Trail Running calendar near Chester 2025-2026

Join the Alan Kirk Memorial Lad's Leap on Sun 5 Apr 2026 in Crowden near Woodhead for a testing 9.5 km moorland race with 518 m of ascent and spectacular Peak District views. Teams welcome and entries available on the day.

Enjoy a scenic 10K plus trail from Shibden Hall to the heart of Halifax, threading through historic buildings usually closed to the public. This inaugural race supports Calderdale Overgate Hospice.

Join this friendly 3 mile race in Haworth on the South West Pennines, climbing 100 m over a scenic course around the Old Sun Hotel. Every finisher gets a Cadbury's Creme Egg and winners take Easter eggs, with chip butties at the pub after.

Challenge yourself on the Calderdale Hike, a scenic but testing set of 16, 24 and 35 mile circular routes across the high Pennine valleys around Sowerby Bridge. Expect steep climbs, moorland views, kit checks and hearty post hike food.

Tackle the classic Wardle Skyline, a scenic fell race in the South West Pennines on Sat 11 Apr 2026. The 11.3 km route climbs 381 m from Wardle Square and accepts pre entries and same day entry for runners after a spirited hill challenge.

Run the Summit 2 Sea off road half marathon along the Offa's Dyke Trail from Moel y Parc to Prestatyn beach. About 13.8 miles of rewarding climbs and a big descent to sea level with stunning views and a real sense of adventure.

Take on the Llangollen Fell Race on 12 April 2026 with three scenic but testing routes from 5 miles to 28 km across the North Wales hills. Race HQ serves tea, coffee and cakes and entry is open in advance or on the day.

Explore the wild Howgills from Sedbergh on 12 April 2026 with 10 km, half marathon or full marathon options on scenic trails. Mandatory kit and minimum age 16 apply, and entries include a finisher medal, timing and photos.

Take on a Skyrunning challenge through the wild Ogwen Valley with technical trails, dramatic ridgelines and sweeping mountain views. Pick 15 km, 25 km or 40 km and enjoy a lively event village at Plas y Brenin with music, food and bilingual..

Run the Rivington 10 miles Trail Challenge on 12 April 2026, a scenic chip timed route around Rivington Village, White Coppice and Wheelton plantation. Popular and often sold out, finishers earn bespoke medals and top prize categories.

Tackle a classic spring fell race in Mow Cop on Sun 12 Apr 2026: 10.5 km with 400 m of climb across stirring hill terrain. Entries on the day for adults 18 and over, with team scoring and friendly club spirit.

Take on the Mike Briggs Wirksworth Incline & Infants, a challenging fell race in the Peak District featuring a 6.9 km course with 400 m of ascent. Pre entry is required for the main race and junior races are available for younger runners.

Join the Bunny Run 2 in Haworth on Tue 14 Apr for a lively 3 mile course with 100 m climb across the South West Pennines. Teams welcome, minimum age 12, finishers get a Cadbury Creme Egg and Easter egg prizes with chip butties and pub hospi..

Take on the Ossy Moors Fell Race in Oswaldtwistle on Wednesday 15 April 2026. This lively 5 mile fell course with about 300 m of climb weaves Bowland trails and offers on the day entry for a friendly competitive vibe.

Take on a midweek Peak District challenge at Herod Farm: a scenic but testing 3 mile route with 340 m of climb. Pre entry is £6 or £10 on the night; registration runs 18:15 to 19:15.

Take on the inaugural MTC Gelert 47 mile ultra from Barmouth to Llanidloes on 16 April 2026, the third day of the MTC CYMRUN end to end. Limited field, bespoke medal for all finishers and real time tracking for supporters.

Take on the Ranger Ultras PB230km Trail Challenge, a multi day 230 km test across the Pennine moors with 6,162 m ascent and a 75 hour limit. With just 30 entries, enjoy remote scenery, on course support and hearty checkpoint hospitality.

Take on Ranger Ultras PB137km, a 137 km Pennine Bridleway route from West Yorkshire to Cumbria, 16 to 18 April 2026 with a 50 hour cut off. Limited to 20 runners, the well waymarked course has safety teams, checkpoints, hot meals and beds.

Chester Ultra 100 is a 102 mile trail challenge around Chester on Saturday 18 April 2026, linking canals, the Sandstone Trail and Delamere Forest. Expect rugged scenery, live GPS tracking and buckle awards for finishers.

Join the Shropshire Way 80K Festival on 18 April 2026 in the Shropshire Hills for one day of trail running and walking across hill summits, ancient woodland and market towns. Choose routes from 10K to 80K, enjoy local food on course and sup..