Trail Running calendar near Chop Gate 2026-2027

Take on the rugged Beater Clough Fell Race near Portsmouth Village on 21 March 2026. This challenging 10.9 km course packs steep climbs and rough descents across moorland for a true fell running test.

Tackle 10 miles of mixed roads, tracks and moorland at Delph Cricket Club with a military pack option carrying 35 lb. Enjoy rugged scenery while supporting the Royal Marines and Firefighters charities.

Run the scenic Canalathon Ultra Festival in Sowerby Bridge on 22 March 2026, with distances from 10 km to a flat, fast 100 km along the Rochdale Canal. Chip timing, aid stations, showers and medals mean great support for relays, a personal..

Tackle the wild South Pennines in the Heptonstall Fell Race, a challenging 15.4 mile route with about 966 m of ascent across moorland, wooded valleys and boggy slopes. Pre entry via SiEntries; finishers get refreshments and a village prize..

Tackle the Punk Panther Spring Headtorch for a scenic trail run around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs with half marathon, 10 km and 5 km options. Small field, medals for all finishers and a friendly night run atmosphere.

Take on Pendle Hill by head torch at the Mountain Rescue Pendle Dark Dash, a 9.2 km night fell run from Barley that raises funds for the rescue team. Expect exposed terrain and stream crossings so bring full kit and a good head torch.

Enjoy a weekend of wild Lakeland running at Grasmere with 5km and 10km trail routes that skirt Grasmere and Rydal waters and pass Rydal Caves, with duathlons on Sunday. Canicross friendly with medals, goodies and village finish vibes.

Fremington Frenzy is an 11 km hill and trail challenge around Reeth in North Yorkshire, with a very steep opening climb, technical descents and a scenic riverside return. Limited to 100 runners and requiring waterproof kit, it suits experie..

Join the NAV4 Daffodil Run & Walk on 28 March 2026 for a scenic out and back from Pooley Bridge to Hallin Fell across mixed trails and open slopes. Solo and family teams are welcome with timing, marshals and village refreshments.

Tackle DalesRunner 20 in Reeth, North Yorkshire, with a steep early climb, ridge running and technical descents through mining hushes and loose rock. Fully marked and loved by locals, this off road race blends challenge and scenery.

Take on the Cleveland Survival on 28 March 2026 in the North York Moors a 24 mile orienteering fundraiser for Cleveland Mountain Rescue. Navigate checkpoints with on course support and finish with a hot meal.

Tackle the wild slopes of Bollihope Carrs in this scenic 10.5 km fell race with 380 m of climb. Expect rough terrain, steep descents and unmarked navigation so come prepared with full FRA kit. Limited to 50 runners for a fell experience.

Tackle Pendle's classic fells from Barley Village Hall with a testing senior course plus junior races for every age group. Enjoy a friendly village vibe, on the day entries and hot refreshments in the hall.

Run the 55 km Dales Traverse along Wainwrights coast to coast route across the North Pennines, Nine Standards and Yorkshire Dales. Self sufficient and scenic, it is a big day challenge finishing beneath Richmond Castle.

Tackle the 80 km Moors Traverse, an ultra following Wainwright’s coast to coast from Ingleby Cross to Robin Hood’s Bay, skirting the North York Moors with about 1,600 m ascent. Supported route with aid stations, maps and coach transfers.

Join a 7 hour timed running challenge along the River Wear with stunning views of Durham Cathedral. Choose distances from short laps to marathon and ultra, enjoy aid stations, vegan options and a goody bag at the finish.

Fraggle Run North is a signed trail run along the River Wear with stunning Durham Cathedral views and distances from 3 km to ultra. Try the flexible 7 hour Time Challenge and earn a finisher medal plus distance pins.

Take on Trunce 1 on Mon 30 Mar 2026 at Oxspring Playing Field in the Peak District, a testing 6.2 km fell course with 190 m climb. Entry is £3 on the day and juniors can join a 3 km race for £1.

Join the Pete Hartley Memorial Liver Hill fell race on Tue 31 Mar 2026 in the South West Pennines, starting from Marl Pits Sports Centre in Rawtenstall. A punchy 7 km with 250 m climb, open to age 16 and over with entry on the day for £5; j..

Tackle 50 miles from Manchester to Liverpool along the Trans Pennine Trail, Manchester Ship Canal and River Mersey on Good Friday. A scenic point to point ultra with checkpoints, live tracking and 14 hour cutoff for a true endurance test.