Trail Running calendar near Dalby Forest 2025-2026

The Devil HM is a 13.1 mile trail half on 9 August 2026 starting and finishing at the Land of Oak and Iron in Winlaton Mill. Expect 1666 ft of climbing in demanding Derwent Valley terrain, finisher shirt, music, photos and cash prizes for t..

Tackle a classic Saddleworth fell race with sweeping views over Manchester on a testing 10 km course with 400 m of climb. Mass start from the Cross Keys Inn with on the day entry available and a well earned chip butty at the finish.

Take on the classic Whittle Pike fell race in the South West Pennines on Wed 12 Aug 2026, roughly 5.5 miles with 550 m of climb from Cowpe Village Hall. Entry on the day is available for £5, teams welcome and runners must be 16 or over.

Join the Sir Titus Summer Trot on 15 August 2026 in Saltaire for largely flat towpath runs from 5k to ultra, finishing by the canal with a bespoke medal and tasty post race treats. Friendly, scenic and suitable for many abilities.

Tackle the Ilkley Skyline on 15 August 2026, a 22 mile fell run with 3000 ft of ascent across Ilkley, Burley and Rombalds Moors. Looping from The Hermit Inn, enjoy wild moorland views and test your navigation on unmarked trails.

Take on summer trail runs around Lambton Castle, passing woodland, fields and estate roads with 5, 10 or 15 mile options. Canicross friendly and all finishers receive a bespoke medal and event goodies.

Tidal Trails in South Shields mixes beach and trail running with live music, food and family beach games. Pick an 8km or 2km run, try barefoot sprints or the family relay then unwind in the lively event village.

Take on the Piethorne Fell Race on Sun 16 Aug 2026: a 10 km test with 275 m of climb across the scenic South West Pennines. Starts at the Bulls Head in Newhey with cash prizes for record breakers and both pre entries and on the day entry.

Challenge yourself on the Sedbergh Hills fell race: 14 miles across scenic Yorkshire Dales with roughly 6000 ft of climb, testing endurance and navigation. Pre entry only via SI Entries; post race prizegiving and running camaraderie await.

Take on the Fellrunner on Sunday 16 August 2026 in Crowden in the Peak District, a testing 12.9 km course with 518 m of climb across wild moorland and open fell. Pre entry and on the day entry available; open to runners aged 18 and over.

Join Scarborough AC for an 8.6 mile fell race across the North York Moors, featuring 475 m of climbing and sweeping moorland views. Entry on the day makes this a great spontaneous stop in the Dave Parry Esk Valley summer series.

Take on Othnesbery’s Revenge Half Marathon, a scenic trail 13.1 mile challenge across heather moorland with a climb up Roseberry Topping in the North York Moors. Limited to 50 runners for an intimate, memorable race experience.

Join Its Grim Up North Running's pop up Summer Evening Series in Bingley on 20 August 2026 for a friendly 5k or 10k. Enjoy a jumble medal, hot food, a beer or soft drink and a sweetie bag; register online or just turn up on the night.

The Gateshead Trail 10k is a scenic, traffic-free 10-kilometre trail race in Swalwell, Gateshead, weaving through the Derwent Walk Country Park. The fast course features wide paths, only a few inclines, and a double-loop at the top, keeping..

Enjoy a summer canal towpath run in Kirkstall with distances from 10k to marathon on a flat, lapped course. Friendly race extras include a bespoke finisher medal, post race BBQ and a £1 donation per runner to the Hollybush charity.

Take on the Trunce 8, a classic Peak District fell race starting and finishing at Oxspring Playing Field. The 6.2 km route climbs 190 m and entry is on the day for £3, with a junior 3 km race for over 10s at £1.

Take on iconic Roseberry Topping in the North York Moors on a short, steep fell race with a 2.3 km route and 217 m of climb, offering stunning views. Entry is on the day and juniors are welcome with parental consent.

Join Its Grim Up North Running for a relaxed pop up summer run in Kirkstall, Leeds on 27 August 2026. Choose 5k or 10k, register on the night and enjoy hot food, a jumble medal and a beer or soft drink after the finish.

Punk Panther Dales Dazzler is a scenic trail run from Skipton through the Yorkshire Dales offering distances from 13 miles to 50 miles. Expect rugged climbs, iconic Dales villages and well stocked checkpoints for a true adventure run.

Take on the Weardale Agricultural Show Fell Race on 29 August 2026 in St John's Chapel. A lively 4 km fell run with 120 m of climb across classic upland terrain, plus fun junior showground races and easy entry on the day.