Trail Running calendar near Cumbria 2025-2026

Kick off 2026 at Whinlatter Forest with dog friendly 5k and 10k trail runs on the gentler south side, featuring marked, chip timed courses. Individual starts give dogs room and runners may take up to two dogs for a scenic, sociable run.

Kick off the year with the Brampton Trail Run, a single lap 7 kilometre off road route through scenic Cumbria. Expect muddy, undulating trails, a bespoke finisher medal and post race coffee and cakes to celebrate.

Bowland Ultra on 10 Jan 2026 in Slaidburn covers 42 miles with 5,577 ft of ascent across trails, tracks, road and boggy ground. Expect winter conditions, four aid stations, a finishers meal, GPS tracking and support for Morecambe Bay Foodba..

Event details The Yorkshire Trail Runs at Harewood House take place on 10 January 2026 at Harewood House, Harewood, Leeds, LS17 9LG. Distances and minimum ages are: 5 km (age 11+) 10 km (age 15+) Half Marathon (age 17+) Route maps are pub..

Event overview The Winter Wipeout! is a deep winter fell run on Saturday 10 January 2026, starting at Ingram Cafe, NE66 4LT. The route is a roughly half marathon (approx.) out-and-back to the summit of Hedgehope and back to the start. The c..

Tackle a rugged winter half in the stunning Forest of Bowland around Slaidburn, supporting local foodbanks. Expect 13 miles with big climbs, unmarked route and variable January conditions, then enjoy a hot meal and a memento at the finish.

Embrace a winter trail challenge at Hamsterley Forest on 10 January with Half Marathon or 10k routes through twisting woodland tracks and open gravel. Celebrate at the finish with a bespoke event mug, hot soup and atmospheric forest views.

Its Grim Up North Running presents the Skipton Sweetie Skedaddle in Skipton, starting near Aireville Park and finishing in town. The flat, towpath course runs along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal and offers distances from 5k to Ultra. Depend..

Tackle the 24 mile Trigger Fell from Marsden to Edale across Bleaklow, Black Hill and Kinder. Run for Woodhead Mountain Rescue in this classic winter fell challenge with rugged terrain, mandatory kit checks and limited places.

Challenge yourself on scenic winter routes from Mytholmroyd with 22 or 15 mile options featuring over 4000 feet of climbing and varied Pennine terrain. Not suitable for beginners; come prepared for steep ascents and winter conditions.

Join a guided recce of the Hardmoors 55 route from Osmotherley to Helmsley, covering about 25 miles with experienced leaders and sweepers. Not a race, with checkpoints, post run soup and hot drinks and an optional return bus.

Punk Panther Green Gateways Punk Panther Green Gateways is a trail race in and around Leeds, starting and finishing at Otley Cricket Club (LS21 1RB). The route follows the Green Gateways/Meanwood Valley Trail and stays largely off-road whil..

Night recce of the Montane Lakeland 50 and 100 route from Ambleside to Coniston, a 16 mile evening trail to mirror race conditions. For confirmed 2026 entrants only. Full kit required.

The Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge in Durham is a trail running event held at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club along the scenic River Wear, offering views of the Cathedral. Participants can run as many laps as they wish within seven hours, with..

Event details The Stanbury Splash takes place in Haworth, West Yorkshire on 18 January 2026. The race distance is 12 Kilometres. The event is organised by Wharfedale Harriers. Entry fee is £9.00, which covers race fees, card charges and adm..

Tackle a classic Cumbrian fell at Blake Fell Race starting from The Leaps in Kirkland on Saturday 24 January 2026. The senior route is a tough 9.5 km with 429 m of ascent and junior races for a range of ages.

Epic Events' Petzl Night Runner Rivington returns to Rivington and Blackrod High School, Rivington Lane, Bolton (BL6 7RU), for the final Night Runner event of the series. The night race offers a 10k trail and a Half Marathon, both on a full..

Tackle a midwinter multi terrain 10k or 16k in Leeds from the Kirkstall Bridge Inn. Enjoy a single lap of scenic canal and riverside trails with about 200 m of climb for a challenging and rewarding winter run.

Take on flat beach and trail routes at Druridge Bay Country Park with 10 km or half marathon options. Live chip timing, medals and canicross friendly entries make this scenic seaside run ideal for fast times and finish line smiles.

Event The Half & Half is a 10 km race that combines trail and road running. The route starts on trails for the first half, featuring rugged, muddy paths and obstacles, then switches to a road return on tarmac all the way to the finish...