Trail Running calendar near Coniston 2025-2026

Join the Alan Kirk Memorial Lad's Leap on Sun 5 Apr 2026 in Crowden near Woodhead for a testing 9.5 km moorland race with 518 m of ascent and spectacular Peak District views. Teams welcome and entries available on the day.

Enjoy a scenic 10K plus trail from Shibden Hall to the heart of Halifax, threading through historic buildings usually closed to the public. This inaugural race supports Calderdale Overgate Hospice.

Join this friendly 3 mile race in Haworth on the South West Pennines, climbing 100 m over a scenic course around the Old Sun Hotel. Every finisher gets a Cadbury's Creme Egg and winners take Easter eggs, with chip butties at the pub after.

Experience the wild beauty of the North Pennines UNESCO Global Geopark from Stanhope, tackling moorland climbs, waterfalls and woodland single track trails. Choose a 10k or half marathon, with waymarking, feed stations and a finishers mug.

Bruce's Crown Race is a challenging 46 mile team endurance route across three Galloway ranges with over 4000 metres of climbing and demanding navigation. Teams of 2 to 4 tackle the wild course within a 24 hour cutoff while supporting Gallow..

Heart of Granite on 11 April 2026 is a rugged 20 miles mountain loop through Galloway summits, demanding navigation and experience. Finishers get vegetable soup and a local beer while supporting Galloway Mountain Rescue.

Tackle the iconic 26 mile Allendale Challenge around the North Pennines in support of the volunteer North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team. Enjoy rugged peat bog scenery, chip timing and a shirt and pin while helping a vital charity.

Run the Punk Panther Ripon Stinger on 11 April 2026, a scenic trail through Fountains Abbey, Studley Water and Hackfall Woods with 13, 20 or 35 mile options. Tackle rolling climbs, soak up great views and earn a finisher medal and T shirt.

Challenge yourself on the Calderdale Hike, a scenic but testing set of 16, 24 and 35 mile circular routes across the high Pennine valleys around Sowerby Bridge. Expect steep climbs, moorland views, kit checks and hearty post hike food.

Experience epic Lake District trails from Keswick with 53k and 23k options that climb iconic peaks and circle Derwent Water. Expect live tracking for ultras, marshalled routes, a themed medal and a hot post race meal.

The Jeffrey's Mount Figure of Eight on Sat 11 Apr 2026 in the Lake District is a classic 7.8 km fell race with 530 m of climb that rewards stamina and navigation. On the day entry is £8 and proceeds support Macmillan Cancer Support.

Tackle the classic Wardle Skyline, a scenic fell race in the South West Pennines on Sat 11 Apr 2026. The 11.3 km route climbs 381 m from Wardle Square and accepts pre entries and same day entry for runners after a spirited hill challenge.

Run the Summit 2 Sea off road half marathon along the Offa's Dyke Trail from Moel y Parc to Prestatyn beach. About 13.8 miles of rewarding climbs and a big descent to sea level with stunning views and a real sense of adventure.

Run the scenic trails of Bramham Park at the Yorkshire Trail Runs with 5km, 10km and half marathon options suitable for a range of abilities. Expect live chip timing, a medal and goodies at the finish and a canicross friendly atmosphere.

Explore the wild Howgills from Sedbergh on 12 April 2026 with 10 km, half marathon or full marathon options on scenic trails. Mandatory kit and minimum age 16 apply, and entries include a finisher medal, timing and photos.

Spring in Lakeland on 12 April 2026 in Ambleside is a scenic 23 mile route with about 4,400 ft of ascent through Tarn Hows and Coniston. Open to runners and walkers, the event is full with a waiting list and requires navigation and kit.

Join the Dashing Dog Charity Run in Durham for a scenic choose your distance 7 hour time challenge along the River Wear with Cathedral views. Run as many laps as you like, earn a dog themed medal and support local dog rehoming charities.

Take on a 7 hour timed trail along the River Wear near Durham, flat signed footpaths with cathedral views. Choose your distance from short loops to ultramarathons, walkers welcome and proceeds support local dog rehoming charities.

Run the Rivington 10 miles Trail Challenge on 12 April 2026, a scenic chip timed route around Rivington Village, White Coppice and Wheelton plantation. Popular and often sold out, finishers earn bespoke medals and top prize categories.

Take on the Hooded Horse Fell Race in Kilburn, North York Moors on 12 April 2026, a challenging 10.7 km course with 390 m of climb through forest and moorland. Pre entry only; adults 18 plus welcome.