Trail Running calendar near Buttermere 2026-2027

Part of the Kendal Winter League organised by Helm Hill Runners, Cunswick is a fell running event listed in the club's winter series. The club is based in Kendal and focuses on fell running and cross country.

A fully tracked 30 mile trail event in Morland, Cumbria, covering about 3000 ft of ascent through the Eden Valley and the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Four checkpoints supply water and snacks and a 12 hour cutoff applies.

Experience a classic 15 km fell race through the South West Pennines. Starting from Barley Village Hall, this event features 545 meters of ascent and requires navigation skills for all participants.

Trail runs through Culzean Castle and Country Park on 7 March 2027 offer 5km, 10km and half marathon options across the 642 acre estate. Chip timing, finishers' medals and on site parking are provided; one controlled dog per runner is allow..

Take the Fell is a trail running event at Beacon Fell Country Park on 7 March 2027 offering 10k and 20k routes with chip timing, signed courses, finishers medals and event photos; pre-registration and age limits apply.

Trail races at Leighton Hall use scenic farmland and coastal-inland trails in the Arnside and Silverdale National Landscape, offering a 10 km route and a 21 km half marathon with marked courses, water stations and an event village.

Grasmere Wild Trail Runs returns in March 2027 with a new half marathon plus 10km and 5km routes around Grasmere and Rydal. The event is canicross friendly, uses live chip timing and provides medals, merchandise and post-race refreshments.

Experience a circular 20 km trail race around the scenic shores of Buttermere and Crummock Water in Cumbria. This fully marked low level route features a mix of woodland tracks and technical lakeshore paths.

A coastal 10 km on Blackpool Beach starting and finishing beside the Mirror Ball, timed with the tides. Event HQ on South Promenade handles number collection and baggage, with a water station at 5 km and medical cover on course.

A 100 km coast to coast ultra from St Bees to Shap following Wainwright’s route through the Lake District. The event emphasises self-sufficiency, offers mapped navigation, staffed aid stations and mandatory kit checks.

Trail races at Derwent Reservoir offer 5 mile and 10 mile routes around the reservoir on closed roads and firm trails. Live chip timing is provided; the 10 mile has a 2.5 hour cut off and on-site parking requires a pass.

Off road ultramarathon around Calderdale with 50 mile and 30 mile options following the traditional Calderdale Way, passing Heptonstall, Todmorden and Brighouse. Six aid stations and cut offs of 17 hours and 10 hours.

The Pennine Barrier 50 mile on 1 May 2027 is a supported 50 mile ultramarathon in the United Kingdom, organised by GB ULTRAS LTD and included in the Ultra Great Britain Race Series with live online GPS tracking.

A five mile trail race at Clock Face Country Park on Sunday 9 May 2027 held in memory of Chris Lam. Organised by Widnes Running Club with chip timing, podium prizes for men and women and an age minimum of 15.

Ultra Scotland 50 & 100 Mile on 5 June 2027 in the United Kingdom. Organised by GB ULTRAS LTD and part of the Ultra Great Britain Race Series with live online GPS tracking.

Run the iconic Cumbria Way over three days on a guided journey through the Lake District. Cover 71 miles from Ulverston to Carlisle, with luggage transfers and accommodation included. It's a small-group challenge for experienced trail runne..

A guided trail weekend from Horton in Ribblesdale tackling the Yorkshire Three Peaks route of 38.6 km plus an optional 10 km loop the next day, with bunkhouse accommodation and coaching from a qualified guide.

A 57 km mountain race in Patterdale with 3700 m ascent, course marking and GPS tracking. The route covers high ridgelines and rocky sections, has a 14.5 hour cutoff and a minimum age of 19.

A 31.3 miles single day ultra from Innerleithen to Travelodge Edinburgh Airport, MTC Glaistig is Day 2 of the nine day MTC SCOTIA series. Entries are limited and all finishers receive a bespoke medal.

An overnight trail event from Barley, Lancashire on the Pendle Way offering approximately 45 miles or a 30 mile option, requiring night navigation and mandatory kit; minimum age 18.