Trail Running calendar near Boot 2025-2026

Take on a Pennines fell race Sun 15 Feb 2026 at Booth Cricket Club, a testing 8 km with 381 m climb over moorland that needs some navigation. Pre entry or entry on the day up to 100 runners; full body cover required and parking limited.

Explore scenic trails around Cracoe in the Yorkshire Dales with 12 or 25 mile options for walkers and runners. Places are limited and the event is currently full with a waiting list, with checkpoints, hot drinks and a finish meal to reward..

Take on the Flower Scar Fell Race on 21 February 2026 in Todmorden, a challenging 13 km course with 660 m of ascent over steep moorland and fast paths. Winter conditions demand full FRA mandatory kit and pre entry is essential.

Enjoy scenic winter trail running around Derwent Reservoir with 5 and 10 mile routes weaving through woodland, firm trails and grassy sections. The 5 mile is canicross friendly so bring one controlled dog for a shared adventure.

Take on the Chester Ultra 50, a scenic 50 mile trail ultramarathon near Chester on 28 Feb 2026 through Helsby Hill, Delamere Forest and the Sandstone Trail. Expect rugged terrain, about 849m ascent and limited places.

Take on the South Pennine 24 on 28 February 2026, a challenging 24 mile winter route across Dark Peak moorland from Dovestone Reservoir. Suited to experienced walkers and runners, with checkpoints, flexible starts and a ten hour limit.

Light up Whinlatter Forest with a headtorch in the Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails Night Run, choosing 5k or 10k undulating trail routes. Dogs are welcome with up to two per runner and individual starts for a relaxed, chip timed night event.

The Phoenix Running - Stretford will take place in Stretford on Saturday 28 February 2026. You can run 3 miles.

Tackle Ilkley Moor Fell Race on 1 March 2026, an exhilarating 8 km single lap across rugged moorland with 401 m climb. Limited to 400 runners, this classic AS fell challenge pairs raw scenery with steep, rewarding climbs.

Tackle a muddy multi terrain 10K through Ripon countryside on 1 March 2026 and enjoy a friendly chip timed race that supports St Wilfrid's School. A single lap course welcomes club runners and families with a 1K fun run for kids.

Join the Saint Michael's Harrogate 10K & 5K on 1 March 2026 for a scenic trail run supporting North Yorkshire Hospice Care. Limited to 1,000 places, family friendly 5K entries are free for ages 6 to 15 when accompanied by an adult.

Tackle high moorland trails around Saddleworth reservoirs on self navigated routes of 25 km, 44 km or 60 km, with boggy ground, tracks and checkpoints to visit in order. Live tracking, on course support and a post event meal included.

Run under starry skies in the Trail Outlaws Dark Skies Run series, with night trail races at Kielder Waterside and other certified Dark Sky areas. Choose from ultra, mid distance and 10K options for a magical night on the trails.

The Stan Bradshaw Pendle Round on Sat 7 Mar 2026 is a classic fell race around Pendle offering Pennine ridges and wide views. About 9.4 miles with 545 m of climb, pre entries and day entries are welcome for a rewarding spring challenge.

Challenging trail ultra around Morland covering about 29 miles and 3,000 ft of climbing through Eden Valley and the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Expect meadows, waterfalls, cairns and historic villages on largely off road, scenic terrain.

Run a muddy, hilly 5k through Hamsterley Forest with natural obstacles and a fun, small field vibe. Open to runners and dogs, entries capped at 50 and finishers get medals and photos.

Granny's Bay Challenge on 8 March 2026 in Lytham St Annes offers a scenic, flat 5.24 mile estuary loop. This 6 hour timed event lets you run as many laps as you like and earn an official time and medal after one lap; entries limited to 100.

Take on the Roddlesworth Roller, a scenic 9 km trail around lakes and through woods on good paths and roads. Held at Abbey Village on 8 March 2026, this friendly community race welcomes all ages and raises funds for the school PTA.

Take on the classic Carrock Fell race in the Lake District, a 9 km challenge with 500 m of ascent across rugged fells. Entry is on the day with low fees for members and non members, parking on the field when dry and a friendly fell running..

Haworth Hobble is a classic March fell ultra across rugged moorland around Haworth and Hebden Bridge, offering a true off road challenge. Expect wintry, remote terrain, mandatory kit and navigation with no GPS but live trackers.