Trail Running calendar near Congleton 2026-2027

The Hawkswick Dash is a classic short fell race in the Yorkshire Dales. The 1.4-mile course features a steep climb to a ridge and a fast, technical descent. It's a popular BOFRA championship counter suitable for all age groups.

Experience a scenic half marathon through the historic 100 acre Harewood House estate. Run past the Emmerdale sets and the Eccup Reservoir while enjoying wooded trails and lakeside views.

Experience a 11.3 km fell race through the spectacular limestone scenery of Settle featuring 600 m of ascent. This classic route includes steep climbs up High Hill and views of the 3 Peaks in North Yorkshire.

Celebrate community at Oakwell Hall with a multi terrain cross country challenge and family fun run. This commemorative event features a 6.5 km undulating course along with food stalls and entertainment for all ages.

Experience England longest continuous climb during a day of closed road running and cycling events in Mytholmroyd. Choose from multiple distances including a 10 mile run, a 60K sportive, and timed hill ascents.

Tackle the Trunce 5, a lively fell race in the Peak District around Oxspring offering a hilly 6.2 km route with about 190 m of climb. On the day entries are welcome and juniors over 10 can take part in a 3 km race as part of an eight race s..

Experience a focused fell race in Darwen featuring three distinct climbs including Jubilee Tower and the steep Aggies Staircase. This four mile course offers 350 meters of ascent over moorland and rough paths.

Run a midsummer evening 10K on the scenic trails of National Trust Lyme. This single-lap route features 272m of elevation, views over Manchester, and a fully marked course. All finishers receive a bespoke medal, with free parking and chip t..

Experience a 7.5 km Category AS fell race in Todmorden featuring 375 m of elevation gain. This well marked course is ideal for beginners and concludes with refreshments and prizes at a local pub.

Experience a category A/S fell race through the moorland and forest trails of Crompton Moor. This event features steep shale descents and scenic climbs reaching the provincial Trig Point before finishing near the local quarries.

Join this flexible evening race series along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal with 5k and 10k options. Runners enjoy hot food and a drink at the finish with no advance booking required.

Experience the Reservoir View Fell Race, a 10.5 km BM category fell run starting from Accrington Cricket Club. Navigate 480 meters of elevation in this scenic Friday evening event.

Join the Whaley Waltz, a lively fell race in Whaley Bridge that winds 5.8 miles with 274 m of climb through classic Peak District terrain. A friendly carnival vibe, prizes and charity fundraising make it a brilliant summer challenge.

Experience an undulating trail run around the scenic Carsington Water reservoir. Choose between a 10k or half marathon distance and enjoy chip timed results and a bespoke medal in a beautiful countryside setting.

Lapped trail event at Burrs Country Park in Bury supporting The Sunnywood Project. Multiple lap distances, on course aid station and parking near The Sunnywood Hub.

Join the Eldwick Gala fell race in the South West Pennines, a scenic but testing 3 mile course with 168 m climb and short junior races. Limited to 200 runners, this community event blends tough trails and festival fun.

Experience a unique multi stage trail enduro through Sheffields beautiful parkland. Run 11 timed stages individually or in pairs and enjoy a social atmosphere with a post race party and live music.

Support mountain rescue in the Yorkshire Dales with the Wharfedale 3 Peaks Challenge. Choose from 17, 13.5, or 4.5 mile routes through the scenic peaks and valleys starting from the village of Kettlewell.

Looped races at Chasewater Country Park offer 5K laps for options from 5K up to a full marathon, a relatively flat mixed-surface course with park facilities and aid stations, and a finisher medal and occasional snack.

A long distance fell race covering 15.5 miles and 2950 feet of ascent through the Hayfield landscape. Registration is available on the day for runners aged 18 and over who carry full mandatory kit.