Trail Running calendar near Caistor 2025-2026

Run festive trails through Sherwood Pines on 14 December 2025 with a family mile plus 5 km and 10 km options open to dogs. Finishers get chip timing, medals and mince pies and there is a Merrell shoe demo.

Tackle a lively PECO Cross Country League race at Pontefract Park on 14 December 2025, featuring an undulating two lap course of about 4.5 to 5.0 miles. Expect competitive club racing and a buzzing winter XC atmosphere.

Explore Coatham Woods near Eaglescliffe in CLOK's regional orienteering event at Birk Brow and Skelton Warren on Sunday 14 Dec. Routes from beginner white to challenging brown suit all abilities, dogs welcome and limited entries on the day.

Tackle a challenging winter mountain ultra around Helvellyn, a 38 mile unmarked loop with big climbs and stunning Lake District views. Limited to experienced runners, this tough, scenic test demands navigation skills and winter kit.

Join the PieAthlon 6 km trail run around Longwood with three pie tasting stations and a fun fancy dress vibe. Medals for all and prizes for top finishers make this community event part race part party.

Calverley Chaos is a Christmas edition 12 km trail race along the Calverley Millennium Way, taking in canal towpath and countryside views and based at The Railway Inn in Leeds. Entry is limited to 100 runners so book early.

Join the Cragg Vale Christmas Score Event on 20 December 2025 at Cragg Vale Church for a fun 90 minute orienteering challenge. Visit controls to collect points, enjoy a bacon or vegan bap, and support Cragg Church refurbishments.

Rumble In The Jumble II is a six hour challenge on 20 December in Skellingthorpe offering 5k to ultra options for every runner. Flat tarmac laps with refreshments, support and medals to celebrate your finish.

Experience night orienteering at historic Oakwell Hall, navigating woods, parkland and formal gardens by headtorch as the Elizabethan manor glows nearby. Choose from four courses 1.1 to 4.0 km with on site support and a cafe for hot drinks.

Join Wharfedale Harriers on 21 December for The Stoop, an 8 km fell race at Penistone Hill Country Park with about 250 m ascent. Expect a festive vibe with a free Santa hat, post race tea and a Curly Wurly, and team entries welcome.

Orienteering at Oakwell Hall country park on Sunday 21 December offers mixed woods, parkland and varied terrain for runners of all abilities. Novice and family courses include navigation help and hireable timing dibbers, so newcomers are we..

Celebrate the shortest day with the Winter Solstice Strider, a magical night run through St Ives Estate in Bingley raising funds for Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice. Choose a 5k or 10k on multi terrain trails or run virtually and get a bespoke..

Celebrate Boxing Day with the Chevin Chase, a hilly 7 mile road and trail loop around scenic Otley Chevin near Guiseley. Chip timed and supporting local causes, finishers choose a technical shirt or a tree planted in their name.

Run a scenic 10k around the historic Rauceby Estate on 27 December, winding through parkland surrounding the Grade II listed Rauceby Hall. A festive post Christmas challenge set in 2,000 acres of rolling countryside.

Join the Guisborough Woods Fell Race, a tough 5.5 mile three lap forest course with steep climbs and technical slippery descents. Part of the Dave Parry Lets Run Winter Series, it welcomes seniors, teams and juniors.

Tackle an undulating winter cross country on Sunday 28 December 2025 at Acresford Sand and Gravel in Huncote, featuring Croft Hill and a stream for a scenic but testing 10K. Junior one and two lap races share the same start and finish.

Explore York on foot at New Earswick Urban on Sunday 28 December starting at New Earswick Bowling Club. Choose from five courses ranging from family friendly to challenging urban routes, including a junior and family course. Entries close 2..

Bilberry Fields Winter is a friendly Category AS fell race on 29 December 2025 near Todmorden, featuring a well marked 7.4 km course with 371 m of climb that suits beginners. Race HQ is the Hare and Hounds pub where refreshments and prize g..

Ring in the New Year with the Daleside Auld Lang Syne fell race at Penistone Hill on 31 December. A muddy 6.7 mile loop with about 1000 ft of ascent, capped entries and a bottle of Daleside beer included.

Celebrate New Year's Eve on the trails at the Bowstones Fell Race in the Peak District. This 11 km fell race from Higher Poynton climbs about 325 m, is pre entry only, and rewards every finisher with a bottle of beer.