Trail Running calendar near Blanchland 2026-2027

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.

A unique Lake District fell race that includes a section through historic mine tunnels and ascends two mountain summits. Covering over 6km with 1500m of ascent, it requires helmets and headtorches. Open to ages 16 and up.

Explore a classic 37-mile section of the Pennine Way on this trail adventure. The route passes stunning features like High Cup Nick and Crossfell, with a sociable, small-group atmosphere. Coach transport from the finish to the start is incl..

A classic fell race set within the vibrant Oakworth gala. The 9 km course offers steep climbs, fast descents, and a well-marshalled route. It's a family-friendly day out with separate children's races and gala entertainment.

This FRA fell race supports the air ambulance charity with a scenic 24 km route over Cross Fell, the highest peak in the Pennines. Starting from Garrigill, runners navigate a lasso course with 680 m of climb. Refreshments are provided, and..

This classic Lakeland fell race takes place during the Langdale Gala. The short but steep course climbs alongside Dungeon Ghyll on rough terrain. It's a challenging test for senior runners aged 17 and over.

Fell race on 5 July 2026 around Skiddaw in the Lake District, based at Keswick Cricket Club. The course is 15.4 km with 960 m of ascent and entry on the day is accepted for a fee of £10.

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.

A 9 km fell race near Stanhope, Co Durham on 7 July 2026 with about 300 m of climb. Entry on the day is available for £5 and the race counts as a counter in the North East Fell Running Championships.

Seat Sandal is a Grasmere fell race on 8 July 2026, covering 7.4 km with 700 m of climb through classic Lake District terrain. Day entry only keeps it friendly yet competitive; bring fell kit for steep flagged ascents and technical descents..

A marked high moor fell race of about 7 miles with 366 m of climb in the South/West Pennines on 8 July 2026. Registration is at the Packhorse Inn car park, pre entry is via SiEntries and on the day entry may be limited to 120.

Take on the Borrowdale School Bash up Bessyboot in the Lake District: a short but fierce 5.2 km with 456 m of climb, offering stunning fell views and a real challenge. Entry on the day, with beer and a burger for every finisher.

A three leg fell relay at Danefield Park near Otley on 8 July 2026. Each leg is 4.8 km with 170 m of climb and teams of three compete across male, female and mixed categories.

Join this Beacon Hill fell race on Thu 9 Jul 2026 at Lordenshaw car park, Rothbury. A testing 6.6 mile course with 410 m of climb, entry on the day and teams of three welcome for a spirited summer challenge.

Multi-distance trail event around Ambleside with fully waymarked ultra courses, validated GPX files, GPS tracking for the 100k and compulsory kit checks for the ultra distances.

A trail ultra along Saint Cuthbert's Way from Wooler Youth Hostel, offered in *100 km* and *45 mile* formats, with live GPS tracking, five timed aid checkpoints, tidal cutoffs for the 100 km route, and on-site accommodation and coach option..

A long mountain fell race around Wasdale covering 34 km with 2750 m ascent. Pre entry only with a 250 runner limit, full FRA kit is mandatory and a provided tracker must be carried.

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.

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.