Trail Running calendar near Cumbria 2026-2027

Experience a scenic coastal run along Scarborough’s historic Cinder Track. With distances ranging from 5K to a full marathon, this off-road event offers woodland views and a commemorative medal for every finisher.

A club organised 12 km fell race with about 490 m of ascent around Old Town, Hebden Bridge, including a flagged section through the private Castle Carr estate. Pre-entry is required and strict FRA kit rules apply.

Experience the beauty of Swaledale in this half marathon trail race featuring moorland tracks and iron age sites. Enjoy a fully marked course with a post race hot soup and roll at the finish.

Experience a marathon distance trail run through the heart of Swaledale and Wensleydale. This event features moorland tracks, historic landmarks, and hot post race catering at the Dales Bike Centre.

A junior fell running race in the Pennines for ages 6 and up. The 2 km course starts near a classic pub. Entry is available on the day.

Experience an evening trail run around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs. Choose from 5km, 10km, or half marathon distances in this head torch event with a friendly atmosphere and finisher medals.

Experience an undulating off road trail run through Cuerden Valley Park. Complete as many five kilometer laps as you choose within a six hour limit to earn your finisher medal.

Part of the BOFRA Championship, this fell race in West Cumbria features a steep 700 meter climb to the summit of Kirk Fell. Runners compete across junior and senior categories at the historic Wasdale Head Show.

Tackle the classic Langdale Horseshoe fell race on Sat 10 Oct 2026 in Great Langdale, Lake District. Covering 21 km with about 1450 m of ascent, this tough but scenic race rewards strong hill skills and pre entry is required.

Choose your challenge in this flexible 7 hour event along Durham's River Wear. Run laps to earn a themed medal and goody bag. An aid station supports your chosen distance.

A trail half marathon along Hadrian's Wall from Housesteads Roman Fort to Tyne Green Country Park in Hexham, covering 13.5 miles. The event features staggered group starts, required shuttle transport to the start, bag drop and live chip tim..

Enjoy a flexible time challenge along the scenic River Wear in Durham. Complete as many laps as you wish over seven hours to earn a unique themed medal and goody bag.

Tackle the Viking Chase, a 12 km fell race across the North York Moors on 11 Oct 2026, featuring 572 m of climb and sweeping moorland views. Entry on the day, adults only, with proceeds to Cleveland Mountain Rescue.

Take on the Withins Skyline, a scenic 10.1 km fell race near Haworth in the South West Pennines with roughly 300 m of climb. Friendly entries, series options and a Cadbury Curly Wurly plus free coffee await at the finish.

Join this inclusive canicross event at Pennington Flash Country Park for a run with your dog. Choose between two distances on scenic, flat trails through forests and along beautiful lakeside paths.

Test your navigation skills in the Yorkshire Dales with a self navigated ultra tour from Grassington. Choose between 100km, 50km, and 25km distances across runnable trails and moorland.

Experience a challenging ultra distance run through wild moorlands and epic climbs around Ripponden. Choose between a 40 or 80 mile route starting from Hebden Bridge with indoor checkpoints and hot food provided.

Enjoy a scenic run, jog, or walk through the Yorkshire countryside with distances ranging from 5k to a half marathon. Finishers are rewarded with a medal, hot food, and a drink in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Choose your challenge from a 10k to an Ultra Marathon on a scenic multi lap course through Knaresborough. Enjoy historic Yorkshire charm and parkland views with full marshal support and bespoke finisher medals.

Experience the landscape of County Durham on a trail run through moorlands and woodland gorges featuring two distances and views of four scenic reservoirs.