Trail Running calendar near Cleator 2025-2026

Run a scenic Half Marathon or 10 km through quiet country lanes of the Lorton Valley with Lake District views, starting and finishing near Cockermouth. Friendly event with live chip timing, medals and post race goodies for all finishers.

Run the Whinlatter Moon Runner 10k under head torches through Whinlatter Forest near Keswick. A very hilly, waymarked night trail with eco friendly touches, a keepsake memento, free photos and wildflower seeds.

Discover the Little Lake District on the Anglezarke Amble, a scenic challenge across Rivington, Anglezarke and Turton Moors with 16 or 24 mile routes. Expect reservoir views, moorland climbs and welcoming checkpoint refreshments.

Tackle steep climbs, rough moor and fast paths at the Flower Scar Fell Race near Todmorden, a challenging 13.3 km with 660 m of ascent. Winter conditions require full FRA winter kit, with prizegiving and hot food at Todmorden Cricket Club.

Join walkers and runners for the Cracoe Cracker Challenge 2026, a scenic 25 miles or 12 miles route through the Yorkshire Dales from Cracoe Village Hall. Limited places make this a popular event and new entries are on a waiting list.

Take on scenic trails around Derwent Reservoir with 5 mile and 10 mile routes through woodlands, firm paths, and grassy tracks. Enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal and Wild Deer swag, with the 5 mile open to canicross runners with your dog.

Experience a magical night run through Whinlatter Forest with fully marked, chip timed 5k and 10k routes under head torch light. Bring up to two dogs or go solo on mellow trails and forest roads in this family friendly Lakeland Paws event.

Culzean Castle Trail Runs return on Sunday 1 March 2026 with 5 km, 10 km and half marathon options across scenic coastal woodlands. Canicross friendly, all finishers get a medal, Wild Deer merchandise and a snack.

Born 2B Wild III is a 5k (ish) trail race set in Hamsterley Forest, open to participants of all abilities. The route promises an immersive nature experience with mud, hills, and obstacles, and may include follow-the-trail sections. The even..

Celebrate the 40th Two Crosses Circuit on 8 March 2026 from Greenmount, with scenic routes across Western Pennine reservoirs and moors. Choose 26 or 18 mile options for runners and walkers and enjoy a challenging countryside adventure.

Take on the Granny's Bay Challenge in Lytham St Annes, a scenic 6 hour timed event along the Ribble estuary with coastal views and a flat tarmac course. Only 100 places available and a medal awaits anyone completing one lap.

Take on the CBTE Morland Marathon on 8 March 2026, a scenic 30 mile trail near Penrith through the Eden Valley and along the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Expect 3000 ft of climbing, varied off road terrain, GPS tracking and a finisher shirt..

Take on the Haworth Hobble, a 51 km moorland traverse around Haworth, Todmorden and Hebden Bridge across rugged gritstone trails and exposed moors. This challenging fell race demands navigation and winter skills for a bold spring adventure.

Experience a scenic 20 kilometre single lap around Buttermere and Crummock Water on varied off road trails, from lakeshore to woodland. Limited to 200 runners, this undulating route mixes runnable sections with technical, rough stretches.

Run 100 km across the Lake District on Lakes Traverse 2026, a coast to coast ultramarathon from St Bees to Shap on 28 to 29 March 2026. Expect dramatic fells, lakeside trails and a tough, unforgettable experience for seasoned runners.

Run through the stunning Lake District at the Grasmere Wild Trail Runs on 28 March 2026, with scenic 5 km and 10 km routes past Grasmere and Rydal waters. Canicross friendly, every finisher gets a medal, Wild Deer merchandise and a snack.

Run the Northern Traverse 2026, a self supported multi day ultra along Wainwright's Coast to Coast from St Bees to Robin Hood's Bay. Cover about 300 km and 6,500 m of ascent across three national parks for an epic end of March challenge.

The Dales Traverse is a 55 km ultra along Wainwright's coast to coast from Kirkby Stephen to Richmond, climbing the Nine Standards through the Yorkshire Dales. Expect rugged scenery, navigation tests and a self sufficient adventurous vibe.

Explore Whinlatter Top on wide forest tracks in the Lakeland Paws Tour de Whinlatter, choosing a 9k or 12k off road route with rolling climbs. Dog friendly with harnesses to borrow and chip timed for a calm trail experience.

RunThrough Lake District Trail Running Festival offers 53k and 23k routes around Derwent Water and classic fells for breathtaking lake and summit views. Enjoy live tracking for ultras, chip timed results, a themed medal and a hot meal.