Trail Running calendar near Carlisle 2026-2027

Experience a traditional Lakeland fell race over the quiet Buttermere fells with two AL category courses. This memorial event requires navigation skills and full fell running kit for a self-navigated journey across the peaks.

Experience a 37 mile mountain trail journey across the highest points of the Pennines, featuring iconic landmarks like Crossfell and High Cup Nick with full support and transport.

Experience a 24km fell race to the highest peak in the Pennines. Running from scenic Garrigill, this event supports the local air ambulance while offering stunning views across the Eden Valley and Lake District.

Experience a traditional Lakeland gala race featuring a steep 2.3 km course with 300 meters of ascent. This event offers technical fell running for both seniors and juniors at the New Dungeon Ghyll Gala Field.

Run Edinburgh's seven hilltops in a mixed road, trail and hill event that blends urban navigation with racing. Choose your own route between hilltop checkpoints and opt for the competitive Race or the more relaxed Challenge.

Fell race on 5 July 2026 around Skiddaw in the Lake District, based at Keswick Cricket Club. The course is 15.4 km with 960 m of ascent and entry on the day is accepted for a fee of £10.

Join the 20 Barriers fell race in Carnforth on Tue 7 Jul 2026 for a testing 8 km with about 160 m climb across classic Bowland terrain. Entry on the day is £10 and proceeds go to local charities; the race is UK Athletics insured.

Participate in a 9 km fell race through the Durham countryside north of Stanhope. This event is part of the North East Fell Running Championships and features a 300 m climb for runners aged 18 and over.

Experience a traditional FRA category AS fell race in Grasmere featuring a 7.4 km course with 700 m of elevation. This 150 runner event offers a direct ascent to Seat Sandal and a flagged descent through the Cumbrian fells.

Take on the Borrowdale School Bash up Bessyboot in the Lake District: a short but fierce 5.2 km with 456 m of climb, offering stunning fell views and a real challenge. Entry on the day, with beer and a burger for every finisher.

Join this Beacon Hill fell race on Thu 9 Jul 2026 at Lordenshaw car park, Rothbury. A testing 6.6 mile course with 410 m of climb, entry on the day and teams of three welcome for a spirited summer challenge.

Follow one of the UK’s most popular long distance walks in this fully way marked ultra marathon featuring 100km and 45 mile routes. Runners must navigate hills and steep terrain while racing the tide to reach Holy Island.

The Lakeland Trails Ultra offers four scenic distances through the Lake District, from a 100k midnight adventure to a 14k trail run. All routes are fully marked and supported with feed stations. The event includes professional photos and fi..

Experience a historic and demanding 34 km fell race in the heart of the Lake District featuring 2,750 m of ascent. This high mountain event requires expert navigation skills and full safety gear to tackle iconic peaks like Scafell Pike.

Take on the New Embsay Fell Race on Sat 11 Jul: a punchy 2.5 mile course with 195 m of climb through the Yorks Dales. Part of the village fete, enjoy entertainment and refreshments and easy on the day entry for a fun community challenge.

Test your endurance on this 40 mile point to point challenge across the North York Moors. Starting near Osmotherley and finishing in Ravenscar, this unsupported route follows the classic Lyke Wake path for a true mountain experience.

Join experienced mountain guides for an 11 mile guided reconnaissance of the Helvellyn to Ambleside section. Learn essential navigation skills and event strategy while covering 6000 feet of ascent in the Lake District.

Race through the enchanting Lancashire landscapes that inspired The Lord of the Rings. This 11.1 km trail run features historic bridges, woodland paths, and the stunning scenery of the Ribble Valley.

A 10 km race through the historic grounds of Floors Castle in Kelso on 12 July 2026. Mixed road and trail surfaces, a water station near 5 km, finishing refreshments, and medals and goodie bags for all finishers.

Experience an out and back fell race from St Johns Chapel to the 700m summit of Chapelfelltop. This 7 km course features rough terrain and 400 m of ascent for runners with navigation skills.