Trail Running calendar near Bishop Auckland 2026-2027

The Cragg Challenge is a timed, closed-road event on England's longest continuous climb. It features a mix of running and cycling races on Cragg Road in Mytholmroyd. Choose from distances including a 5K, 10K, 10-mile run, or cycling events..

A 6.4 km fell race in Darwen featuring 350 meters of ascent over three climbs including Jubilee Tower and the steep Aggies Staircase.

Test your limits at this Category AS fell race in Todmorden featuring a well marked 7.5 km course with 375 m of elevation gain. Enjoy team prizes and post race refreshments at the local pub.

Experience a category A/S fell race through the moorland and forest trails of Crompton Moor. This 5.8 km course features technical shale descents and climbs toward the local Trig Point starting from Shaw.

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.

Take on the Reston Scar Scamper at Staveley Mill Yard on Wed 24 Jun 2026, a lively 6 km fell race with 301 m of climb across fully marked Lake District trails. On the day entry is £5 and all proceeds support Staveley community projects.

Kirkstall Rock up n' Run is a pop up summer series in Kirkstall, Leeds offering 5k and 10k options with evening registration, a jumble medal, hot food and a drink for each runner.

Experience the Reservoir View Fell Race, an 11 km BM category event featuring 480 meters of elevation. Enjoy a scenic route starting near Accrington Cricket Club with prizes for new course records.

A 47 mile trail race on 27 June 2026 across the Yorkshire Wolds, following the Hudson Way and Wolds Way from Beverley to Malton with checkpoints, mandatory kit checks, drop bags and limited support crew options.

Trail runs in Chopwell Woods cover **5**, **10** and **15** mile routes through 360 hectares of mixed woodland. Live chip timing is used and all finishers receive a medal, a burger or alternative, and a drink.

A fell race at the Kirkby Gala, featuring a 6km course through fields and up towards windmills. It's a BOFRA Championship event open to various age groups from Under 9s to Seniors.

This 50th anniversary fell race runs from Alston playing field to Park Fell and back. All entry fees support the local mountain rescue team who marshal the 6.2 km course. The event is open to runners 18 and over.

Lapped trail event at Burrs Country Park in Bury supporting The Sunnywood Project. Multiple lap distances, on course aid station and parking near The Sunnywood Hub.

Join the Eldwick Gala fell race in the South West Pennines, a scenic but testing 3 mile course with 168 m climb and short junior races. Limited to 200 runners, this community event blends tough trails and festival fun.

Support the local mountain rescue team by running or walking through the scenic Yorkshire Dales with a choice of three routes starting from Kettlewell Village.

A coastal out and back run from the Ship Inn at Sewerby along cliffs and through Danes Dyke to Flamborough. Distances include 10k, half marathon and marathon with feed stations about every 3 miles and a hot meal at the finish.

Run a scenic coastal trail near Widdrington that's a bit longer than a standard 10K. Enjoy a relaxed event with live music and food vendors after the run. The course is open to runners and walkers alike.

Participate in this English Fell Running Championship counter in Mungrisdale. This 13 km category AM race features 825 m of ascent and requires navigation skills for the high fell terrain.

Run a scenic 10K on a private woodland estate near Whitby. The trail route passes historic Mulgrave Castle with coastal views. The chip-timed race finishes with refreshments and a memento for all finishers.

Gategill Fell Race on Wed 1 Jul 2026 in the Lake District is a short steep 3.6 km climb that tests hill running and grit. On the day entries only, wear grippy shoes and enjoy refreshments as proceeds support the local community.