Trail Running calendar near Birstall 2026-2027

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.

A blindfolded navigation challenge in Manchester where participants are driven to an unknown location and must find their own way back without maps or GPS. Options include 6 mile non locals only, 10 mile and 15 mile distances.

Tackle Lockton Limping, a scenic fell race across the North York Moors covering 11.2 km with 350 m of climb and sweeping views. Entry is on the day at Lockton Village Hall, perfect for both competitive and social runners.

Tough Mutter is a unique obstacle course race for dogs and their owners set in the North Yorkshire countryside. Choose between 5km or 10km routes featuring mud, water, and dozens of obstacles designed for you and your dog.

A Halloween-themed trail event on the Leeds to Liverpool Canal in Kirkstall offering distances from a Ghostly 1 Mile up to an ultra marathon, Trail Running Association licensed, marshalled, with medals and finish-line treats.

A traditional fell race on Halloween covering 4.3 miles with over 800 ft of ascent between the Summit Inn and the White House pub near Blackstone Edge. Junior categories are included and costume prizes are awarded.

Tackle the Monsal Mash in the Peak District, a challenging 9.5 km fell race with 500 m of climb over technical and fast rough terrain. Advance entry and full kit required, teams of three welcome.

Trail races of 5k, 10k and 15k on 31 October 2026 from Glenridding, with marked, marshalled routes through woodlands and fell foothills. Courses have varied terrain; competitors must carry their own water and may need compulsory kit in bad..

Join this flexible charity run along the River Mersey in Manchester. Complete as many 5.3km laps as you like in seven hours on a flat riverside course to support Save The Rhino.

Looped full and half marathons around Gargrave with a multi-terrain route to the Broughton Stone Circle, three refreshment stations per loop and sustainable finisher medals; volunteer-led and raising funds for attendance at the World Scout..

Experience a spooky Halloween trail run through Delamere Forest by head torch. Choose between 10km and Half Marathon distances on a reflected course featuring a festive fancy dress theme and glow in the dark medals.

An evening Halloween 5k at Herons Reach, Blackpool on 31 October 2026 featuring a multi-terrain park route with themed sections, compulsory head torch, glow-in-the-dark finisher medals and age-category awards. Pre-booking is required and fe..

Tommy Runs takes place on the Seaham seafront around the Tommy War Memorial Statue with timed 5 km and 10 km courses on road, promenade and coastal trails. A one minute silence is observed before each race.

A trail running event at Sankey Visitors Centre in St Helens on 1 November 2026, organised by St Helens Striders. Places are limited to 250, entries open 1 December 2025 and require a SiEntries account; minimum age 15.

A trail running event at Ullswater on 1 November 2026 offering 10k and 14k routes with boat transfer to the start, compulsory weather kit and time limits, plus an event village with local food traders and live race coverage.

A timed six hour lapped trail at Linacre Reservoirs near Chesterfield where participants complete 5 km laps on marked trails. Profits on the day go to Ashgate Hospice and every finisher receives an Ashgate medal.

Experience trail running in the Peak District at this responsible event in Hartington. Enjoy local cheese and crackers at the finish while supporting nature regeneration and trail repair projects in the Derbyshire hills.

A community canicross event at Mere Sands Wood on 1 November 2026, featuring a timed one mile run or walk and an optional 2.5 km social run. The route uses mostly flat woodland trails and onsite facilities include a visitor centre and cafe.

Shepshed 7 is a measured two-lap 7 mile race through the private grounds of Garendon Park on Sunday 1 November 2026. The event is chip timed and fully marshalled, with commemorative t-shirts, category prizes and a separate fun run.

A nighttime trail run near Otley with looped woodland courses of about 3.3 or 6.7 miles on undulating, well-marked trails. Feed stations, on-course marshals and a bespoke finisher medal; parking and public toilets at the car park.