Trail Running calendar near Commondale 2025-2026

Silent Night Race is a challenging night fell run to Chapelfell Top under starlight, testing navigation on rough, pathless terrain. Strict kit and proof of prior off path navigation are required, and entry is adults only.

Take on the Beyond the Lune Skyline Winter Ultra, a 65 km / 40 mile winter trail loop near Kirkby Lonsdale with 2000 m ascent and seven summits. Self navigate boggy footpaths, enjoy two warm feed stations and a hearty finish.

Join the PieAthlon 6 km trail run around Longwood with three pie tasting stations and a fun fancy dress vibe. Medals for all and prizes for top finishers make this community event part race part party.

Join Beyond the Lune Winter Editions for festive trail runs from The Royal Barn in Kirkby Lonsdale, with 5 km, 10 km and 20 km routes over rivers, footpaths and fells. Hot drinks, treats and a finisher beer add extra festive cheer.

Calverley Chaos is a Christmas edition 12 km trail race along the Calverley Millennium Way, taking in canal towpath and countryside views and based at The Railway Inn in Leeds. Entry is limited to 100 runners so book early.

Join the Cragg Vale Christmas Score Event on 20 December 2025 at Cragg Vale Church for a fun 90 minute orienteering challenge. Visit controls to collect points, enjoy a bacon or vegan bap, and support Cragg Church refurbishments.

Experience night orienteering at historic Oakwell Hall, navigating woods, parkland and formal gardens by headtorch as the Elizabethan manor glows nearby. Choose from four courses 1.1 to 4.0 km with on site support and a cafe for hot drinks.

Celebrate the season at Chopwell Woods on 21 December 2025 with festive trail routes for family 1 mile, 4 mile and 8 mile runners through atmospheric woodland. Finishers get medals and mince pies and canicross is welcome.

Join Wharfedale Harriers on 21 December for The Stoop, an 8 km fell race at Penistone Hill Country Park with about 250 m ascent. Expect a festive vibe with a free Santa hat, post race tea and a Curly Wurly, and team entries welcome.

Take on Orrest Sun Up in Windermere on Sun 21 Dec 2025, a bracing one mile climb to Orrest Head with stunning Lake District views. Entry on the day from The Phoenix Centre is £5 with donations supporting local community charities.

Orienteering at Oakwell Hall country park on Sunday 21 December offers mixed woods, parkland and varied terrain for runners of all abilities. Novice and family courses include navigation help and hireable timing dibbers, so newcomers are we..

Celebrate the shortest day with the Winter Solstice Strider, a magical night run through St Ives Estate in Bingley raising funds for Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice. Choose a 5k or 10k on multi terrain trails or run virtually and get a bespoke..

Celebrate the shortest day with an 8 mile trail run along St Cuthbert's Way from Hethpool to Wooler. Cheviot Trail Events provides transport to the start; trail shoes recommended and dogs are not permitted.

Celebrate Boxing Day with the Chevin Chase, a hilly 7 mile road and trail loop around scenic Otley Chevin near Guiseley. Chip timed and supporting local causes, finishers choose a technical shirt or a tree planted in their name.

Celebrate Boxing Day with the Whinberry Naze fell race in Rawtenstall, a punchy 4 mile course with 229 m climb across Pennine fells. Enter on the day for a festive atmosphere, fancy dress prizes and a friendly post race vibe.

Join EPOC MapRun in Greenhead Park, Huddersfield, with routes from 1.4 to 4.9 km for all abilities. Use the MapRun app or grab a map, enjoy the park cafe and return to the Community Room when you finish.

Join the Guisborough Woods Fell Race, a tough 5.5 mile three lap forest course with steep climbs and technical slippery descents. Part of the Dave Parry Lets Run Winter Series, it welcomes seniors, teams and juniors.

Join the Booze Run on Sunday 28 December 2025 in Arkengarthdale for a scenic 9 km trail through the Yorkshire Dales with rewarding climbs and a pub checkpoint in Booze. Friendly atmosphere, on the day entries welcome and prizes for first ma..

Explore York on foot at New Earswick Urban on Sunday 28 December starting at New Earswick Bowling Club. Choose from five courses ranging from family friendly to challenging urban routes, including a junior and family course. Entries close 2..

Bilberry Fields Winter is a friendly Category AS fell race on 29 December 2025 near Todmorden, featuring a well marked 7.4 km course with 371 m of climb that suits beginners. Race HQ is the Hare and Hounds pub where refreshments and prize g..