Trail Running calendar near Cockermouth 2026-2027

A licensed 10 km trail race in Gisburn Forest on 1 August 2026, organised by Pendle Trail Running Club. Entries open in April with entry fees, a race medal, professional photography, chip timing and optional t shirts available.

A fell race on Farleton Knott covering 2.60 miles with 750 feet of climb, listed as a BOFRA Championship counter. Location notes include LA6 1PB, grid reference 536814, and a £3 parking charge.

A short fell race at Steel End Farm, Thirlmere in the Lake District covering 4 km with 400 m of climb. Day entry is available free, minimum age 16, and the race carries FRA permit and UK Athletics insurance.

Part of a four-event 10k series, the Darlington Trail 10k is a fast, flat course in Low Coniscliffe, Darlington, open to all ages and abilities. All entrants receive a medal and goody bag, with prizes for top finishers and a series league.

A five mile out and back cross-country race across Eshton Moor along the Pennine Way near Calton, held at Old Hall Farm, Gargrave. Categories range from under 9 to seniors and a number of perpetual trophies are awarded.

The GBultras | Ultra Great Britain will take place in Stranraer on Saturday 8 August 2026.

A 215 mile coast to coast ultra along the Southern Upland Way from Portpatrick to Cockburnspath, with 12 checkpoints, mandatory kit, GPS tracking and a 100 hour cutoff; entry is by application and places are limited.

A short fell race from Arncliffe Village Green featuring a steep climb to a cairn and a mixed descent. The event counts for the BOFRA Championship and runs alongside a separate four mile road race.

A 17 kilometre fell race on the east side of the Duddon Valley with 906 metres of ascent and summit checkpoints including Grey Friar and The Old Man of Coniston. Navigation is by traditional map and compass and strict mandatory kit checks a..

A 13.1 mile trail half marathon in the Derwent Valley on 9 August 2026, featuring 1666 ft of elevation and the Clockburn Lonnen in the first mile. The event includes on-course photography, post-run refreshments, a finisher T-shirt and cash..

Experience 13 miles of scenic fells and trails starting from the historic Lowther Castle. This marked course features river crossings and 1400ft of ascent with all proceeds supporting the Eden Valley Hospice.

The Boulsworth Fell Race will take place in Wycoller on Sunday 9 August 2026.

The Jackhouse Reservoir Trail Race will take place in Accrington on Tuesday 11 August 2026. You can run 5 miles.

Join this classic Keswick fell race in the Lake District on Wed 12 Aug 2026 for a lively 4.7 mile trail challenge with 280 m climb and a summit of Latrigg. On the day entries are welcome, fee £5 and runners must be 16 or older.

Join the Rusland 5, a scenic fell race across Rusland Showfield in the Lake District featuring a 4.8 mile route with 310 m of climb and shorter senior and junior options. Race entry is free; the show costs £5 and accepts entries on the day.

Trail runs of 5, 10 and 15 miles across the private Lambton Estate in County Durham, with mixed terrain, live chip timing, canicross friendly rules and on-site parking.

A trail half marathon around Morland in the Eden Valley, largely off road with mixed terrain and about 1330 ft of elevation. The partially self navigated route passes rivers, becks, woodlands and pastures and includes two aid checkpoints.

Join the Keswick Sports Fell Race in the Lake District on Sun 16 Aug 2026 for a punchy 3 mile, 290 m climb course from Fitz Park Cricket Pavilion. Entry on the day and juniors welcome with big prizes for record breakers.

Ribble Runfest on 16 August 2026 is a multi-distance event around Avenham and Miller parks in Preston. Distances range from 10K to an ultra on a looped hard-surface course with a six hour time limit.

Challenge yourself on the Sedbergh Hills fell race: 14 miles across scenic Yorkshire Dales with roughly 6000 ft of climb, testing endurance and navigation. Pre entry only via SI Entries; post race prizegiving and running camaraderie await.