Trail Running calendar near Carlisle 2025-2026

Ultra Scotland 100 is a 104 mile ultra along the Southern Upland Way with about 4611 m of ascent between Dalry and Galashiels. Limited to 250 runners with a 38 hour cut off and finisher buckles.

Tackle 21 km with 850 m ascent on a one day trail race through the fells of Great Langdale, starting and finishing at Stickle Barn. Expect rugged paths, sweeping views and a warm finish with live music and vegan soup.

Take on the Lake District Ultra Challenge on 6 and 7 June 2026 with options from a 100 km loop to two day stages and shorter distances. Run through Garburn Pass, Ambleside and lakeside trails for epic views and rugged climbs.

Take part in the Samaritans Way Ultra on 6 June 2026 in Guisborough with 40 km and 60 km options, solo or relay. Fully supported course with updated routes and profits donated to Teesside Samaritans.

Join a scenic 100 km coastal ultra along Northumberland on 6 June 2026, starting in Bamburgh and finishing at Tynemouth Priory. Pass iconic harbours and castles, enjoy feed stations and a finishers medal, but places are limited.

Join the classic Pen Y Ghent Fell Race in Horton in Ribblesdale on 6 June 2026, a rugged 7.6 mile course with 612 m of climb offering stunning Yorkshire Dales views. Open to adults with pre entry or day entries and team entries welcome.

Take on the classic Ennerdale Horseshoe in the Lake District, a tough 23 mile fell race with big ascent and stunning mountain scenery. Entries are limited and on the day places may be available, creating a competitive scenic challenge.

Run a scenic 13.2 mile trail half through the Yorkshire Dales, starting and finishing at Wharfedale Rugby Club in Threshfield. Expect sweeping views, stiff climbs and a friendly race atmosphere on Saturday 6 June 2026.

Join the BOFRA championship in Kettlewell, Upper Wharfedale on 7 June 2026 for a classic fell race. Tackle a sharp climb to the skyline cairn before a fast descent over a short scree section, with entries available on the day.

Classic Lake District fell race from Howtown Bobbin Mill, testing runners over 13.3 miles with about 1400 m of climb across rugged terrain. Entry is on the day for £8 and limited to 100 starters so arrive early.

Explore Ullswater from Pooley Bridge on Saturday 13 June 2026 with a half marathon or 10km trail, live chip timing and bespoke finisher medals. Well behaved dogs welcome with harness and lead.

Tackle a short fell race on Flan Fell in Ulverston, with a sharp climb, great views and a punchy out and back finish. Family friendly with junior categories, a new 2025 course and easy on the day entry make this a perfect local challenge.

Preview the Montane Lakeland 50 and 100 route on this 26 mile recce from Pooley Bridge to Ambleside. Based at Dalemain Mansion, the day includes coach transfer, checkpoints and medical support to help you prepare.

A classic Borrowdale fell race starting outside Langstrath Country Inn, this 7.5 km route climbs 430 m over rough, partly navigational terrain with stunning tarn and valley views. Entries are on the day only and places are limited.

Tebay Fell Race in the Lake District is a thrilling 13 km course with 914 m of climb across classic fell country, perfect for strong, adventurous runners. Entry on the day with showers and food at the Tebay Sports Social and Railway Club.

Enjoy evening laps through the picturesque Forcett Hall estate, passing an Iron Age boundary, a Georgian grotto and pretty woodland on mostly gentle trails. Choose 5 km or 10 km routes with marshals, water stops and post run snacks.

Tackle Beamsley Beacon on 18 June 2026 in Addingham, York Dales, an 8.8 km fell race with 335 m of climb, steep ascents and rewarding views. Entry is on the day for £5 with registration at St Peter's Church, teams welcome, minimum age 16.

Test your limits at the SCOTT Sports Summer Cheviot Goat, a single day ultra across the wild Cheviot hills. With GPS tracking and a 24 hour cutoff, expect remote terrain, prizes for top finishers and a finisher shirt and medal.

Kettlewell Skirfare Half Marathon is a rugged trail with about 900 m of climbing across riverside paths and moorland. Part of the Due North series and a Yorkshire Three Peaks qualifier, with race swag and a hot meal at the finish.

Join the Darren Jones Clougha Pike fell race in Bowland, NW Lancs, a testing 4.9 mile route with about 400 m of climb and classic fell views. Pre entry only, with junior races and team scoring for a lively day out.