Trail Running calendar near Cragg Vale 2026-2027

Tackle the Swirral Grind 850 in Patterdale on 17 July 2026, part of the Rab Helvellyn Sky Ultra weekend, a pure uphill 6 km blast with 850 m of ascent to the summit. Expect steep paths, easy scrambling and stunning UNESCO World Heritage Sit..

Tackle the Rab Pinnacle Ridge Extreme on 18 July 2026 in Patterdale, a fierce 28 km ridge run around Helvellyn with 2700 m of ascent. Expect knife edge ridgelines, rock scrambles and strict entry vetting for experienced mountain runners.

Tackle the Rab Helvellyn Sky Ultra on 18 July 2026 in Patterdale with 57 km and 3700 m of ascent across classic Lake District ridgelines like Striding Edge. Expect rough mountain terrain, technical sections and unforgettable views.

Tackle a technical 29 km Sky Race around St Sunday Crag and the Eastern Fells in Patterdale on 18 July 2026. Fully waymarked with checkpoints and ITRA points, finishers get a wild flower seed medal and a vegan meal.

Explore Manchester on foot with Beyond Manchester on 18 July 2026, offering 55 km ultra and 25 km trail routes starting and finishing in Castlefield. City canals, Salford Quays and leafy trails combine for a scenic urban adventure.

Run a scenic 15 km loop with 680 m of ascent around Place Fell from Patterdale on Ullswater. Part of the Helvellyn Sky Ultra weekend, the fully marked trail features checkpoints, a mid race aid station and eco friendly finish treats.

Tackle a scenic 26 km trail from the centre of Hebden Bridge across open moorland, past Stoodley Pike and reservoirs, then return for a town finish. Enjoy flagged routes, marshals, a water stop and a finishers medal.

Tackle 12.9 km of classic Pennine fell running with 610 m of climb around Turnslack. Friendly club atmosphere, on the day entries welcome, refreshments and prize giving in Calderbrook Church community rooms.

Take on an 11 km fell run in the scenic York Dales near Ingleton with 600 m of climb for a proper hill challenge. Community event at the sports field, part of the Yorkshire Dales Classics, with advance and on the day entries.

Tackle a stunning 50 mile circuit through Wensleydale and Swaledale including the climb of Great Shunner Fell. Overnight challenge with checkpoints, trackers and food stops, limited to 250 entrants.

Cracoe Fell Races are a short, sharp test on rugged moorland near Skipton, featuring tussocks, ditches and a steep final climb to the summit. Junior races and on the day entry make it perfect for local runners and families.

Join the Pete Bland 50th Kentmere Horseshoe on Sun 19 Jul 2026 in the Lake District for a challenging 19.8 km course with 1006 m of climb around classic Lakeland tops. Pre entry required; refreshments and parking at Kentmere Village Hall.

Tackle a scenic but testing 9.7 km trail in Coniston's Lake District with 732 m of climb, part of the Coniston Country Fair on Sun 19 Jul 2026. Entry on the day is £6 or included with fair admission. Minimum age 18 and teams are not allowed..

Tackle the rugged Bowland slopes at the Hapton Fell Race, a challenging 5 miles with about 400 m of climb near Burnley. Day of entry makes it ideal for last minute plans and friendly club rivalry.

Run a scenic two lap 5 mile trail through Alderley Park's woodland, lakeside and working farm. Enjoy a commemorative technical finisher shirt, free parking and fast chip timing with instant results.

Join the Ravenscar Rumble revisited, a scenic fell race in Ravenscar on Wed 22 Jul 2026 covering 10 km with 250 m of climb through the North York Moors. Tea rooms stay open for post run treats and entry is on the day only.

Tackle a classic Peak District fell run from Glossop Rugby Club up to The Nab, a challenging 4 miles with 365 m of climbing and great views. Open to runners 16 and over with pre entry and on the day entry and team places available.

Run Stately Trails: Aske at Aske Hall for an evening 5 km or 10 km loop, with a 5 km walk option. Limited to 200 runners, this mostly flat but muddy estate course winds through pastures and woodland for a scenic country trail.

On 23 July 2026 Stately Trails: Aske Hall invites you to scenic, fully marked estate trails at Constable Burton Hall through fields, tracks and woodland. Choose a 5km run or walk or a 10km challenge and enjoy post race food options.

Join Its Grim Up North Running at Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve on 23 July 2026 for a friendly 5k or 10k Summer Series run. Free parking and evening or on the day registration, with a medal, hot food and a drink for every finisher.