Trail Running calendar near Braithwaite 2025-2026

The Jeffrey's Mount Figure of Eight on Sat 11 Apr 2026 in the Lake District is a classic 7.8 km fell race with 530 m of climb that rewards stamina and navigation. On the day entry is £8 and proceeds support Macmillan Cancer Support.

Tackle the classic Wardle Skyline, a scenic fell race in the South West Pennines on Sat 11 Apr 2026. The 11.3 km route climbs 381 m from Wardle Square and accepts pre entries and same day entry for runners after a spirited hill challenge.

Tackle scenic Lake District trails at Lakeland Trails Hawkshead on 11 April 2026 with 10k and 16k options for runners and walkers. Enjoy panoramic fell views, a famous Coffin Trail climb and a lively finish village.

Explore the wild Howgills from Sedbergh on 12 April 2026 with 10 km, half marathon or full marathon options on scenic trails. Mandatory kit and minimum age 16 apply, and entries include a finisher medal, timing and photos.

Spring in Lakeland on 12 April 2026 in Ambleside is a scenic 23 mile route with about 4,400 ft of ascent through Tarn Hows and Coniston. Open to runners and walkers, the event is full with a waiting list and requires navigation and kit.

Join the Dashing Dog Charity Run in Durham for a scenic trail around the River Wear where you can choose your distance or tackle the 7 hour time challenge. Finishers earn dog themed medals and each entry helps local dog rehoming charities.

Take on a 7 hour timed trail along the River Wear near Durham, flat signed footpaths with cathedral views. Choose your distance from short loops to ultramarathons, walkers welcome and proceeds support local dog rehoming charities.

Enjoy a scenic 10 mile trail around Rivington Village, White Coppice and Wheelton Plantation on 12 April 2026 with chip timing and bespoke finisher medals. Competitive prizes for top and masters age category finishers add extra incentive.

Join the Bunny Run 2 in Haworth on Tue 14 Apr for a lively 3 mile course with 100 m climb across the South West Pennines. Teams welcome, minimum age 12, finishers get a Cadbury Creme Egg and Easter egg prizes with chip butties and pub hospi..

Take on the Ossy Moors Fell Race in Oswaldtwistle on Wednesday 15 April 2026. This lively 5 mile fell course with about 300 m of climb weaves Bowland trails and offers on the day entry for a friendly competitive vibe.

Tackle the Grisedale Grind, a steep 4 km Lake District fell race with a testing 480 m ascent that rewards gutsy climbs. Entry on the day for £7 cash, juniors welcome at Revelin Moss opposite Whinlatter Visitor Centre.

Take on Ranger Ultras PB137km, a 137 km Pennine Bridleway route from West Yorkshire to Cumbria, 16 to 18 April 2026 with a 50 hour cut off. Limited to 20 runners, the well waymarked course has safety teams, checkpoints, hot meals and beds.

Take on the Burnsall 12k Trail Race on Saturday 18 April 2026, part of the Due North Trail series, for a scenic, challenging run through the Yorkshire Dales. Finishers enjoy on course drinks and a post race meal with a bottle of beer.

The Burnsall Trail Half on 18 April 2026 is a scenic, challenging trail through the Yorkshire Dales with riverside paths, stone tracks and about 500 m of climbing. Entries include a post race meal, a bottle of beer and event goodies.

Join the Yorkshire Weekend Saunter in Saltaire on 18 April 2026 for 5K, 10K or half marathon routes along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. Finishers enjoy a jumble medal, hot food and a beer or soft drink, with online and on the day entries.

Enjoy a scenic half marathon through the Yorkshire Dales along riverside paths and rolling climbs with wide views. Finish in Burnsall village with drinks, hearty food and a beer plus race goodies in the Due North series.

Take on the NAV4 Lakes Mountain 40, a rugged 40 mile trail across Lakeland ridges and summits including High Street and Helvellyn. Starts and finishes at Askham and offers a shorter 27 mile option for a big day with less distance.

Take on the Teenager With Altitude fell race in the Lake District, a testing 24.7 km route from Newlands Adventure Centre with about 2300 m of climb across classic Lakeland terrain. Pre entry only, adults 18 and over, teams welcome with pri..

Tackle the stunning slopes of the Newlands Memorial Race in the Lake District, 18.5 km with 1100 m of climb from Newlands Adventure Centre. Pre entry only for adults 18 and over, and a popular counter in the Lakes Grand Prix.

Explore the North York Moors with Swainby Sweep on 19 April 2026, offering scenic 7 miles and 16 miles trail routes from Swainby Village Hall. Expect rugged moorland, forest tracks, checkpoints, feed stations and a race medal for finishers.