Trail Running calendar near Birstall 2025-2026

Run the North Yorks Ultra Challenge from Scarborough on 20 to 21 June 2026, tracing dramatic coastline and moorland through Robin Hood Bay and Whitby. Choose distances from 10 miles to 100 km with camping and full on course support.

Experience the Lamplighter 20, a 20 mile night trail from dusk to dawn around Goathland in the North York Moors. Limited to 40 runners, the route features navigation support, checkpoint refreshments and a finisher medal.

The Kettlewell Half Marathon will take place in Arncliffe on Saturday 20 June 2026. You can run 21 kilometers.

Enjoy scenic canal side routes and a relaxed welcoming vibe at the Yorkshire Weekend Saunter in Kirkstall. Choose 5K, 10K or half marathon with flexible entry and celebrate with a jumble medal, hot food and a beer or soft drink.

Join the James Blakeley Fell Race on Sat 20 Jun 2026 in Holmfirth for a thrilling 5 km Peak District challenge with 180 m climb. Entry on the day is free though site admission applies, teams of three welcome, minimum age 14.

Join the Darren Jones Clougha Pike fell race in Bowland, NW Lancs, a testing 4.9 mile route with about 400 m of climb and classic fell views. Pre entry only, with junior races and team scoring for a lively day out.

Run a flat, fully signed trail along the River Wear with cathedral views at Saturn Lord of The Run North, a 7 hour trail event in Durham. Pick from short laps to ultra distances, earn a themed medal with aid stations and vegan options.

Take on the Fountains 10K in picturesque Grantley near Ripon, North Yorkshire, a single loop through Nidderdale's quiet lanes, trails and moorland. Enjoy undulating terrain, a lively village finish with music and a warm welcoming vibe.

Hawkswick Dash on Sunday 21 June 2026 in the Yorkshire Dales is a short, scenic fell race that climbs to a skyline ridge then drops back to the field in a thrilling finish. Entry on the day only with low fees and junior races.

Run the scenic trails of Harewood estate at the West Yorkshire Trail Run on Sunday 21 June 2026, with 13 km and 22 km options through woods and lakeside views. Chip timing and a finisher medal make for a rewarding day for all runners.

Run as far as you like in seven hours along the River Wear with cathedral views at Lord of The Run North. Choose your distance from 3 km up to ultra, enjoy on course aid, themed medals and vegan goody bags.

Take on the Settle Hills Race on Sun 21 Jun 2026, an 11.3 km fell loop with 500 m climb and superb views to Pen Y Ghent. Starts in Settle Market Place with pre entry or entry on the day, marshals and finish refreshments.

Tackle the Trunce 5, a lively fell race in the Peak District around Oxspring offering a hilly 6.2 km route with about 190 m of climb. On the day entries are welcome and juniors over 10 can take part in a 3 km race as part of an eight race s..

Aggies Staircase is a tough Category AS fell race in Darwen on 23 June 2026, covering 6.4 km with 350 m of ascent and climbs up to Darwen Tower. Rugged moorland, a steep finale and stunning views await; pre entry is required.

A scenic 10K trail through Lyme Park with challenging climbs, woodland views and a fully marked, chip timed course. Finishers get a medal and snacks while £2 from every entry supports the National Trust.

Take on Eddie's Revenge Fell Race, a punchy 5.8 km with about 308 m of climb up to the Trig Point on Crompton Moor, across moorland and forest trails. Entry is by pre entry only and the race raises funds for Deafblind UK and OMRT.

Take on a scenic 12 km course across the North York Moors with 400 m of climb for a rewarding midweek challenge. Entry on the day, friendly teams welcome and a post race BBQ helps raise money for charity.

Join Kirkstall Rock up n' Run on 25 June 2026 for a fun pop up summer run along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal with 5k and 10k options. Register online or on the day and enjoy hot food, a jumble medal and a post run beer or soft drink.

Tackle 47 miles across the scenic Yorkshire Wolds on the Hardwolds 40, following the Wolds Way and Hudson Way between Beverley and Malton. With a 20 hours cutoff and relay options, this is a true endurance challenge through classic trails.

Join the Whaley Waltz fell race in Whaley Bridge during the lively Carnival for a scenic 5.8 mile challenge with about 274 m of climb. Friendly community atmosphere, prizes and proceeds benefit local charities.