Trail Running calendar near Braithwaite 2025-2026

Take on Clough Head in the Kong Winter Series, a punchy fell race in the Lake District on 7 February 2026. Expect about 7.3 km with 570 m of climb over rugged quarry and mountain terrain for a thrilling winter challenge.

Take on The Beast, a tough 19.3 mile fell race around Hebden Bridge with 1110 m of climb that demands navigation skill and mandatory kit. Limited entries and parking make this a serious winter challenge for experienced runners.

Run the North Lakes Half or 10km in Cockermouth this February 2026, on quiet lanes through the Lorton Valley with a town centre start and finish. Chip timing, a finisher medal and Wild Deer merchandise await in this friendly, scenic race.

Join the Lakeland Paws Grizedale Growl on 8 February 2026 for 6K or 10K chip timed runs through scenic Grizedale Forest. Bring up to two dogs on suitable harnesses or run solo for a friendly, well marked trail challenge.

The The Big Victory will take place in Snaefell on Sunday 8 February 2026. You can run 23 kilometers.

Tackle a scenic 10 mile point to point along Northumberland beaches and cliff trails. Enjoy live timing, a finisher medal and free photos; book your shuttle to the start.

Take on the Whinlatter Moon Runner, a night time 10k in Whinlatter Forest Park on 14 February 2026, navigating hilly, twisting trails by head torch under the stars. Finish with mementos, photos, prizes and a warm café.

Explore Rivington, Anglezarke and Turton moors in the Anglezarke Amble Challenge from Rivington Village Hall. Choose a 24 mile or a 16 to 17 mile route with checkpoints, finish food and a certificate for a memorable moorland adventure.

Tackle a classic Bleasdale fell race on Saturday 14 February 2026, an 8 km loop with about 381 m of ascent across muddy farmland and steep rough ground. Expect exposed high terrain and mandatory waterproofs, map and compass.

A 7 hour timed run along the River Wear in Durham with cathedral views and looped laps from 3 km to 50 km. Aid stations, vegan options and finisher medals make it friendly for all abilities.

Take on the scenic Glentress Trail Marathon in Tweed Valley Forest Park on Sunday 15 February 2026, two laps of a 21k circuit with about 1,260 m ascent. Expect forest tracks, singletrack and mountain bike trails plus on-site cafe and shower..

Run the Tweed Valley at the Glentress Trail Races on 15 February 2026 with 21k, 10k and 5k waymarked courses through forest singletrack, gravel and moorland. No navigation experience is needed so you can focus on the views and the challenge..

Smurf Run North is a 7 hour time challenge along the River Wear with gorgeous Durham Cathedral views. Run 3 km to ultra, earn a themed medal and enjoy riverside trails with aid stations and vegan snacks.

Tackle Midgley Moor on 15 February 2026, a 5 mile fell race near Halifax across moorland with steep climbs and navigation challenges. Pre entry or on the day entries; FRA kit is mandatory and teams of three welcome.

Run Glentress on 15 February 2026 with 42 km, 21 km, 10 km or a new 5 km option across the scenic Tweed Valley forest. Expect flowing singletrack, panoramic climbs and fully marked routes that suit a range of abilities.

Take on the Cracoe Cracker Challenge on 21 Feb 2026 with 12 or 25 mile routes through the Yorkshire Dales from Cracoe Village Hall. Well stocked checkpoints and a finish meal welcome runners and walkers 16+.

Tackle the Flower Scar Fell Race in Todmorden, a 13.3 km route with 660 m ascent over steep climbs, moor and fast Pennine paths. Expect rough terrain, strict winter kit rules and post race food and prizes.

Join a scenic 5 mile or 10 mile run around Derwent Reservoir on 22 Feb 2026, featuring trails, woodland and a full reservoir lap on closed roads for the 10 mile. Finishers get a medal, Wild Deer merchandise and snacks, and the 5 mile allows..

Take on Mr Sparkle's Dark Un, an 8.1 km night fell race around Tockholes with stiff climbs, open moorland and muddy descents under headtorch light. Limited to 100 runners, entry supports Bolton Mountain Rescue and the Red Cross.

Run under the stars at Whinlatter Forest on 28 Feb 2026 with Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails Night Run offering 5 km and 10 km routes. Bring up to two dogs or go solo, pack a head torch and enjoy a chip timed, marked forest course.