Trail Running calendar near Cragg Vale 2026-2027

Take on the scenic Chicken Run in Hayfield, Peak District, with two route options over challenging fell terrain. Friendly community vibe, cakes and refreshments at the school, and proceeds support Hayfield Primary School.

An AS-category fell race by Keswick Athletic Club in the Lake District, covering 7.2 km with 543 m of ascent to Causey Pike. The route includes marked summit sections and three marshal points, and full FRA kit plus a base layer is mandatory..

Scenic trail races at Leighton Hall include a flowing 10k through farmland and reedbeds and a 21k half marathon with estuary and Lake District views. Earlybird places are limited and dogs are not permitted.

A fell race in the Dee Valley of just over 6 miles with about 2100 ft of ascent, finishing near Moel y Gamelin at 1893 ft. Race HQ is at the Conquering Hero in Rhewl and the event is run under WFRA rules.

Run beneath the Sherwood Forest canopy on undulating multi terrain trails at Sherwood Pines, with 20 mile, half marathon, 10k and junior distances for every runner. Organised by Nice Work with bespoke medals, free photos and a Racecheck Gol..

Classic fell race over 6.5 miles and 260 m ascent across Pennine moorland, with stream crossings, boggy trods and a climb up Pule Hill. Join Holmfirth Harriers at Marsden Cricket Club on 15 March 2026 for a muddy, scenic challenge.

A chip timed 5 mile community trail run in Bolton on 15 March 2026 with a 300 runner limit and entry from £15. The event is organised by Burnden Road Runners and held at Smithills Sports Centre.

Test yourself on Sun 15 Mar 2026 in the Lake District with a 15 km fell race from Muncaster Castle featuring 620 m of climb over rough, sometimes navigational terrain. Entry is cash only on the day, £5, teams welcome.

A three hour score mountain marathon from the Crooked Billet in Worsthorne on 15 March 2026, run over rough moorland. Solo or pair running is allowed with individual entry and full FRA kit required.

An approximately 10 km, mainly off road trail race around Mellor and the River Goyt valley with about 300 m of ascent. The well waymarked course uses chip timing, includes marshals and a finisher memento, and is for runners aged 16 and over..

Enjoy a scenic, non competitive 20 mile trail run or hike around Burrs Country Park, linking six charming villages through woodlands and meadows. Friendly checkpoints and proceeds support local youth and community projects.

A 55 mile ultramarathon from Guisborough to Helmsley across the North York Moors, following the Cleveland Way with over 2700 m of ascent. The route uses timed checkpoints, mandatory kit and spotchecks; drop bags are limited to two locations..

A 14 km Category BM fell race on Chevin with about 650 metres of ascent. The partly flagged route starts and finishes on Station Road, uses a provided map and passes checkpoints including Surprise View, Danefield and Fells Plantation.

Discover the Trails of Mena in Derbyshire, a scenic clockwise trail from North Wingfield with 20 mile and marathon options, varied climbs, woodland and 5 Pits Trail views. Finishers receive a medal and warm refreshments.

Take on Otley's scenic 10 km fell race on 21 March 2026, with 390 metres of climbing through Chevin Forest and Surprise View. Organised by Great Owl Running, the single lap starts and finishes on Station Road with post race refreshments at..

A five-mile trail race at Egerton Cricket Club in Bolton on Saturday 21 March 2026, with affiliated and unaffiliated ticket options priced to include a booking fee.

Take on the rugged Beater Clough Fell Race near Portsmouth Village on 21 March 2026. This challenging 10.9 km course packs steep climbs and rough descents across moorland for a true fell running test.

A non-profit ten mile mixed-terrain race at Delph Cricket Club on 21 March 2026 with separate runner and weighted TAB categories; proceeds support the Royal Marines Charity and the Firefighters Charity.

Run the Canalathon along the scenic Rochdale Canal towpath from 10 km to a 100 km ultra, crossing Yorkshire and Lancashire. Flat, fast towpaths, marshals and aid stations, and a festive finish at Sowerby Bridge.

Experience a scenic 20 kilometre single lap around the shores of Buttermere and Crummock Water on 22 March 2026. Undulating, varied trails and limited places make this lakeside challenge a must for trail lovers.