Sugar Lane in Rainow on 11 July 2026, held as part of the Rainow Village Fete. Open to runners aged 8 and over with entry on the day.

A charity trekking event at Tittesworth Reservoir with 30, 20 and 10 mile routes and a new Family Fun Day. Teams must follow a kit list, navigate the routes, and raise funds for WaterAid projects in Bangladesh.

An outdoor 5k obstacle course at Lincolnshire Showground on 11 July 2026 where participants climb, crawl and slide through muddy obstacles while raising funds for Cancer Research UK. Waves run every 15 minutes and the event is not wheelchai..

A muddy 5k obstacle event at Temple Newsam on Saturday 11 Jul 2026 that raises funds for cancer research. Participants aged 13 and over tackle climbs, crawls and slides on a single lap course in staggered 15 minute waves.

A 50K trail ultra from Whitby to Pickering that follows railway lines and passes eight stations, with 3322 ft of elevation. Mixed terrain, four marshaled checkpoints, walkers accepted within a 13 hour limit.

A self-navigation circular route of about 17 miles and 2,000 ft ascent around Parwich in the Derbyshire Dales. The event includes three aid stations, a collect and deliver quest, and a six hour cut off for runners and fast walkers.

Peak Forest Fell Race is a 9.7 km fell race with 247 m of ascent in the Peak District on 12 July 2026. Day registration is available at Peak Forest Reading Room and free parking is provided on the village recreation ground.

Race a steam train on this unique 11-mile point-to-point trail run from Bury to Rawtenstall. Spectators can ride the train to cheer you on. Every finisher gets a medal and T-shirt.

Experience a scenic 5 mile multi terrain race through the woodland trails and grassy paths of Arrowe Park. This chip timed event offers a flat course with gentle undulations and includes a bespoke medal for all finishers.

Trunce 6 in Oxspring on Mon 13 Jul 2026 is a testing 6.2 km Peak District race with about 190 m of climb from Oxspring Playing Field, main race for 16 and over. Enter on the day for £3 and juniors over 10 can run a 3 km race for £1.

A summertime off road race of about 5 miles along the River Mersey in Sale, organised by Dragons Running Club. The event uses chip timing, provides finish mementos and shares profits with local charities.

Chapelfell Top is a licensed fell race in St John’s Chapel, Weardale covering 7 km with 400 m ascent to a 703 m summit. The out and back course runs over track and open fell and requires navigation skills and compulsory kit.

Evening team relay at Golden Acre Park in Leeds on 14 July 2026. Teams of three run three 2.75 mile laps on an undulating trail; entry is limited to 150 teams and restricted to UKA affiliated club members.

Experience a scenic 8 km trail run at Wirral Country Park as part of a competitive summer series. Open to those aged 16 and over, the event features age group trophies and rewards for series consistency.

A low cost and informal summer fell race in Great Langdale featuring an 8 km route to the summit of Pike of Blisco and an unconventional beer prizegiving.

Take on a classic Peak District fell race in Bamford on Wednesday 15 July 2026, a thrilling 4.5 mile course with 305 m of climb and spectacular views. Pre entry is recommended as day entries are limited.

Tackle a scenic fell race from Chop Gate in the North York Moors, covering 6.1 miles with 344 m of ascent across classic moorland. Entry on the day is welcome with low fees for members and non members, and teams are catered for.

A 6.7 km trail race in Sheffield featuring 270 m of climbing through Totley Moor and Blacka Moor Woods. This technical course includes steep descents and scenic fell paths for experienced runners.

An uphill only 6 km race with 850 m of ascent on 17 July 2026 in Patterdale, climbing Helvellyn via Swirral Edge. The course is fully marked, includes a manned checkpoint and a recycled paper mache medal.

Experience an extreme skyrunning challenge in the Lake District featuring 2700m of ascent and five graded scrambles. This technical race over the Helvellyn Massif requires proven climbing skills and a steady hand on the rock.