Trail Running calendar near Cumbria 2025-2026

The NAV4 LiAD Recce - Helvellyn to Ambleside is an organized event designed for participants to explore a section of the route in the company of experienced NAV4 tutors and fellow LiAD participants. This recce covers approximately 11 miles, featuring significant ascents and key navigation points, in..

The Yorkshire 3 Peaks 70/100km Ultra is a renowned trail running event taking place in North Yorkshire, celebrated for its stunning limestone trails and breathtaking scenery. Scheduled for September 20-21, 2025, this ultra-distance race caters to all levels of runners, from beginners to elite athlet..

The Hardmoors 60 is an endurance running event that takes place along the scenic Cleveland Way, stretching from Guisborough to Filey. Participants will traverse a 60-mile route that showcases beautiful coastal resorts and fishing villages, including Saltburn, Staithes, and Scarborough, while primari..

The Holcombe 10 is an exciting running event featuring both a 10K and a 10-mile race, set against the stunning backdrop of Holcombe Moor. Organized in collaboration with the National Trust, participants will experience scenic routes that highlight conservation efforts in the area. The race begins at..

The Cow Shed Backyard Ultra is an endurance running event held on September 20, 2025, at Wheelbirks Farm in Northumberland. Participants run a 4.1-mile loop every hour on the hour until only one runner remains, with the last person standing crowned the winner. The event features both individual and..

The Great Whernside Fell Race is a challenging 4-mile event featuring an ascent of 1,558 feet, starting from Scabbate Gate in Kettlewell. Participants climb through fields, rocky terrain, peat bogs, and steep rocky ground to reach the summit of Great Whernside before descending back to the start. Th..

The Thornthwaite Round is a 15.6 km trail race held near Keswick, designed to raise funds for the restoration of Thornthwaite Church. The course features forest tracks, grassy ridges, and open fell, passing checkpoints at Lord’s Seat, Broom Fell, Brown How, Whinlatter, and Seat How. The route is mar..

The Anne Allan Trail Run is a charitable event dedicated to raising funds for Motor Neurone Disease in memory of Anne Allan, a beloved member of Alnwick Harriers. This event features a scenic 9 km circular route through the beautiful Ingram Valley, combining both road and trail sections. Open to par..

The 13 Valleys Ultra is an annual trail running event held in the Lake District National Park, offering distances of 22 km, 55 km, 110 km, and 180 km. Participants traverse scenic routes through valleys, lakes, and fells, with checkpoints and feed stations along the way. The event promotes environme..

The Orton Fell Race is a challenging running event taking place at Orton C of E Primary School. Scheduled for September 27, 2025, the race features a distance of 10 km (6.2 miles) with a climb of 258 meters (846 feet), categorized as a BS race. Participants must be at least 16 years old, and entry f..

The Two Breweries Hill Race is an annual running event held in the scenic Scottish Borders, covering a challenging 30 km (18 miles) route with an ascent of 1500m (4900ft). Starting at Traquair House and finishing at Broughton Ales, the race celebrates local breweries and the spirit of hill running...

The Punk Panther Yorkshire Reservoir Dogs is a scenic running event that features a variety of distances, ranging from a half marathon to an ultramarathon. The course, designed by the Punk Panther team, showcases beautiful waterside views as it winds past seven picturesque reservoirs, including Lind..

The Thieveley Pike Fell Race is an annual running event organized by Clayton-le-Moors Harriers, featuring a challenging course of 4.3 miles (7 km) with an ascent of 1310 feet (400 m). The race takes place in Cliviger, near Burnley, and is known for its scenic yet demanding terrain, including steep c..

The Cheshire Ring Ultra 100 is an exciting 100-mile ultramarathon set to take place in Manchester, featuring a scenic route that connects several canals, including the Bridgewater, Macclesfield, and Trent & Mersey Canals. Participants will navigate the course with support from 11 checkpoints, where..

Rombald's Romp Fell Race is an exciting annual event organized by the North Leeds Fell Runners, featuring a challenging 13km (8.1 miles) course with a 370m (1214ft) ascent. The race is categorized as BM, indicating a medium distance with hilly terrain. Participants must carry mandatory gear, includi..

The Bridgeathon, organized by Preston, Fylde & Wyre Running, is a multi-distance running event featuring a 10K, half marathon, marathon, and ultra marathon. Set along the scenic Lancaster canal, participants will encounter 43 bridges throughout the marathon route. The event offers a flat course, ide..

The TriWorks Floors Castle Trail Race is a scenic running event set against the historic Floors Castle in the Scottish Borders. Participants can choose between a 10km race, which involves two laps of a 5km course, a 5km race, or a Junior 3km race for younger runners. The course features undulating g..

The CBTE Charm Bracelet 100 is a challenging long-distance ultra marathon set against the stunning backdrop of the UK's national trails. Taking place in Dufton, participants will traverse a 104-mile route that includes the Pennine Way, Teesdale Way, and Cleveland Way, featuring over 6000 feet of ele..

The Hodgson Brothers Mountain Relay will take place in Glenridding on Saturday 4 October 2025.

The Manchester Backyard Ultra will take place in Manchester on Saturday 4 October 2025.