Trail Running calendar near Cockermouth 2026-2027

Join this flexible seven hour time challenge along the River Wear in Durham. Run or walk any distance from 3km to an ultra marathon to earn a themed medal and a bobble hat.

Experience a festive out and back fell race in the dark climbing 370m to the summit of Chapelfell Top. This 6.6km pathless challenge requires navigation skills and extensive fell racing experience.

The NAV4 Tour de Helvellyn is an unmarked 38 mile winter mountain ultramarathon around the Lake District. This self reliant event requires advanced navigation skills and experience in tough mountain conditions.

Join the Chopwell Woods Christmas Trail Races on 20 December 2026 for festive trail fun across a Santa Mile, 4 Mile and 8 Mile routes suitable for kids and adults. Enjoy seasonal scenery and family friendly racing with entries open now.

Experience a unique navigation challenge where you are blindfolded, dropped at an unknown location, and tasked with finding your way back to Skipton without maps or GPS.

Ring in the New Year with a 7-mile fell race, starting with a live bagpiper. After the run, celebrate with a pint, pie, and live music at The Crown Pub for a private post-race party.

Start the new year with an undulating 7 km trail run through the scenic landscape of Brampton. This off road race features mixed terrain and concludes with a bespoke medal for all finishers.

Test your resilience in this winter half marathon to the summit of Hedgehope and back. This fully marked fell run features seasonal conditions and a warm bowl of soup for all finishers.

Test your endurance on the waymarked trails and moorlands of the South Pennines. This winter ultra challenge offers 45 and 30 mile routes through the scenic landscapes of East Lancashire for both runners and walkers.

Experience a unique 10 mile nighttime trail run through the fabled Simonside Hills of Northumberland. Navigate rocky trails and steep climbs under the stars in this atmospheric winter event.

Experience the beauty of the Lake District with this road race through the Lorton Valley. Choose between a half marathon or 10km distance starting in Cockermouth with no cut off times and live chip timing.

Experience a 30 mile trail ultra through the beautiful Eden Valley and the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. This event features mixed terrain with 3000 feet of elevation for solo runners walkers and relay teams.

Experience a classic 15 km fell race through the South West Pennines. Starting from Barley Village Hall, this event features 545 meters of ascent and requires navigation skills for all participants.

Run through the 642 acre Culzean Castle estate in Ayrshire featuring coastal cliffs and woodland trails. Choose between 5km, 10km, or half marathon distances at this dog friendly event with live chip timing.

Experience a circular 20 km trail race around the scenic shores of Buttermere and Crummock Water in Cumbria. This fully marked low level route features a mix of woodland tracks and technical lakeshore paths.

A 50 mile ultramarathon licensed by the Trail Running Association and held under UK Athletics Rules. This event requires participants to be over 20 years old and have prior experience in organized marathon distance races.

Run the iconic Cumbria Way over three days on a guided journey through the Lake District. Cover 71 miles from Ulverston to Carlisle, with luggage transfers and accommodation included. It's a small-group challenge for experienced trail runne..

Join a guided trail running weekend in the Yorkshire Dales to tackle the legendary 24 mile Three Peaks Challenge. Enjoy coaching, bunkhouse accommodation, and a social group atmosphere while summiting Pen-y-Ghent, Whernside, and Ingleboroug..

Experience a 31 mile ultra marathon from Innerleithen to Edinburgh. This single day event features a scenic route with 2,793 feet of ascent and is part of the legendary nine day SCOTIA challenge series.

This UKA regulated running event takes participants on a journey from Gretna Green to Penrith. Runners can choose between standard entry or a package including a race t-shirt and hi-viz jacket.