Trail Running calendar near Caldbeck 2026-2027

Experience a unique urban trail through Carlisle on a 10 km course featuring the local cathedral and castle. Runners navigate a mix of roads and off road tracks through scenic city parks.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell race from Dockray to Hartside on Wed 6 May 2026, covering 10 km with a stiff 800 m of climb. Entry on the day is £5 with parking at the quarry car park. Expect a tough scenic course and friendly vibes.

Take on the Cautley Horseshoe fell race near Sedbergh on 6 May 2026, a short but brutal 7.5 km with 805 m of ascent and spectacular upland views. Entry on the day is £5 and the Cross Keys Inn will be open for post race food and drink.

A midweek 8 km fell race through the scenery of Scorton and Nicky Nook. Navigate 310 meters of elevation before enjoying a post race soup and roll at the local café.

A BM-category fell race in Ilkley on 7 May 2026, covering 11.2 km with 335 m of climb. On-the-day entry is available for £5 and the race holds UK Athletics insurance through the FRA.

Trail trail races at Brockholes Nature Reserve on 8 May 2026 include 10K, half marathon, marathon and an ultra with a six hour time limit. Entry fees include a £2 donation to the reserve and finishers receive a bespoke medal.

Take on the classic Pinhaw fell race across the South West Pennines, 8 km (5 miles) with 213 m of climb and rewarding views. Entry is on the day via Earby Cricket Club for a modest fee and teams of three are welcome.

Experience a timed canicross event in the scenic Dodd Wood with 5 km and 8 km course options. Run with up to two dogs or solo on a fully marked trail route overlooking Bassenthwaite Lake.

Cottam Canter on 9 May 2026 is based at the UCLAN Sports Arena and uses a 5K loop along the Lancaster canal and through Haslam Park. Distances from 5K to ultra are offered, with an ultra time limit of six hours.

Test your navigation and endurance on this 14 mile fell race from Downham. Discover the rugged cloughs and moorland of Pendle Hill with 4100 feet of climbing and technical terrain.

Experience a classic 14.5 km fell race starting and finishing at Rydal Hall in Ambleside. This clockwise horseshoe route features over 900 meters of elevation across the scenic Lakeland fells.

The Slieuwhallian will take place in Saint John's on Saturday 9 May 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

The Lap is a fully signposted 72 km ultra marathon circumnavigating Lake Windermere. With generous support, a 24-hour time limit, and stunning Lake District trails, it's designed to be an accessible introduction to the ultra distance.

Experience a self navigated trail event at Sutton Bank with distances of 8, 17, and 28 miles. Navigate the North York Moors in this circular race series starting from the Sutton Bank Visitor Centre.

Join the final event of the Lakeland Paws season at Whinlatter featuring 5 km and 8 km trail routes. This dog friendly forest race offers individual starts and a summit climb to Seat How with no cut off times.

Experience a looped trail race through the scenic parklands of central Preston and the River Ribble. Choose between distances ranging from 10K to a six hour ultra challenge on hard surface paths.

Run a scenic 10km loop through the bluebell-filled Yarrow Valley. The woodland and riverside trail includes picturesque river crossings. Finish at the Flaming Grill Pub to collect your medal and celebrate.

Experience the scenic landscape of Lancashire with 10k and 15k trail routes starting from the village of Scorton. Runners will follow marked tracks and fields reaching the summit of Nicky Nook for panoramic views.

Test your strategy at this unique 10km trail race in Chopwell Woods where you choose your own start time. Face the clock in a race where the person who starts the latest and finishes before the cutoff wins.

Take on the classic Latrigg fell race in Keswick, Lake District on 13 May 2026, a short but steep 3 mile climb with great views. Entry is available on the day for a small fee on a fully flagged route for runners aged 13 and up.