Trail Running calendar near Blanchland 2026-2027

A pair of A category fell races in the Duddon Valley, featuring an 18 mile / 29 km long route with 1830 m climb and a 10 mile short route. Both require map and compass skills, appropriate kit and pre-entry.

A 10 mile category A fell race in the Duddon Valley on 30 May 2026, climbing about 3000 feet up Dow and Caw. Pre entry only and minimum age 18; map and compass skills plus required mountain kit are essential.

Test yourself on a scenic fell course in the South West Pennines near Kelbrook, 5.5 km with 213 m of climb. On the day entry only, £7, with £2 parking at The Old Barn. Teams welcome and minimum age 16; no junior races.

Peebles Pootle is an offroad walking event around Peebles offering two route options with significant ascent. Checkpoints follow walking opening times but runners may participate.

A two day off road running festival at Grasmere Showground offering trail races, a 24 hour ultra loop and an OMM Lite Trail Quest with solo and team options. Family races and camping are available.

Trail runs at Druridge Bay Country Park in Morpeth offering 5 km and 10 km courses over paths, trails and beach. The event is canicross friendly and supports HospiceCare North Northumberland.

A muddy 5 km obstacle event at Stewart Park, Middlesbrough on 30 May 2026 where participants climb, crawl and slide on a looped course. Entry fees and a minimum £50 fundraising target apply.

A 16 km unmarked hill race in the Lowther Hills with 1200 m of climb, limited to 200 runners. Competitors must carry mandatory kit, bring a refillable cup for water stations, and be prepared to navigate open, pathless terrain.

A fully waymarked 42 km trail around Grasmere and nearby valleys with about 1905 m of ascent. The event provides course drinks, a checkpoint with snacks, tracker hire, mandatory kit checks and a Langdale slate medal at the finish.

An annual walking and running event around Settle in the Yorkshire Dales offering flagged 10k, half marathon and 37k routes, SPORTident timing and fundraising for local and international charities.

A trail event on 31 May 2026 around Ullswater offering three distances. The 33.5 mile ultra includes Lowther and Dalemain loops, the 21.5 mile is a full lake lap, and the 10 mile runs from Pooley Bridge to Glenridding.

Three Ullswater Way trail races in Cumbria offer a 33.5 mile Ultra, a 21.5 mile Trail 20 and a 10 mile Trail 10. Registration is at Jenkins Field in Glenridding and Trail 10 starts at Pooley Bridge.

Experience a multi-terrain running festival along the scenic Cumbrian Coastal path. Choose between an 11.75k, 5k, or a 1 mile family fun run with views of the Lakeland fells and Duddon Estuary.

Experience a 10 km fell race from Hebden Bridge featuring a steep climb to Stoodley Pike across moorland and wooded trails. This marshalled event is open to individuals and teams of three.

Tackle Paddy's Pole fell race in the Bowland fells near Chipping, Lancs, a punchy 6 km with 336 m climb that rewards hill legs. Pre entry is required, entries limited to 140 so book early and consider car sharing as parking is limited.

The Whorlton Run on Wed 3 Jun 2026 is a scenic 11 km challenge in the North York Moors from Swainby Village Hall, mixing road, fell and forest tracks with 427 m of climb. Entry on the day is available so come join the Esk Valley Fell Club S..

Tackle the Otley Chevin fell race on Wed 3 Jun 2026, a classic 3 mile challenge with 210 m of climb across rugged West Yorkshire terrain. Fast, friendly and fiercely competitive, this long running tradition welcomes runners aged 16 plus.

Experience a flat trail run through the Fox Rush Farm Community Woodland with 3k and 5k options. Enjoy chip timed races on established paths organized by New Marske Harriers and receive a burger and medal at the finish.

Bingley Rock up n' Run on 4 June 2026 offers 5 km and 10 km options at 5 Rise Locks, Beck Lane. The route crosses the canal and past participants described a relaxed, friendly finish atmosphere.

A five mile hilly fell race around Kettlewell with grassy tracks, climbs and fast descents. Entry is limited to 100 and fees are £6 for EA affiliated runners and £8 for non affiliated runners.