Trail Running calendar near Cockermouth 2026-2027

Test yourself on a scenic fell course in the South West Pennines near Kelbrook, 5.5 km with 213 m of climb. On the day entry only, £7, with £2 parking at The Old Barn. Teams welcome and minimum age 16; no junior races.

Experience a challenging offroad journey through the Tweed Valley with the Peebles Pootle. Choose between two demanding distances featuring grassy ridges and panoramic views in the Scottish Borders.

Experience a weekend of off road running in the Lake District featuring trail races, a 24 hour ultra, and navigation challenges. Choose from multiple distances and formats in a celebrated landscape with onsite camping facilities.

A fully waymarked 42 km trail around Grasmere and nearby valleys with about 1905 m of ascent. The event provides course drinks, a checkpoint with snacks, tracker hire, mandatory kit checks and a Langdale slate medal at the finish.

Explore the quiet paths and rural villages of the Yorkshire Dales at the Settle Saunter. Choose between 10k, half marathon, or 23 mile routes through picturesque fells and market towns.

Take on a 33.5 mile Ultra, 21.5 mile Trail 20 or 10 mile route around Ullswater, finishing in Glenridding. Enjoy stunning Lake District views, stocked feed stations and a bespoke finisher medal.

A trail event around Ullswater with three distances: 33.5-mile Ultra with extra loops, a 21.5-mile full lap, and a 10-mile finish from Pooley Bridge to Glenridding. Registration is at Jenkins Field with compulsory kit and age limits.

Tackle Paddy's Pole fell race in the Bowland fells near Chipping, Lancs, a punchy 6 km with 336 m climb that rewards hill legs. Pre entry is required, entries limited to 140 so book early and consider car sharing as parking is limited.

Discover a five mile fell race in Kettlewell featuring two major climbs and scenic grass tracks. This hilly event includes a unique pursuit of a rat runner for a special prize and follows a classic clockwise loop through the fells.

Experience a unique vertical race in the Lake District featuring a 650m ascent over a 2.4km uphill course. Reach the iconic summit of Harrison Stickle and enjoy live music at the finish in a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Experience a technical 63 km mountain ultra through the heart of the Lake District featuring 4400 m of ascent. This skyrunning event takes runners over England’s highest summit on challenging single track trails and ridges.

This 56-mile ultramarathon traverses Scotland's scenic Southern Upland Way. With significant elevation and a strict 20-hour cutoff, it offers a supported trail challenge for experienced runners.

Event Overview The Ultra Scotland 100 is a 104-mile ultramarathon with an elevation gain of 4,611 meters. It takes place along the Southern Upland Way, one of Scotland's Great Trails. The event is limited to 250 participants and has an over..

Experience a technical 21km trail run through the heart of the Lake District UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring 850m of ascent and stunning valley views.

Experience the beauty of the Lake District with this supported trail event starting in Kendal. Choose from distances ranging from 10 km up to a 100 km ultra marathon and enjoy full hospitality along the route.

Test your physical and mental boundaries at the Glentress 8 Hour Challenge. Join a passionate community of runners for a transformative journey to unlock your potential and embrace the extraordinary.

Experience a classic Yorkshire mountain race featuring 500 meters of climbing over a 12.2 km course. This event takes runners to the summit of Pen y Ghent and back through the scenic landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales.

Take on the classic Ennerdale Horseshoe in the Lake District, a tough 23 mile fell race with big ascent and stunning mountain scenery. Entries are limited and on the day places may be available, creating a competitive scenic challenge.

Experience 13.2 miles of flagged trails through the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Starting in Threshfield, this course features over 2000 feet of ascent and includes an event memento for all participants.

Explore the Lake District on stunning trails around Coniston Water and the Coppermines Valley. Choose from a 10k run or a 16k challenge and race, all starting from a vibrant event village with live music. Enjoy panoramic mountain views on w..