Trail Running calendar near Cragg Vale 2025-2026

Light up the forest on Valentine's night with the Whinlatter Moon Runner, a 10 km head torch trail through Keswick's atmospheric, very hilly woods. Expect twisting tracks, glow, a branded memento and post race treats for a memorable winter..

Take on the Anglezarke Amble, a scenic challenge walk from Rivington across the West Pennine Moors. Choose the 24 mile long route open to runners and finish within 10 hours to enjoy checkpoints, refreshments and a finisher certificate.

The Billing is a winter 14 km trail race around the Billing and Leeds Bradford Airport on 14 February 2026. Expect muddy climbs, fully marked trails and a small field, so bring a waterproof jacket and your own water bottle.

Run around scenic Carsington Water with a choice of half marathon or 10K along undulating reservoir trails. Kilometre markers, a themed medal and post race goodies await at this friendly RunThrough event.

Take on the Winter Half Tour of Bradwell on Saturday 14 February 2026, a challenging 28.2 km fell route across classic Peak District terrain. Expect winter conditions, dramatic views and a friendly, well organised event with electronic timi..

Tackle a challenging 10.4 km trail through the North York Moors, starting from St Helens Church in Carlin How with 350 m of climbing and great moorland views. Entry on the day for up to 120 runners makes it a lively local race.

Tackle the Bleasdale Circle fell race on 14 Feb in the wild Bowland hills, an 8 km loop with steep climbs and classic winter fell conditions. Limited to 100 pre entries, this club race welcomes teams and urges full kit with a whistle.

A 7 hour timed run along the River Wear in Durham with cathedral views and looped laps from 3 km to 50 km. Aid stations, vegan options and finisher medals make it friendly for all abilities.

Tackle PECO XC League Race 5 at Roundhay Park, Leeds on 15 Feb 2026, a cross country test of about 4.5 to 5 miles over undulating terrain. Club runners contest men's and ladies divisions in this popular regional league.

Trails and Tails 15 Feb 2026 offers scenic 4 mile and 8 mile trail runs for runners and Canicross competitors with chip timing and medals for all finishers. Bring your dog for prizes and enjoy runnable trails and great views.

Smurf Run North offers a 7 hour time challenge along the River Wear with cathedral views, letting you tackle distances from 3 km to ultra. Finishers get themed medals, distance pins and a tasty goody bag with vegan options.

Take on a Pennines fell race Sun 15 Feb 2026 at Booth Cricket Club, a testing 8 km with 381 m climb over moorland that needs some navigation. Pre entry or entry on the day up to 100 runners; full body cover required and parking limited.

Hoppits Hill Fell Race in Mirfield, West Yorkshire is a 5 km single lap fell with 210 m of climb, ideal for hill runners. Junior races join the Yorkshire Junior Championship; pre entry and limited on the day places available.

Explore scenic trails around Cracoe in the Yorkshire Dales with 12 or 25 mile options for walkers and runners. Places are limited and the event is currently full with a waiting list, with checkpoints, hot drinks and a finish meal to reward..

Choose distances from 9 miles up to a 37 mile ultra on the Winter Railway Ultra, a scenic route along the River Severn on a disused railway between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth. Enjoy regular aid stations, great riverside views and nearby vill..

Challenge yourself on the Flower Scar Fell Race near Todmorden a winter fell race covering 13.3 km with 660 m of ascent across steep climbs, rough moor and fast paths. Full FRA winter kit is mandatory and advance entry is required.

Doctors Gate Fell Race in the Peak District is a classic 12.7 mile course with about 1000 m of climb across open moorland where navigation matters. Open to adults with on the day entry available, it is part of the FRA English Champs.

Enjoy scenic winter trail running around Derwent Reservoir with 5 and 10 mile routes weaving through woodland, firm trails and grassy sections. The 5 mile is canicross friendly so bring one controlled dog for a shared adventure.

Tibthorpe Loop Half Marathon in the Yorkshire Wolds on 28 Feb 2026 offers 13 miles of undulating trail and 1,200 ft of climb. Chip timed finishers receive a wildflower seed medal and the event donates part of each fee to local charities.

Take on the Chester Ultra 50, a scenic 50 mile trail ultramarathon near Chester on 28 Feb 2026 through Helsby Hill, Delamere Forest and the Sandstone Trail. Expect rugged terrain, about 849m ascent and limited places.