Trail Running calendar near Blackpool 2025-2026

Run the Cressbrook Crawl in the Peak District on Sat 9 May 2026, a scenic fell race of 10.5 km with 400 m climb around Cressbrook. Pre entry only via Fabian 4 from The Cressbrook Club, open to runners aged 16 and over.

Tackle the Hardmoors 26.2 White Horse trails at Sutton Bank near Thirsk on 10 May 2026, choosing from marathon, half marathon or 10k courses across dramatic North Yorkshire moorland. Expect rugged climbs, self navigation and a finisher meda..

Finish Lakeland Paws Season 4 at Whinlatter with scenic chip timed 8K and 5K trail routes, the longer topping out at Seat How. Dogs welcome and solo starts give space at the start.

Run through scenic parkland in Avenham Park, Preston on Sunday 10 May 2026 with distances from 10K to ultra within a six hour window. A small field, on course refreshments and bespoke finisher medals make this a friendly, well supported day..

Join the Paddy Buckley recce fun run in Snowdonia on 10 May 2026, tackling 15 km with 1,580 m of ascent. Run in small guided groups led by mountain leaders and enjoy epic scenery plus practical route tips.

Run a scenic 10k through Yarrow Country Park on 10 May 2026, following the River Yarrow amid spring bluebells. The one lap out and back starts by the Flaming Grill Pub and includes chip timing for a relaxed trail experience.

Trunce 3 at Oxspring Playing Field on Mon 11 May 2026 offers a scenic but hilly 6.2 km senior race with 190 m of climb in the Peak District. Entry on the day is £3 with a 3 km over 10 junior race included, part of an eight race series.

Take on the classic Latrigg fell race in Keswick, Lake District on 13 May 2026, a short but steep 3 mile climb with great views. Entry is available on the day for a small fee on a fully flagged route for runners aged 13 and up.

Tackle the Caw fell race in the Lake District on Wednesday 13 May 2026, 9.3 km with 550 m climb from Broughton Mills. Day of race entry, great views and a classic fell running challenge for all abilities.

Take on the classic Shining Tor fell race in the Peak District on 13 May 2026, a scenic 9.4 km challenge with 311 m of climb. Expect rough trails, great views and a friendly fell running atmosphere for adults of all abilities.

Enjoy scenic trail running at Constable Burton Hall on 14 May 2026 with 5km and 10km options across pasture, tracks and woodland. Expect muddy sections, a stream crossing and a friendly post race hot dog to refuel.

Join Rodley Rock up n' Run, a pop up summer series behind the Rodley Barge on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, with 5k and 10k routes to suit all runners. Finish with a jumble medal, hot food and a beer or soft drink in a friendly village vib..

Run the dramatic mountain trails of Eryri Snowdonia as Ultra Trail Snowdonia by UTMB returns to Llanberis from 15 to 17 May 2026, part of the UTMB World Series. Distances span a challenging 25 km up to an epic 164 km, welcoming ambitious ne..

Join the Hayfield May Queen fell race on Fri 15 May 2026 for a lively village run as part of the May Queen celebrations and the 3 Days in May series. Entry is on the day, with all proceeds supporting the May Queen charities.

Holcombe 10 on 16 May 2026 features 10K and 10 mile trail routes from Hare & Hounds through Redisher Woods and up to Peel Tower with sweeping moorland views. Rugged climbs, runnable bridleways and a finisher memento support local youth proj..

Take on scenic Dales trails from 13 to 50 miles around Skipton. Punk Panther Skipton Skedaddle packs rugged climbs, limestone views and a welcoming ultra vibe for runners seeking a spring challenge.

Take on the Sedbergh Fell Race on 16 May 2026 for a stiff climb up Winder and a thrilling descent back to The Showfield. Senior and junior races welcome with entries available on the day.

Old County Tops is a Lake District fell race at New Dungeon Ghyll in Great Langdale on 16 May 2026. Expect a long, demanding 59 km mountain course with 3050 m of climb, raced in pairs for a thrilling test of endurance and navigation.

Tackle the Mark Boulton Memorial Mount Famine fell race in the Peak District on Sat 16 May 2026. This testing 8 km course climbs 564 m and rewards strength, skill and grit on rough moorland.

Run the Shropshire Historic 50K from Telford Town Park to The Quarry Park in Shrewsbury on 16 May 2026, via Ironbridge, Buildwas Abbey and Wroxeter Roman City. Officially measured with chip timing, nutrition stations and free photos.