Trail Running calendar near Blackshaw Head 2025-2026

The Cannock Chase Forest race offers runners a choice of 20, 15, 10, or 5-mile trail distances through the scenic and undulating forest paths of Staffordshire. Known for its beautiful and challenging course featuring hills, the event suits all abilities, from novices to seasoned athletes, making it..

Lakeland Paws Grizedale Growl takes place at Grizedale Forest in Cumbria (LA22 0QJ) on Sunday 8 February 2026, offering two dog-friendly trail options: a 10-kilometre loop with around 260 metres of ascent, and a shorter 6-kilometre route with about 150 metres of vert. Described as the most runnable..

The Manchester Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run, organized by The Fix Events, takes place at Heaton Park in Manchester. This event offers 5k, 10k, and half marathon distances, with the half marathon consisting of four laps plus an additional 1.1 km section on an undulating course mainly on paths, inc..

Windy Hill Fell Race, staged by CraggRunner, starts at the Rams Head Inn in Denshaw, Oldham. The 12-mile winter route climbs over 2,000 feet, threading moorland trails from the Rams Head toward Hollingworth Lake, up to Blackstone Edge, then along a Pennine Way traverse to the Windy Hill Mast before..

Silverdale Circuit 2026 is an off-road running event organized by Ascend Events Ltd. The undulating 19-mile route starts near Milnthorpe in Cumbria and showcases a mix of coast and countryside, with easy M6 access and low-level terrain suitable for February conditions. The route passes Dalham Deer P..

The Billing is a challenging winter trail race held in Rawdon, Leeds, starting at The Emmott Arms. Covering approximately 14km with around 277m of elevation, the course features a fully marked route that ascends The Billing twice, passes through Yeadon, and includes a lap around the Leeds Bradford A..

Whinlatter Moon Runner is a 10k head-torch trail race held at Whinlatter Forest Park near Keswick, Cumbria. The fully marked, hilly course winds through hard-packed gravel tracks, twisting dirt paths, and muddy bridleways inside the forest, suitable for both trail novices and experienced runners. Ni..

Anglezarke Amble Challenge is a West Lancashire LDWA event set in the West Pennine Moors around Rivington, Anglezarke and Turton, an area locals call the “Little Lake District.” The walk offers two distances for walkers: 16 miles (short) and 24 miles (long); runners may only tackle the long route. T..

The Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge in Durham is a flexible running event held at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club along the scenic River Wear, offering views of the Cathedral. Participants can run laps of approximately 4.37 miles (7 km), with options to complete distances from a minimum of 3 km up to ul..

The Winter Railway Ultra is a multi-distance running event held along the scenic banks of the River Severn between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth, UK. The course follows a disused railway line, offering outstanding river views and glimpses of the area's industrial heritage. Participants can choose from d..

Cracoe Cracker Challenge 2026 takes place from Cracoe Village Hall in Cracoe, North Yorkshire (BD23 6LQ). Participants can tackle either a 25‑mile or 12‑mile route that explore the Yorkshire Dales and are open to walkers and runners. The event features a South loop in 2026 to accommodate previous 12..

The Derwent Reservoir 5 & 10 Milers is a popular winter running event held at the scenic Derwent Reservoir on the Durham and Northumberland border. Participants can choose between a 5-mile or 10-mile course that loops around the reservoir, featuring a mix of firm trails, footpaths, grass, and woodla..

SilverBackTrails Lilla’s Revenge is a 10-mile trail running event on the North York Moors National Park, starting from a lay-by on the A171 above Jugger Howe (NZ 945002). The route follows part of the Lykewake Walk path to Lilla Howe, home to Lilla Cross, the Moors’ oldest cross, with a visit to Lou..

The Badger Challenge is a 6-hour running event held at Beacon Hill Country Park in Leicestershire, UK. Participants run multiple laps of a 3.3-mile off-road loop featuring a challenging course with an uphill first half and a downhill second half, offering stunning views. Runners can complete as many..

Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails Night Run takes place in Whinlatter Forest and is Lakeland Paws’ inaugural night-time event. The course offers two options: a fully marked 10k route with about 380m of ascent, and a 5k option with around 200m of ascent. The undulating forest roads and trails are descri..

Ultra Trails' Tibthorpe Loop is a half marathon-style trail race through the Yorkshire Wolds, now in its second edition. The easy-to-navigate, undulating course is not technical and showcases rolling green hills near Tibthorpe, Driffield, with Field House Camping & Coffee Barn serving as the start a..

Chester Ultra 50 is a 50-mile trail ultramarathon staged near Chester, run by GB Ultras. The course climbs about 849 metres and links the North Cheshire Way with the Sandstone Trail, taking in Helsby Hill, Delamere Forest and Frodsham. About 500 places are available, with a 17-hour cut-off.The well-..

South Pennine 24 is an LDWA event held at Dovestone Sailing Club, Dovestone Reservoir, Greenfield (OL3 7NE), on the South Pennine Moors. The 24-mile route covers about 3,900 ft of ascent and traverses a mix of wild moorland, well-graded footpaths and bridleways, offering dramatic views of the Dark P..

Cloud Nine is a scenic and challenging 9-mile off-road hill race organized by Congleton Harriers, starting in Congleton and ascending to the summit of Bosley Cloud at 1,125 feet before returning via the ancient Bridestones. The race features 1,250 feet of ascent and is categorized as a BM fell race...

The Lincoln Marabank 2026 is a running event held at Burton Waters near Lincoln, featuring a flat, multi-terrain course along the historic Fossdyke canal towpath. Open to runners aged 18 and over, the event offers a 7-hour timed challenge where participants can run distances ranging from a single la..