Trail Running calendar near Bishopthorpe 2025-2026

Take on the Fellrunner at Heptonstall Festival, a scenic 9.5 km fell race with about 500 m of climb in the South West Pennines. Finish to live music, food stalls and a free pint; entry on the day £7.

Tackle a classic Peak District fell race from Warslow Village Hall: 10 km with 675 m of climb across moorland and steep trails. Expect challenging ascents, sweeping views and a friendly village atmosphere.

Enjoy the Coal Aston Gala Chase, a 4.7 mile off road trail through Moss Valley with woodland, farmland and a small ford to keep things lively. A 1.4 mile family fun run welcomes kids and every finisher gets free cake.

Scenic 10 km fell race near Great Hucklow in the Peak District with about 335 m ascent across moorland, cloughs and tricky underfoot sections. Village run event with team prizes, free flapjacks at the finish and local fundraising.

The Lyme Half Marathon is a scenic trail run from Lyme Hall over Kerridge Ridge and the Gritstone Trail, returning along the Macclesfield Canal. Fully marked with aid stations, timing and photos, finishers get a bespoke medal or can opt to..

Tackle the Cross Fell Race in Garrigill on 5 July 2026, a scenic 24 km fell challenge climbing to Cross Fell and the source of the River Tees. Run under FRA rules, this charity event supports the local air ambulance and village hall with po..

Choose from 10K, 22K or 50K trail routes around Tittesworth Reservoir and enjoy rugged moorland, climbs and wide water views. Chip timing, aid stations, a unique themed medal, free race photos and a lively event village await.

Join Race 3 of the Jane Tomlinson Canal Race Series in Methley, Leeds on 7 July 2026, a flat 5 km towpath run raising funds for the Jane Tomlinson Appeal. The finale features a 1.5 mile fun run, medals, prizes, BBQ and raffle.

Join the Stoodley Pike fell race at Todmorden on 7 July 2026 for a sharp 5 km challenge with 213 m of climb and stunning moorland views. On the day entries welcome for £5, minimum age 14; car sharing is requested.

Join the 20 Barriers fell race in Carnforth on Tue 7 Jul 2026 for a testing 8 km with about 160 m climb across classic Bowland terrain. Entry on the day is £10 and proceeds go to local charities; the race is UK Athletics insured.

Try the Saltwell Harriers Fell Race near Stanhope, County Durham, a scenic 9 km with about 300 m of climb through rugged Northumberland hills. On the day entries available for £5, a welcoming but testing run for fell runners.

Take on the Black Rocks Fell Race on 8 July 2026, a scenic 9.9 km fell run around Cromford Moor with 250 m of ascent. Mostly on good trails, the route starts and ends at Cromford Meadows and entries are limited to 300 with advance booking.

Tackle a classic 7 mile fell race from the Packhorse Inn in Widdop, set across scenic South Pennine ridges with about 366 m of climb. Entries open for pre entry and on the day if space remains, with teams welcome and junior races available.

Challenge yourself on the undulating 6.4 km Thurlstone Chase in the Peak District on 9 July 2026, starting and finishing at Thurlstone Football Club. Enjoy a friendly village vibe, a small field and a cash bonus for any new course records.

Sithee at Slawit Again is a scenic but testing trail run from Slaithwaite along the Huddersfield canal, including a 3.5 mile tunnel under the Pennines. Bring a reusable cup as stations are provided and finishers receive a bespoke medal.

Take on the New Embsay Fell Race on Sat 11 Jul: a punchy 2.5 mile course with 195 m of climb through the Yorks Dales. Part of the village fete, enjoy entertainment and refreshments and easy on the day entry for a fun community challenge.

Join the Charlesworth & Chisworth Carnival Fell Race on 11 July 2026 in the Peak District for a punchy 5 km course with 180 m of climb that rewards grit and speed. Family friendly with junior races and low entry fees for a lively summer run..

Take on the Lyke Wake Challenge 2026, a point to point crossing of just over 40 miles between Osmotherley and Ravenscar along an unmarked moorland route. Finishers receive a technical t shirt and help support local mountain rescue.

Run the Eight Stations Ultra, a scenic 30 mile trail from Whitby to Pickering that follows railway lines and passes eight stations. Partly self navigational with GPX and checkpoints, this muddy route rewards finishers with a medal and tee.

Minninglow March is a 17-mile, 2,000‑ft elevation trail-running quest based in Parwich, Derbyshire Dales, a pretty village north of Ashbourne. The clockwise route climbs limestone lanes to Minninglow Hill, then Harborough Rocks, before a de..