Trail Running calendar near Blanchland 2026-2027

Pinhaw is an 8 km fell race on 8 May 2026 near Earby in the South/West Pennines, climbing about 213 m. Entry is available both in advance and on the day with modest fees.

A fully way marked 47 mile trail around Lake Windermere, open to runners and walkers with 24 hours to complete. The route has GPS support, five aid stations, a halfway bag drop, a finishers meal and a locally sourced medal.

Canicross at Dodd Wood on 9 May 2026 with two marked, chip timed loops and views over Bassenthwaite Lake. Choose an 8K route with 370 m ascent or a 5K route with 210 m ascent; two dogs per runner are allowed on wide sections.

Cottam Canter on 9 May 2026 is based at the UCLAN Sports Arena and uses a 5K loop along the Lancaster canal and through Haslam Park. Distances from 5K to ultra are offered, with an ultra time limit of six hours.

A 14 mile AL-category fell race from Downham across seven of Pendle’s cloughs, with 4100 ft of ascent, mandatory FRA kit checks and checkpoint cut-offs on rough, trackless moorland.

Experience a classic 14.5 km fell race starting and finishing at Rydal Hall in Ambleside. This clockwise horseshoe route features over 900 meters of elevation across the scenic Lakeland fells.

A coastal marathon on 9 May 2026 covering 26.2 Miles from Lower Burnmouth to Lindisfarne via Berwick, beaches and the Pilgrims causeway. The event requires running only, includes a causeway cut off at 19 miles and a six hour limit.

A senior fell race on 9 May 2026 at Lupton Fields, Sedbergh School, run under Fell Runners Association rules with a fully flagged route and marshals. Entry is for adults aged 18 and over and the entry fee is £2.

A trail race day at Sutton Bank on 10 May 2026 offering Marathon, Half Marathon and 10k courses with downloadable maps, mandatory safety kit and published ascent and time limits; entries are capped and the event operates a no-refund policy.

Final event of Lakeland Paws Season 4 at Whinlatter with fully marked forest and trail courses. Two options, an 8K summit loop and a 5K shorter route, chip timed and with harnesses available for dogs.

A multi-distance running event in Avenham Park, Preston on 10 May 2026, featuring hard-surface loops through local parklands. Distances range from 10K to ultra with a six hour ultra limit; entries capped at 52.

A fell running event in the North York Moors on 10 May 2026 covering 18.2 km with 950 m of ascent. Entry is on the day for cash only and teams of three are allowed.

A countryside trail run in Scorton on Sunday 10 May 2026 offering 15 km and 10 km routes through rolling trails and woodlands. Chip timing, aid stations, medical cover and finisher medal with technical t-shirt are provided.

A 10 km trail race in Chopwell Woods with an unconventional staggered start where runners choose when to begin and the clock runs continuously. Entrants must be 16 or older and entries are handled through SiEntries.

Run the Jack Bloor Race in Ilkley on 12 May 2026, a scenic 8.4 km challenge with 350 m of climbing through the York Dales. Entry on the day, teams welcome, small fee and all proceeds support the Jack Bloor Memorial Fund.

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.

Stately Trails at Constable Burton Hall offers 5km, 10km and a 5km walk on estate trails through fields, tracks and woodland, with a stream crossing and potential muddy sections.

A pop up summer run in Rodley with 5k and 10k routes behind the Rodley Barge Pub on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal. Entry can be paid on the evening or online, and runners receive a jumble medal plus food and drink.

A three day outdoors sports festival in Keswick featuring swim, bike, run, hike, triathlon and adventure events alongside live music, speakers and an exhibitor village. Camping and practical event information are provided.