Trail Running calendar near Boot 2026-2027

Enjoy a weekend of wild Lakeland running at Grasmere with 5km and 10km trail routes that skirt Grasmere and Rydal waters and pass Rydal Caves, with duathlons on Sunday. Canicross friendly with medals, goodies and village finish vibes.

Fremington Frenzy in Reeth is an 11 km trail race with a very steep opening climb, technical descents and a scenic riverside return. Limited to 100 runners, with post race drinks, cakes and a £1 park donation.

Join the NAV4 Daffodil Run & Walk on 28 March 2026 for a scenic out and back from Pooley Bridge to Hallin Fell across mixed trails and open slopes. Solo and family teams are welcome with timing, marshals and village refreshments.

DalesRunner 20 in Reeth on 28 March 2026 is a rugged 20 km Dales outing featuring steep climbs, ridge running and technical descents through mining hushes and grassy trods. Limited to 200 runners, it offers spectacular views and fully stock..

Tackle the wild slopes of Bollihope Carrs in this scenic 10.5 km fell race with 380 m of climb. Expect rough terrain, steep descents and unmarked navigation so come prepared with full FRA kit. Limited to 50 runners for a fell experience.

Take on the Coledale Horseshoe in the Lake District on Sat 28 Mar 2026, a challenging 13.7 km fell race with 1067 m of climbing and stunning mountain views. Pre entry only and limited to 400 runners so book early.

Enjoy the Feisty and Fluffy Phoenix Run in Manchester, a flat off road riverside loop with a minimum 3.28 mile lap or run as far as you can in seven hours. First 50 sign ups who complete a lap earn a limited edition Phoenix soft toy and the..

Tackle Pendle's classic fells from Barley Village Hall with a testing senior course plus junior races for every age group. Enjoy a friendly village vibe, on the day entries and hot refreshments in the hall.

Run the 55 km Dales Traverse along Wainwrights coast to coast route across the North Pennines, Nine Standards and Yorkshire Dales. Self sufficient and scenic, it is a big day challenge finishing beneath Richmond Castle.

Tackle the 80 km Moors Traverse, an ultra following Wainwright’s coast to coast from Ingleby Cross to Robin Hood’s Bay, skirting the North York Moors with about 1,600 m ascent. Supported route with aid stations, maps and coach transfers.

Join a 7 hour timed running challenge along the River Wear with stunning views of Durham Cathedral. Choose distances from short laps to marathon and ultra, enjoy aid stations, vegan options and a goody bag at the finish.

Enjoy scenic, lumpy trails through Whinlatter in this dog friendly 9K or 12K on wide forest tracks with gentle climbs. Routes are marked and chip timed, and dog harnesses and kit are available for those running with their hounds.

Run a scenic multi lap trail along the River Wear with stunning views of Durham Cathedral at Fraggle Run North. Choose distances from 3 km to 50 km or tackle the flexible 7 hour Time Challenge and enjoy on course aid and finisher goodies.

Join the Pete Hartley Memorial Liver Hill fell race on Tue 31 Mar 2026 in the South West Pennines, starting from Marl Pits Sports Centre in Rawtenstall. A punchy 7 km with 250 m climb, open to age 16 and over with entry on the day for £5; j..

Join Winter Hill Runners for Curley's 5km Trail Race on 1 April 2026, a short scenic run around Horwich starting and finishing at the Jolley Crofters pub. A fun off road blast perfect for all abilities and a great excuse for a post run pint..

Tackle 50 miles from Manchester to Liverpool along the Trans Pennine Trail, Manchester Ship Canal and River Mersey on Good Friday. A scenic point to point ultra with checkpoints, live tracking and 14 hour cutoff for a true endurance test.

The Manx Mountain Marathon will take place in Ramsey on Saturday 4 April 2026. You can run 50 kilometers.

Classic Lake District fell run from New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, a sharp 3.5 mile course with 2100 ft of climbing over rough rock and moor. Day entries welcome; bring map, compass and waterproofs for this high country test.

Run the inaugural Halifax Urban Trail, just over 10K from Shibden Hall through Beacon Hill into town, passing Halifax Minster, the Piece Hall and other unique spots. Proceeds support Overgate Hospice.

Join this friendly 3 mile race in Haworth on the South West Pennines, climbing 100 m over a scenic course around the Old Sun Hotel. Every finisher gets a Cadbury's Creme Egg and winners take Easter eggs, with chip butties at the pub after.