Trail Running calendar near Bury 2025-2026

Experience a scenic point to point half marathon along canal towpaths from Wolverhampton to Brindley Place, with varied surfaces, a unique 360m tunnel and floating water stations. Chip timed finishers get a bespoke medal and T shirt.

Take on Patterdale's historic parish boundary on a challenging high level route with navigation, options from a family downhill to a 28 mile epic. Proceeds benefit Patterdale school and church.

Take on the Peak District Ultra Challenge from Bakewell basecamp on 4 to 5 July 2026, with routes from a 10 mile loop to a full 100 km ultra. Options for walkers and fast Trailblazer runners plus camping, rest stops, medical care and finish..

Join July the Turd on 4 July 2026 in Ironbridge valley for marathon, 16 mile and 8 mile options over scenic tracks, paths and road. Friendly atmosphere, on site parking and bling for all finishers make it a great summer challenge.

DalesRunner 30 is a scenic 31.7 km trail loop around Muker on 4 July 2026, with almost 3,000 ft of ascent through classic Dales moorland, rivers and sweeping fell views. Limited to 200 runners, it mixes rough trods and Pennine Way sections,..

Swinner Swagger is a scenic 15.5 km loop trail in Muker on 4 July 2026, winding through riverside meadows, gills and waterfalls for a classic Yorkshire run. Expect varied terrain, great views and a friendly small race vibe; trail shoes reco..

Take on the Fellrunner at Heptonstall Festival, a scenic 9.5 km fell race with about 500 m of climb in the South West Pennines. Finish to live music, food stalls and a free pint; entry on the day £7.

Tackle a classic Peak District fell race from Warslow Village Hall: 10 km with 675 m of climb across moorland and steep trails. Expect challenging ascents, sweeping views and a friendly village atmosphere.

A unique mountain fell race at Honister Slate Mine in Borrowdale on 4 July 2026, combining an underground mine passage with a ridge run over Fleetwith Pike and Grey Knotts. Rugged terrain, dramatic views and a compact, thrilling challenge a..

Tackle about 10 km of Peak District moorland with steep climbs, fast descents and a village water splash in this friendly community run fell race. Scenic views, finish line flapjacks and a lively village atmosphere await.

The Lyme Half Marathon is a scenic trail run from Lyme Hall over Kerridge Ridge and the Gritstone Trail, returning along the Macclesfield Canal. Fully marked with aid stations, timing and photos, finishers get a bespoke medal or can opt to..

Join the Cannock Chase Forest Half Marathon and 10K on 5 July 2026 for a summer trail challenge through hilly forest terrain. Choose your distance, earn a bespoke medal and enjoy free photos and parking.

Join the Langdale Gala fell race in Great Langdale on 5 Jul 2026 for a short but fierce 1.4 mile course with 300 m climb and Lake District views. Entry on the day at New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel with junior races and prizes for top finishers.

Join Race 3 of the Jane Tomlinson Canal Race Series in Methley, Leeds on 7 July 2026, a flat 5 km towpath run raising funds for the Jane Tomlinson Appeal. The finale features a 1.5 mile fun run, medals, prizes, BBQ and raffle.

Join the Stoodley Pike fell race at Todmorden on 7 July 2026 for a sharp 5 km challenge with 213 m of climb and stunning moorland views. On the day entries welcome for £5, minimum age 14; car sharing is requested.

Join the 20 Barriers fell race in Carnforth on Tue 7 Jul 2026 for a testing 8 km with about 160 m climb across classic Bowland terrain. Entry on the day is £10 and proceeds go to local charities; the race is UK Athletics insured.

The Black Rocks Fell Race on 8 July 2026 is a scenic 9.9 km run with 250 m of climb, featuring a mid race ascent past the dramatic Black Rocks. Mostly on good trails, it starts and finishes at Cromford Meadows for a lively local challenge.

Seat Sandal is a Grasmere fell race on 8 July 2026, covering 7.4 km with 700 m of climb through classic Lake District terrain. Day entry only keeps it friendly yet competitive; bring fell kit for steep flagged ascents and technical descents..

Tackle a classic 7 mile fell race from the Packhorse Inn in Widdop, set across scenic South Pennine ridges with about 366 m of climb. Entries open for pre entry and on the day if space remains, with teams welcome and junior races available.

Take on the Stiperstones Fell Race in Snailbeach on Wed 8 Jul 2026, a rugged 6.7 km course with about 375 m of climb across classic Shropshire ridgelines. Pre entry is £7 or pay £10 on the day, with junior races available.