Trail Running calendar near Cautley 2026-2027

A backyard ultra in Gisburn Forest where runners complete a fully off road loop each hour until one person remains. Field capped at 200 with prizes for top finishers and an extra award for anyone exceeding 100 mile.

Run the Bronte Way fell race through the South/West Pennines, a scenic 12 km point to point with 351 m of climb. Pre entry only with limited bus support and a warming soup and roll at the finish make this a classic autumn challenge.

Take on the classic Buttermere fell race on 25 October 2026 at Gatesgarth Farm, a tough 5 km senior route with 600 m of climbing plus short junior races. Enjoy a traditional shepherds meet atmosphere, entry on the day and a warm drink.

The Drop in Manchester is a blindfolded navigation challenge from Up & Running. Participants are dropped at unknown locations and must find their way back over 6, 10 or 15 miles using no personal navigation aids.

Tackle Lockton Limping, a scenic fell race across the North York Moors covering 11.2 km with 350 m of climb and sweeping views. Entry is on the day at Lockton Village Hall, perfect for both competitive and social runners.

An obstacle course race for dogs and owners at Aske estate near Richmond North Yorkshire, with 5 km and 10 km routes. Courses include marked dog friendly obstacles and an 850 metre muddy assault section before the finish.

A Halloween themed trail event on the Leeds to Liverpool Canal in Kirkstall offering distances from a family friendly 1 mile to ultra marathon. The licensed course is marshalled and features drink stations, Halloween medals and spot prizes.

A traditional fell race from the Summit Inn in Littleborough on Halloween 2026, covering about 4.3 miles with over 800 ft of ascent. The event includes several junior categories, runs under FRA rules, and features costume prizes.

Trail events at Helvellyn in Glenridding feature marked, marshalled courses around Ullswater with varied off road terrain. Distances include 5 km, 10 km and 15 km options with specific age and time rules.

Join this flexible charity run along the River Mersey in Manchester. Complete as many 5.3km laps as you like in seven hours on a flat riverside course to support Save The Rhino.

Looped full and half marathons around Gargrave with multi-terrain routes and three refreshment stations per loop. Volunteer run and non-profit, funds support attendance at the World Scout Jamboree in Gdansk 2027.

A night trail running event at Delamere Forest with a "Spooky Halloween" theme, reflective route marking, and distances including a 10k, a two-lap Half Marathon, and a 1k kids race with medals.

A night time 5k at Herons Reach Blackpool on 31 October 2026 over multi terrain parkland. Pre booked entry is required with set fees by age category and all finishers receive a glow in the dark medal.

Circular walking and running event from Pooley Bridge offering a 20 mile Ullswater Way route and a higher level 24 mile Challenge with staffed checkpoints and simple finish catering.

A coastal running event in Seaham with 5 km and 10 km courses starting at the Tommy statue. A one minute silence precedes each race; live chip timing and finisher medal, T shirt and snack are provided.

A ten mile road race around Derwent Water on 1 November 2026, organised by Keswick AC with Race HQ at Keswick School, tarmac roads, refreshments midrace and first aid provision.

A trail running event on 1 November 2026 at Sankey Visitors Centre, St Helens, limited to 250 places with a minimum age of 15 and entry fees of £18.50 (UKA) or £20.00 (unaffiliated).

Trail running on Ullswater from Jenkin's Field in Glenridding with 10k and 14k options. Boat transfers may take runners to the start or contingency routes are used, and compulsory kit and marshals are enforced for safety.

A relaxed canicross event at Mere Sands Wood on 1 November 2026 with a timed one mile and an optional 2.5 km social run. Mostly flat woodland trails with an on site visitor centre, cafe, toilets and parking.

Trail event in Grizedale Forest with 10K and 5K marked, chip timed courses and views over Coniston Water. Dogs are allowed on a suitable harness and two dogs per runner are permitted.