Trail Running calendar near Chorley 2026-2027

A short vertical race on 5 June 2026 from Lanty Slees Stickle Barn to the summit of Harrison Stickle. The marked route covers 2.4 km with 650 m of ascent and includes a manned checkpoint and a recycled medal.

A 63 km mountain ultra with 4400 m ascent on technical single-track trails in the Central Lake District. Held on 6 June 2026 with a 15 hour cutoff and a minimum age of 19.

A trail event at Station Top, Otley, offering a 51 km ultra (also a 4-person relay), a 25 km super and a 16 km challenge on public footpaths with marked routes, checkpoints and required kit for off-road conditions.

Experience a technical 21km trail run through the heart of the Lake District UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring 850m of ascent and stunning valley views.

A multi-distance trail event based at Kendal in the Southern Lake District on 6 to 7 June 2026. Options range from a 100 km loop to 10 km, with covered rest stops, GPS tracking, medical support and camping or hostel options.

A 24 hour, 50 mile linear route from Marsden to Ilkley that visits six Stanza Stones with poems by Simon Armitage. The course crosses South Pennines moorland and includes live tracking, three indoor checkpoints, and a finishers meal.

A multi-distance fundraiser at TF4 3HZ with 8 mile laps that form 16 mile and marathon options, a mixed paths-and-tracks route through the Valley of Ironbridge, and a playful fancy dress tradition. Entry fees are listed from £30 to £42.

A new 75 miles trail ultra across the National Forest Way from Alrewas to Beacon Hill, with six staffed checkpoints, mandatory safety kit, medical cover by TrailMed and a team relay option where each runner covers over 20 miles.

Experience a classic Yorkshire mountain race featuring 500 meters of climbing over a 12.2 km course. This event takes runners to the summit of Pen y Ghent and back through the scenic landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales.

Take on the classic Ennerdale Horseshoe in the Lake District, a tough 23 mile fell race with big ascent and stunning mountain scenery. Entries are limited and on the day places may be available, creating a competitive scenic challenge.

A 13.2 mile flagged trail race from Wharfedale Rugby Club in Threshfield with over 2,000 feet of ascent, established footpaths, SPORTident timing and more than £800 in prizes.

A lakeside trail event in Coniston on 6 June 2026 with 10 km and 16 km routes, marked trails, water stations, live music and a race village with local food and traders.

This 50-mile ultra follows a poetic trail from Marsden to Ilkley, visiting six engraved Stanza Stones and the village of Haworth. With significant ascent and indoor checkpoints, it's held in both summer and winter. The event includes live t..

Green Man Trail Run on 6 June 2026 offers 10k and 15k trail races in the Forest of Bowland from HQ at The Green Man in Inglewhite. The event includes chip timing, a technical t shirt, finisher goodies, and on course water.

A short BOFRA fell race in Kettlewell of about 1.40 miles (2.25 km) with 600 ft (170 m) of climb, rising via a gully to a skyline cairn and finishing with a steep descent and short scree section.

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.

Scenic trail races around Coniston Water with marathon, half marathon and 10k options, marked courses, feed stations and an event village with live music and local food.

A multi terrain 11 kilometre trail run around Kirkby Malzeard near Ripon on 7 June 2026, part of the local family fete. The undulating single lap is waymarked, fully marshaled and includes five water crossings and a handmade village pottery..

The Edenfield Fell Race is a 10.2 km BM category event with 396m of climb, starting from the Edenfield Cricket Club. Entry is on the day only. Limited parking is available, so carpooling is encouraged.

MacTuffX Leeds is an interval based running event featuring solo and team formats. Participants alternate between repeated 400 meter or 800 meter segments in a high intensity environment designed for adults.