Trail Running calendar near Braithwaite 2025-2026

The Hopper at Hamsterley Forest is a timed loop trail with 6 hour, 12 hour and 24 hour formats on 4.1 mile laps with 660 ft climb. On course aid, camping, keepsakes and night running under head torches add to the challenge and atmosphere.

Buckden Pike is Barlick Fell Runners’ classic fell race held on Buckden Pike. The event was first run in 1981, with the route designed by Peter Jebb after Buckden Gala invited him; he and his wife Anne led the race for two decades. In 1987,..

Run a scenic trail half in Kettlewell, Yorkshire Dales, across riverside paths and moorland with steep climbs and great Wharfedale views. Expect about 900 m of ascent, on course support and a generous post race meal.

Run the summer Cheviot Goat, around 50 miles through the remote Cheviot hills from Ingram. Big skies, wild terrain, GPS tracking and a 24 hour time limit make this a true Border country endurance test.

Run a scenic 50 km loop in Lancashire or Yorkshire or combine both into a 100 km figure of eight from Wadsworth Community Centre. Enjoy checkpoint support, hot food, GPS timing and a finishers medal by She Strides.

Run a flat, fully signed trail along the River Wear with cathedral views at Saturn Lord of The Run North, a 7 hour trail event in Durham. Pick from short laps to ultra distances, earn a themed medal with aid stations and vegan options.

Take on the Fountains 10K in picturesque Grantley near Ripon, North Yorkshire, a single loop through Nidderdale's quiet lanes, trails and moorland. Enjoy undulating terrain, a lively village finish with music and a warm welcoming vibe.

Run as far as you like in seven hours along the River Wear with cathedral views at Lord of The Run North. Choose your distance from 3 km up to ultra, enjoy on course aid, themed medals and vegan goody bags.

A short but fierce fell race in Hawkswick, Littondale, with a steep climb to the ridge and a thrilling skyline return featuring a very steep descent. A BOFRA Championship counter that tests pace and grit for juniors and seniors.

Tackle scenic woodland trails in Chopwell Woods on 27 June 2026 with 5, 10 and 15 mile options, canicross friendly so you can bring one controlled dog. Finish to live chip timing, a medal and a burger with beer for a proper celebration.

Take on the Kirkby Gala Fell Race in Kirkby in Furness, a BOFRA Championship counter that climbs to the windmill across scenic fields. Senior course is 3.45 miles / 6.00 km with 750 feet / 240 meters of ascent and includes junior categories..

Soak up sea views on a scenic Northumbrian coastal trail from Barn at the Bay to Hemscott Hill Farm, billed as 10K but closer to 12K across gravel tracks and sandy dunes. Race, run or stroll then relax with live music, food, drinks and llam..

Beat The Bounds in Patterdale traces the parish boundary through the stunning Ullswater valley, with options from a gentle 6 mile family downhill to a bold 28 mile boundary challenge. Held 4 July 2026, proceeds benefit the village school an..

Punk Panther Ultra Unique invites trail runners to bespoke loops from 28.5 to 53 miles around Swinsty Moor with only 50 places for a personal challenge. Navigation is self managed via GPX or map and trackers provide safety.

Scenic 31.7 km circular trail from Muker taking in Kisdon Force, the high moors and the Tan Hill Inn with almost 3,000 ft of climb and sweeping Dales views. Mostly grass and footpath underfoot, so trail shoes are recommended.

Swinner Swagger is a summer fell and trail race around Muker, roughly 15.5 km of sweeping moorland, riverside meadows and rocky gills. Expect rugged terrain, marshalled crossings and warming post race soup and drinks at Usha Gap.

Blacksheep 3 and 6 Hour Challenge takes place in Masham, on the edge of the North Yorkshire Dales. It offers a six‑hour option—running as many laps as you can within the window—and a three‑hour option. The marshalled, signed course blends t..

Run a scenic 10 km trail around Wheelbirks Parlour in Stocksfield, with forest tracks, river crossings and challenging climbs. Finishers get an eco medal and wild flower seeds and can cool down with ice cream at the parlour.

The Lakeland Trails Ultra will take place in Ambleside on Saturday 11 July 2026. You can run between 14 and 100 kilometers.

Tackle the Swirral Grind 850, a challenging uphill only 6 km climb with 850 m ascent to Helvellyn's Swirral Edge. Set in the Lake District UNESCO World Heritage Site, the event includes professional safety support and a quirky seed bomb fin..