Trail Running calendar near Cleator 2025-2026

Beyond the Lune Winter Editions on 20 December at The Royal Barn near Kirkby Lonsdale offers 5 km, 10 km and 20 km trail routes through the Lune Valley and around Devils Bridge. Enjoy festive treats, finishers beer and great views.

Take on the winter challenge of the Beyond the Lune Skyline Winter Ultra, a 65 km loop around Kirkby Lonsdale on 20 December 2025 with 2000 m of ascent. Self guided route over seven summits with hot feeds, finish food and prizes.

Celebrate the season with the Chopwell Woods Christmas Trail Races on 21 December 2025, a festive run through scenic woodland near Gateshead. Family and canicross friendly with one controlled dog per runner, finishers get medals, mince pies..

Join Wharfedale Harriers for The Stoop, a festive pre Christmas fell race at Penistone Hill Country Park near Haworth on 21 December 2025. Tackle a punchy 8 km moorland route with big climbs, chip timing and a Santa hat plus Curly Wurly for..

The Wansfell Fell Race, organized by Ambleside AC, is a challenging running event set in the scenic Lake District. The race features a 3.14 km (2.1 miles) out-and-back route with a significant climb of 405 meters (1329 feet). Starting from..

Start your New Year with the Clowbridge 5k on 1 January 2026, a scenic two lap trail around Clowbridge Reservoir. Friendly marshals, prizes and proceeds donated to local causes make this a festive community run.

Kick off the year with the Brampton Trail Run, a single lap 7 kilometre off road route through scenic Cumbria. Expect muddy, undulating trails, a bespoke finisher medal and post race coffee and cakes to celebrate.

Take on scenic trails at Whinlatter Forest South with a dog friendly 5k or 10k, less technical routes and plenty of woodland views. Chip timed individual starts and GPX files make this a relaxed winter trail for runners with or without dogs..

Explore the wild Bowland fells in January with a challenging 13 mile trail around Slaidburn, offering about 2,000 ft of ascent and varied terrain. Support local foodbanks while enjoying a post race meal and a keepsake.

Hit the winter trails at Hamsterley Forest on 10 January 2026 with a Half Marathon or 10k across woodland tracks and scenic forest paths. Entries include a bespoke event mug, hot soup and roll and free photos to warm you after the run.

Bowland Ultra 2026 is a winter 42 mile challenge starting and finishing in Slaidburn, with rugged trails, boggy climbs and 1,700 m of ascent. Four aid stations, GPS tracking and hot food keep you moving while proceeds support Morecambe Bay..

Its Grim Up North Running presents the Skipton Sweetie Skedaddle in Skipton, starting near Aireville Park and finishing in town. The flat, towpath course runs along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal and offers distances from 5k to Ultra. Depend..

Night recce of the Montane Lakeland 50 and 100 route from Ambleside to Coniston, a 16 mile evening trail to mirror race conditions. For confirmed 2026 entrants only. Full kit required.

Take on the Stanbury Splash, a hilly 12 kilometre fell race around Haworth with stream crossings and moorland views. As the Woodentops series finale entries are limited so book now for a proper Yorkshire challenge.

Tackle a classic Cumbrian fell at Blake Fell Race starting from The Leaps in Kirkland on Saturday 24 January 2026. The senior route is a tough 9.5 km with 429 m of ascent and junior races for a range of ages.

Run Petzl Night Runner Rivington on Winter Hill at night, the series finale with reflective course signs and radio mast views. Pick 10k or half on rough off road terrain, earn a glow in the dark medal and bring kids for a free 1k.

On 25 January 2026 That's Lyth is a 23 mile winter walk from Kendal around Lyth Valley, visiting Scout Scar, Cunswick Scar and Whitbarrow Scar. Expect scenic views, rugged terrain and strict winter kit requirements for a challenge.

Take on NAV4 LAW75, a two day winter navigation challenge covering 75 miles from Skipton to Appleby along Lady Anne’s Way and scenic Dales trails. Indoor checkpoints, GPS trackers and mandatory winter kit make this a true test of endurance..

Take on a winter ultra around Pendle Hill from Barley with 45 mile and 30 mile options across moorland and villages, offering big climbs and stunning views. This popular, fully marked challenge is currently full so join the waiting list.

Run with your dog through scenic Grizedale Forest at the Lakeland Paws Grizedale Growl on Sunday 8 February 2026. Choose a 6K or 10K forest loop with marked, chip timed courses and dog friendly rules for up to two dogs per runner.