Trail Running calendar near Cartmel 2026-2027

Run from the shores of Coniston Water into the Coppermines Valley with stunning fell views on 10k and 16k routes. Enjoy an event village with live music, food stalls and race commentary for a lively post run vibe.

Tackle the Stanza Stones Ultra, a 50 mile trail across the South Pennines from Marsden to Ilkley that links six carved stones and climbs around 6800 ft. Enjoy wild moors, valley drops, indoor checkpoints and a welcoming finish in Ilkley.

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.

Choose 42 km, 21 km or 10 km routes around Coniston Water, winding past Tarn Hows, Beacon Tarn and woodland trails with spectacular mountain views. Celebrate at a lively event village with food, drinks, live music and finishers medals.

Join the Crackpots Trail Run in Kirkby Malzeard for a scenic 11 km loop through Nidderdale AONB with moorland, trails and river crossings. Finish to a handmade pottery medal and enjoy a free cup of tea and a pie.

Tackle the Coppice fell race in Accrington on Tue 9 Jun 2026, a spirited 6.6 km course with 310 m of climb starting from the Whitakers Arms. Day entry only means it is ideal for last minute plans and teams are welcome.

Enjoy scenic trail running through the historic Wentworth Castle Gardens with 5 km and 10 km options. Canicross friendly, this midweek event offers live chip timing, a medal and post race snack to celebrate your run.

Tackle the Boar's Head fell race in the Peak District on Wed 10 Jun 2026. This BM 8 mile course climbs 402 m from the Boar's Head Hotel, welcomes teams and on the day entries for £5; entrants must be 18 or older.

Tackle the Walsh Two Lads fell race in Horwich on Thu 11 Jun 2026, a lively 5.2 mile loop through the South Pennines with roughly 900 feet of climb. Expect rugged trails, friendly competition and a cash prize for any new course record.

Trail races at Pooley Bridge on 13 June 2026 with 10 km and half marathon routes, live chip timing, on-site parking, cani-cross allowed, and finishers receiving a medal and merchandise.

An out-and-back trail race along the Six Dales Trail from Otley to Pateley Bridge, offered in Half Marathon, 20 mile and 32 mile distances. Checkpoints, mandatory kit and trackers for ultras are part of the race provisions.

Ulverston Fell Race heads into the Lake District on Saturday 13 June 2026 for a short but sharp climb to the top of Flan Fell with lovely views. Entry on the day and a full programme of junior races make this a friendly community event.

A timed multi-lap event at Chorlton Water Park on 13 June 2026 with laps of a 5.3 km out and back riverside course, a seven hour limit, vegetarian aid station options and a charity donation per entry.

Tackle the Wincle Trout fell race in the Peak District, a scenic but testing 9.5 km course with 320 m of climb and a possible river crossing, held alongside the lively Wincle Fete. Places are limited and available by pre entry only.

The North Star Ultra will take place in Butteryhaugh from Saturday 6 June 2026 to Sunday 7 June 2026. You can run 170 miles.

The Swaledale Marathon on 13 June 2026 is a 24 mile fell run and challenge walk around Swaledale where competitors navigate the route and must finish within ten hours.

The Yomp Super Saturday on 13 June 2026 features four fell races from Basecamp at The Engine Shed, Kirkby Stephen. Distances range from a family friendly 10k to an Ultra, with GPS tracking and feed stations on selected courses.

Join the Manorlands PaintRush 5K in Silsden on 14 June 2026 to support Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice. Expect seven colourful paint stations, fun obstacles and a festival vibe with music, food and a bar at Jacksons Field.

Roche Abbey Ramble has 6.7 mile, half, 20 mile and marathon options on a scenic lapped trail from the Travellers Rest in Sheffield. Enjoy undulating woodland, marshalled stepping stones, midcourse feeds and a finishers cake and chip butty.