Trail Running calendar near Carlisle 2026-2027

A beginners fell race at Cockfield Fell on 28 April 2026, run as a social 3.5 km lap followed by a 3.5 km competitive lap for a 7 km off road route. Open to entrants aged 14 and over with entry fees for FRA members and non members.

A midweek fell race in Wray on 28 April 2026 covering 11 km with 335 m climb. Entry is on the day only with a £5 fee and teams of three are permitted.

Evening trail runs at Gibside National Trust on 29 April 2026 across historic woodland and designed landscape. Distances of 5 km and 10 km, live chip timing, canicross friendly, on-site parking and finishers' medals.

Tackle the Lords Seat Fell race at Whinlatter Visitor Centre, an 8 km route with 430 m of climb across scenic, rugged fells. Entry on the day only £7 cash, with junior races and a start from the visitor centre car park.

Uphill trial races from Fitz Park to Skiddaw with marked courses for Senior and U20 athletes, mandatory mountain safety kit and pre entry only registration.

A 50 miles trail ultra in the Yorkshire Dales with 2,593 m of ascent, starting and finishing at Malham Showfield. The route follows the Pennine Way and Yorkshire Three Peaks, includes five checkpoints, GPS tracking and an 18 hour cutoff.

A 90K UTMB Index 100K race along the Pilgrim Way from North Queensferry to St Andrews Cathedral, with 1,200 m of climbing, a 15 hour limit and an age minimum of 20; field capped at 150 runners.

A 14 kilometre fell race with 1,065 metres of ascent visiting Wetherlam, Swirl How and the Old Man of Coniston. Navigation is by map and compass only and entrants must have fell running experience.

Marked and marshalled trail races in Staveley across 5k, 10k and half marathon routes that use valleys, fells and mixed underfoot surfaces. The event village includes food stalls, live music and race commentary.

Experience a traditional fell race in the scenic Lake District with the Storth Stampede. This event features a nine kilometer senior course and dedicated junior races for younger athletes looking to test their skills on the hills.

An up and down mountain trial in Sedbergh that combines British Athletics selection for the European Off-Road Championships with the Senior Inter-Counties race. Seniors and U20s race marked, marshalled courses with pre-entry and pre-selecti..

The British Inter Counties senior mountain race takes place in Sedbergh on 3 May and includes the Senior trial for the European Off Road Championships. Junior Inter Counties hill and fell races are held at Edale on 14 June within the FRA ju..

Test your limits at Saughton with a combination of functional exercises and interval running. Choose from Solo, Doubles, or Relay formats with Classic or Double distances to suit your fitness level.

A 6.5 mile undulating trail race around Brierley and Thorpe Woods near Wynyard, organised by Billingham Running Club and run under Trail Running Association and UK Athletics rules.

A multi terrain trail run of about 10 km in Hulne Park, Alnwick on 5 May 2026. Entry fees differ for affiliated and non affiliated runners and prizes are awarded to individual and team winners.

A 10 km urban trail through central Carlisle on 06 May 2026 that passes Carlisle Cathedral, Millennium Bridge and Carlisle Castle. Entry is limited to 300 runners aged 15 and over with overall and age group prizes.

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 fell race around Scorton and Nicky Nook covering 5 miles (8 km) with about 1000 ft of ascent. The FRA-licensed event has a 140-runner limit, mandatory kit checks and free soup and a roll for participants afterwards.

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.