Trail Running calendar near Boot 2025-2026

Run a scenic Half Marathon or 10 km through quiet country lanes of the Lorton Valley with Lake District views, starting and finishing near Cockermouth. Friendly event with live chip timing, medals and post race goodies for all finishers.

Take on the Windy Hill Fell Race, a 12 mile moorland challenge with over 2000 feet of ascent starting and finishing at the Rams Head in Denshaw. Rugged winter trails require full fell kit and the finish offers hot soup and a runners meal.

Run the Whinlatter Moon Runner 10k under head torches through Whinlatter Forest near Keswick. A very hilly, waymarked night trail with eco friendly touches, a keepsake memento, free photos and wildflower seeds.

Discover the Little Lake District on the Anglezarke Amble, a scenic challenge across Rivington, Anglezarke and Turton Moors with 16 or 24 mile routes. Expect reservoir views, moorland climbs and welcoming checkpoint refreshments.

The Billing is a winter trail around Rawdon and the Leeds Bradford Airport perimeter, about 14 km of undulating trails with memorable climbs and winter views. Limited to 100 runners, the marked course asks for trail shoes and your own water..

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 o..

Tackle steep climbs, rough moor and fast paths at the Flower Scar Fell Race near Todmorden, a challenging 13.3 km with 660 m of ascent. Winter conditions require full FRA winter kit, with prizegiving and hot food at Todmorden Cricket Club.

Join walkers and runners for the Cracoe Cracker Challenge 2026, a scenic 25 miles or 12 miles route through the Yorkshire Dales from Cracoe Village Hall. Limited places make this a popular event and new entries are on a waiting list.

Take on scenic trails around Derwent Reservoir with 5 mile and 10 mile routes through woodlands, firm paths, and grassy tracks. Enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal and Wild Deer swag, with the 5 mile open to canicross runners with your dog.

On 28 February 2026 tackle 24 miles and about 3,900 ft of ascent across the wild Dark Peak and South Pennine Moors, starting and finishing at Dovestone Reservoir. Enjoy scenic moorland trails, staffed checkpoints and warm soup at finish.

Tackle the Chester Ultra 50, a 50 mile trail race around Chester weaving through Helsby Hill, Delamere Forest and the Sandstone Trail. Expect varied terrain, live GPS tracking and a supported course with seven checkpoints.

Experience a magical night run through Whinlatter Forest with fully marked, chip timed 5k and 10k routes under head torch light. Bring up to two dogs or go solo on mellow trails and forest roads in this family friendly Lakeland Paws event.

Join the Muddy Boots 10K in Ripon, a chip timed, scenic multi terrain 10 km that winds through countryside and farmland. Limited to 500 runners, it raises funds for St Wilfrid's school and includes a fun 1 km run for kids.

Challenge yourself on Ilkley Moor at the Ilkley Moor Fell Race on 1 March 2026. This testing 8 km fell course features steep, rocky descents and requires prior experience, with junior races held on the same day.

Scenic but demanding trail runs across Saddleworth moorland and reservoirs in three distances that require navigation to checkpoints. Entries include timing, refreshments and a post event meal, with medical and mountain rescue on standby.

Born 2B Wild III is a 5k (ish) trail race set in Hamsterley Forest, open to participants of all abilities. The route promises an immersive nature experience with mud, hills, and obstacles, and may include follow-the-trail sections. The even..

Celebrate the 40th Two Crosses Circuit on 8 March 2026 from Greenmount, with scenic routes across Western Pennine reservoirs and moors. Choose 26 or 18 mile options for runners and walkers and enjoy a challenging countryside adventure.

Take on the Granny's Bay Challenge in Lytham St Annes, a scenic 6 hour timed event along the Ribble estuary with coastal views and a flat tarmac course. Only 100 places available and a medal awaits anyone completing one lap.

Take on the CBTE Morland Marathon on 8 March 2026, a scenic 30 mile trail near Penrith through the Eden Valley and along the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Expect 3000 ft of climbing, varied off road terrain, GPS tracking and a finisher shirt..

Run the Punk Panther Welcome Way on 14 March 2026 in Otley, a scenic trail through moorland, rivers, canals, reservoirs, farmland and woodland. Pick distances from 13 to 50 miles and help celebrate Punk Panther's 100th event with fellow tra..