Trail Running calendar near Blanchland 2026-2027

A club cross country race on Thursday 6 August 2026 at Old Hall Farm, Gargrave. The senior course is 5 Mile with about 550 ft of ascent on an out and back route along the Pennine Way across Eshton Moor.

A short BOFRA fell race from Arncliffe Village Green with a steep climb to a cairn and a split descent, plus a separate 4 mile road race; junior and senior categories and archived results back to 1991.

A 17 km fell race with 906 m of ascent across the east side of the Duddon Valley, visiting Grey Friar, Coniston Old Man, Dow Crag and White Pike. Mandatory FRA kit and map-and-compass navigation; entry is limited to 200 runners.

An 8-hour looped event at Temple Newsam Park where runners complete as many 5 km laps as possible on mixed terrain; results list laps, distance and time and all finishers receive a medal.

Trail races at Farndale on 9 August 2026 offer three untaped courses from 8.3 to 29 miles. Competitors must navigate with printed maps, carry mandatory safety kit and use provided parking and overnight camper facilities.

A 13.1 mile trail half marathon in the Derwent Valley on 9 August 2026, featuring 1666 ft of elevation and the Clockburn Lonnen in the first mile. The event includes on-course photography, post-run refreshments, a finisher T-shirt and cash..

Experience 13 miles of scenic fells and trails starting from the historic Lowther Castle. This marked course features river crossings and 1400ft of ascent with all proceeds supporting the Eden Valley Hospice.

The Boulsworth Fell Race will take place in Wycoller on Sunday 9 August 2026.

Forestburn is a short fell race near Rothbury on 9 August 2026. The course is about 5.6 km with 150 m of climb and is held at the Gate Pub as part of the Simonside Country Fair.

The Jackhouse Reservoir Trail Race will take place in Accrington on Tuesday 11 August 2026. You can run 5 miles.

Join this classic Keswick fell race in the Lake District on Wed 12 Aug 2026 for a lively 4.7 mile trail challenge with 280 m climb and a summit of Latrigg. On the day entries are welcome, fee £5 and runners must be 16 or older.

A towpath trail event in Saltaire offering distances from 5k to ultra, regular feed stations and a bespoke finisher medal; toilets and nearby train access are available.

A moorland fell race around Ilkley with a 35 km loop and a 21 km point to point option. The unmarked route crosses multiple moors, has two aid stations and requires runners to use a GPX or route map.

Join the Rusland 5, a scenic fell race across Rusland Showfield in the Lake District featuring a 4.8 mile route with 310 m of climb and shorter senior and junior options. Race entry is free; the show costs £5 and accepts entries on the day.

A 6.5 km circular hill race in Oldhamstocks with roughly 200 m of ascent, mostly on rough track with short tarmac sections. Race numbers are issued at the village hall and on the day entry is available for a cash fee.

Trail runs of 5, 10 and 15 miles across the private Lambton Estate in County Durham, with mixed terrain, live chip timing, canicross friendly rules and on-site parking.

A trail half marathon in Morland, Eden Valley, covering 13.6 miles of mixed off road terrain with about 1330 ft of ascent. The largely self navigated route has two checkpoints and a five hour cut off and welcomes runners and walkers.

Join the Keswick Sports Fell Race in the Lake District on Sun 16 Aug 2026 for a punchy 3 mile, 290 m climb course from Fitz Park Cricket Pavilion. Entry on the day and juniors welcome with big prizes for record breakers.

Challenge yourself on the Sedbergh Hills fell race: 14 miles across scenic Yorkshire Dales with roughly 6000 ft of climb, testing endurance and navigation. Pre entry only via SI Entries; post race prizegiving and running camaraderie await.

Join Scarborough AC for an 8.6 mile fell race across the North York Moors, featuring 475 m of climbing and sweeping moorland views. Entry on the day makes this a great spontaneous stop in the Dave Parry Esk Valley summer series.