Trail Running calendar near Blackburn 2026-2027

Experience fell running at Sale Fell with races for all ages including a six mile senior route and various junior distances. Enjoy a chip timed event featuring trophies for top finishers and age category winners.

Experience a scenic 10km trail race through ancient woodlands and moorland in the heart of North Yorkshire. Enjoy breathtaking valley views and a well-marshalled route that supports local charities.

Experience the landscape of the Shropshire and Mid Wales border with 10 or 16 mile routes for walkers and runners. Enjoy a scenic journey through moorlands and woods finishing on the historic Offa’s Dyke National Trail.

Join this free annual event traversing the Yorkshire Three Peaks to support ANDYSMANCLUB. Enjoy a supported route with a complimentary hot breakfast after the first peak and optional camping at Holme Farm.

Test your endurance at MacTuffX Blackburn through a series of timed intervals. Choose between individual or team entries for repeated distances of 400m or 800m in this high intensity fitness event.

Trail half marathon and 10K in Whinlatter Forest on 24 May 2026. Firm, technical forest terrain with steep climbs, live chip timing, canicross friendly and finishers receive a medal, drink and snack.

A short, classic fell race in Coniston featuring a steep climb and a rapid descent over scree. The 1.6 km course is a BOFRA Championship counter, with categories from Under 9 to Seniors. Parking is available nearby for a fee.

Take on the Glaramara Fell Race on Sun 24 May 2026 in the Lake District, starting from Glaramara Outdoor Centre at Seatoller. The 8 km course packs 700 m of climb and entry on the day is free with donations to charity.

Enjoy a lively 6.5 km hill run on Mynydd Myfyr near Oswestry with mixed terrain and 150 m of climbing, supporting Trefonen Hill Walk Weekend. Entry on the day welcome; scenic views and prizes make it a rewarding spring challenge.

Choose your own distance on a flat, scenic 5.3km loop along the River Mersey. This timed event gives you 7 hours to run as many laps as you like, from a single lap to an ultra. Every participant earns a finisher's medal.

Experience a 13 km fell race through the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park. Enjoy a well marked route and various junior distances held alongside a traditional village street market with food and entertainment.

Tackle a scenic 4.5 mile fell race with 305 m of climbing around Bamford in the Peak District on Monday 25 May 2026. Part of the lively Bamford sheepdog trial festival, the event pairs fast trails with rural festivities and offers pre entry..

This fell race in Great Harwood covers 8.8 km with 300m of climb, starting at the New Showfield. It is part of the Great Harwood Show, and entry includes admission to the show. The event is for seniors aged 18+ only.

Join a small group for a guided 14 mile trail run through the North York Moors. Starting in Thornton le Dale, this social adventure explores woodland streams and wild moorland at an accessible pace.

Take on the Stanhill Fell Race on Wed 27 May 2026 in Stanhill, Lancashire, a sharp 8 km fell challenge through the Bowland hills with roughly 250 m of climb. Finish at the Britannia Tap and Grill for friendly post race banter and local beer..

Experience the inaugural Bluebell's Revenge fell race featuring an 8.9 km figure-of-eight course around the Chevin. This FRA-licensed event offers 315 meters of climbing and concludes with social food and drinks at the Bluebell Inn.

Experience a unique 5K or 3K run at Bowdon Rugby Club featuring woodland trails, inflatable obstacles, and drink stations. This 18 plus event combines fitness and fun with onsite amenities and a completion medal for all participants.

Enjoy a scenic run through the Yorkshire countryside with 5K 10K and Half Marathon options. Participants receive a medal hot food and a drink at this welcoming event in Bingley.

Test your endurance in the heart of the Peak District with 55 km or 101 km ultra-trail routes. Experience a mix of high moors and river valleys starting from the historic Bakewell Showground.

Test your mountain skills at the Duddon Valley Fell Race with 10 or 18 mile category A courses. Navigate technical terrain and significant climbs through the scenic English Lake District peaks starting from Seathwaite.