Trail Running calendar near Coniston 2025-2026

Tackle the Swirral Grind 850, a challenging uphill only 6 km climb with 850 m ascent to Helvellyn's Swirral Edge. Set in the Lake District UNESCO World Heritage Site, the event includes professional safety support and a quirky seed bomb fin..

Beyond Manchester starts and finishes in Castlefield and offers 55 km ultra or 25 km trail through canals, Salford Quays and the Irwell Sculpture Trail. Entries include finisher medal, chip timing, GPX files and feed stations.

Take on the Rab Pinnacle Ridge Extreme around the Helvellyn Massif from Patterdale on 18 July 2026. This 28 km 2700 m skyrun features exposed ridgelines, scree descents and five hands on scrambles; entry is vetted.

Take on the Rab Helvellyn Sky Ultra in Patterdale on 18 July 2026, a rugged 57 km with 3700 m ascent over Striding Edge and Swirral Edge. Marked mountain trails, safety support and ITRA UTMB points await plus a wild seed bomb medal.

Challenge the St Sunday Sky Race in Patterdale on 18 Jul 2026, 29 km with about 2050 m ascent over technical ridges like Striding and Swirral Edges. Fully supported with checkpoints, tracking, ITRA points and a post race meal.

Tackle a scenic 15 km loop with 680 m ascent around Place Fell on Ullswater, featuring semi technical trails and panoramic climbs. Finish with a recycled seed bomb medal and vegan salty soup after a mid route aid station.

Tackle the classic Cracoe fell race near Skipton and Grassington with rough fields, tussocks and a sharp climb to the summit. Short but fierce 4.2 km course that rewards power and grit and counts towards the BOFRA championship.

Run or walk through the historic Aske Hall estate on gentle trails that cross parkland, terraced gardens and a lakeside Roman style temple. Pick a 5 km run or walk or a 10 km challenge and enjoy finisher food amid stunning countryside.

Classic Lake District ultra races from Coniston offering 100 mile and 50 mile trail challenges across rugged fells and scenic passes. Expect demanding terrain, checkpoints and a true fell running experience for seasoned ultrarunners.

Punk Panther Takes the Hindmost on 25 July 2026 is an elimination ultramarathon around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs, run as scenic 10 km laps with steady climbs. After four qualifiers the slowest runner each lap is eliminated until one ch..

Enjoy a flat, riverside run through Leeds with the AIRE Ultra Trail and Super Trail Half starting from Piglove By The River near Granary Wharf. Choose around 45 km ultra or 22 km half, pass nature reserves, and celebrate with a local medal..

Holme Moss Fell Race on 26 July 2026 is a thrilling 28.5 km moorland challenge with 1,285 m ascent, starting and finishing at Cartworth Moor Cricket Club. Expect rough remote terrain, river crossings and mandatory navigation and safety kit.

Take on the classic Ambleside fell race near Rydal Park, a short but sharp climb to a rocky summit set in Lakeland scenery. Open to seniors and juniors with age categories, this BOFRA counter promises a stiff test of speed and stamina.

She Strides is a women only 50K ultramarathon around Hebden Bridge and Haworth, winding across moorland and woodland with 1400 m ascent. Enjoy vegan friendly aid, an all female crew and a festive finish with hot food and a bar.

Run 37 miles with 4,800 ft of ascent along Isaac's Tea Trail through the North Pennines AONB and UNESCO Geopark. Stocked checkpoints, tracking, a branded mug and photos await solo runners or three person relay teams within a 12 hour limit.

Join the Farleton Knott fell race on Sunday 2 August 2026 for a steep 2.6 mile 4.2 km climb and descent with rewarding views from the top. Fast and scenic, the event welcomes juniors through seniors and has on site parking for a small fee.

Head to Arncliffe Village Green for the Arncliffe Gala fell race, featuring a steep climb to a summit and a thrilling return to the green and serving as a BOFRA championship counter. A separate 4 mile road race offers a road option for all..

Take on the Devil Half Marathon, a 13.1 miles trail through the Derwent Valley with 1666 ft of ascent. Finish with photography, music and a finisher T shirt plus cash prizes for top finishers.

Its Grim Up North Running’s Sir Titus Summer Trot takes place beside the canal near Saltaire’s world heritage village in Saltaire, Shipley, West Yorkshire. The event offers distances from 5k to Ultra, all on a largely flat towpath suitable..

Tackle the classic Ilkley Skyline loop from The Hermit Inn, summiting Beamsley Beacon, Round Hill and sweeping moors on a scenic unmarked fell route. Choose 22 miles or 35 km for a true moorland running challenge with checkpoints and aid st..