Trail Running calendar near Braithwaite 2025-2026

Tackle a classic Cumbrian fell at Blake Fell Race starting from The Leaps in Kirkland on Saturday 24 January 2026. The senior route is a tough 9.5 km with 429 m of ascent and junior races for a range of ages.

Run Petzl Night Runner Rivington on Winter Hill at night, the series finale with reflective course signs and radio mast views. Pick 10k or half on rough off road terrain, earn a glow in the dark medal and bring kids for a free 1k.

Run under dark skies in Kielder Forest on a 10 km night trail with 246 m of climbing, tackling short steep climbs and the zig zags of Simons Tester. Enjoy a fast finishing descent plus on the night prizes and series points.

Tackle Lakeland terrain at the Kong Winter Series BOS fell race on 24 January 2026 at Braithwaite Lodge. Part of Kong Running's 10th winter series running in reverse, expect tough climbs and a friendly atmosphere.

The That's Lyth will take place in Kendal on Sunday 25 January 2026.

Experience a 17 km night trail through atmospheric Kielder Forest with sweeping climbs and flowing descent on mountain bike trails. Perfect for adventurous runners seeking a scenic challenge and series points in the Shadowlands Race Series.

Explore scenic, undulating forest trails around Grizedale with marathon and half marathon options on Sunday 1 February 2026. Enjoy lakeside views and varied terrain on a welcoming course, entries often fill quickly.

Explore ancient ruins and formal gardens at Fountains Abbey World Heritage Site with 5 km, 10 km or half marathon trail options. Canicross friendly and chip timed, finishers get bespoke medals and Wild Deer merch amid unforgettable scenery.

Tackle an epic 75 mile self supported challenge from Skipton Castle to Appleby Market Cross along Lady Anne's Way, across classic Dales scenery. Expect winter kit requirements and 15 to 30 hours to finish.

Tackle 23 miles of scenic moorland around Guiseley on 7 Feb 2026, taking in Rombalds Moor and Ilkley Moor. A challenging, hilly one lap trail with limited entries for a true adventurous day out.

Take on the winter Pendle Way In A Day from Barley, Lancashire on 7 February 2026, choosing a full 45 mile route or a shorter 30 mile option across the South Pennines. Expect waymarked trails, big climbs and a true winter ultra atmosphere.

Tackle scenic but rugged trails around Harrogate and through Nidd Gorge at the Punk Panther Harrogate Hustle on 7 February 2026. Choose from a half marathon, 20 mile or 34 mile course with big climbs and full aid support.

The Duergar Nightcrawler is a 10 mile night trail through the wild Simonside Hills near Rothbury, offering a thrilling under the stars run. Torches are required and every entrant enjoys a warm cup of mulled wine to celebrate.

Join the Lakeland Paws Grizedale Growl on 8 February 2026 at Grizedale Forest for chip timed 10K and 6K runs on wide forest trails. Dog friendly with up to two dogs per runner, this scenic event blends challenge and great views.

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.

Run under moonlit skies in the Whinlatter Moon Runner, a head torch 10k through the hilly trails of Whinlatter Forest on 14 February 2026. Expect twisting singletrack, frosty footing and a friendly, eco minded race vibe.

Join the Anglezarke Amble, a scenic challenge from Rivington across moorland to Winter Hill and reservoirs. Pick 17 miles or 24 miles where runners may use the longer route, enjoy checkpoints with refreshments and a finisher's certificate.

Glentress Trail Marathon is a demanding mountain-trail race held in Glentress Forest in the Scottish Borders, between Peebles and Innerleithen, about an hour from Edinburgh. Runners complete two 21k laps of the Glentress route, totaling aro..

Glentress Trail Races sit in Glentress Forest near Peebles in the Scottish Borders, about an hour from Edinburgh. The event offers three distances: 21km, 10km and a new 5km for 2026. The 21k course combines forest singletrack and MTB trail..

Smurf Run North offers a 7 hour time challenge along the River Wear with cathedral views, letting you tackle distances from 3 km to ultra. Finishers get themed medals, distance pins and a tasty goody bag with vegan options.