Trail Running calendar near Cockermouth 2026-2027

Enjoy a 7 hour timed trail on a generally flat loop along the River Wear with stunning Cathedral views in Durham. Choose distances from 3 km up to ultra and 50 km with aid stations, vegan options, medals and goody bags for finishers.

Run a scenic trail half from Housesteads Roman Fort along historic Hadrian's Wall to Hexham, finishing by the River Tyne. Enjoy stunning views plus a finisher T shirt, medal and snack, with shuttle bus options to the start.

Join the Scare Bear Run 2026 in Durham for a scenic river trail challenge with cathedral views. Pick your distance in a 7 hour time challenge and lap as many times as you like.

Tackle a scenic but testing 50k across the Yorkshire Dales on 17 October 2026 from Grassington, passing Malham Tarn and Buckden Pike with 1260 m of ascent. Self navigated trails reward map skills and include remote aid, live tracking and a..

Four Reservoirs Ultra Trail Run near Shotley Bridge on 18 Oct 2026 sends runners over moorland ridges, wooded gorges and past four scenic reservoirs. Choose 25 km or 53 km, enjoy live chip timing and finisher kit on trails like Derwent Walk..

On 24 Oct 2026 Punk Panther Nidderdale Way offers scenic trail runs along the Nidderdale Way through Ripley Castle, Brimham Rocks and Scar House Reservoir. Distances from 13 to 55 miles with UTMB qualification, live trackers and hot food.

The James Coulson Laxey Fell will take place in Laxey on Saturday 24 October 2026. You can run 13 kilometers.

The Nidderdale Way Ultramarathon will take place in Pateley Bridge on Saturday 24 October 2026.

Run the Bronte Way fell race through the South/West Pennines, a scenic 12 km point to point with 351 m of climb. Pre entry only with limited bus support and a warming soup and roll at the finish make this a classic autumn challenge.

Take on the classic Buttermere fell race on 25 October 2026 at Gatesgarth Farm, a tough 5 km senior route with 600 m of climbing plus short junior races. Enjoy a traditional shepherds meet atmosphere, entry on the day and a warm drink.

Run the Lakeland Trails at Helvellyn on 31 October 2026, from Glenridding on Ullswater into the foothills of Helvellyn in the Lake District. Choose 5k, 10k or 15k routes across scenic, varied trail terrain for a crisp autumn challenge.

Take on a scenic 10 Miles loop around Derwent Water at the Derwentwater Ten, a classic road race hosted by Keswick AC. Enjoy tarmac roads, rolling lakeside views, mid race drinks and a lively finish on 1 November 2026.

Scenic trail runs from Glenridding around Ullswater, offering 10k and 14k options with a unique steamer start when conditions allow. Expect rocky, rooty trails, compulsory kit checks and a memorable lakeside finish.

Tackle a scenic but testing fell race in Dunnerdale, Lake District: 8 km with a 550 m climb over rugged hills. Pre entry only, join solo or as a three person team for a classic Broughton Mills Village Hall start.

The Narradale Fell Race will take place in Sulby on Saturday 7 November 2026. You can run 20 kilometers.

The Saturn Remembrance Run 2026 - North East takes place in Durham City at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club. This inclusive trail running event features a timed challenge lasting 6 hours and 32 minutes, allowing participants to run distances..

Join the Remembrance Run 2026 North East in Durham for a scenic trail along the River Wear with cathedral views. Complete 3 km or more to earn a themed Remembrance medal in this timed event that includes a two minute silence.

Run Bolton Abbey on 8 November 2026 offers scenic, hilly trails through Bolton Abbey with distances from a family 2.4 mile to a half marathon. A Remembrance Day silence will be observed and proceeds support Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice.

Explore forest trails at Slaley Hall on 15 November 2026 with half marathon and 10 km options across the Slaley estate. Canicross friendly, every finisher gets a medal, hot drink and a bacon sandwich.

Tackle the sweeping slopes of Arnside Knott in the Dave Shinn Memorial Race, a testing 6 mile fell route with 333 m of climb. Enter on the day at Hollins Farm and enjoy cake, local camaraderie and stunning Lake District views.