Trail Running calendar near Dalston 2026-2027

Experience a timed canicross event in the scenic Dodd Wood with 5 km and 8 km course options. Run with up to two dogs or solo on a fully marked trail route overlooking Bassenthwaite Lake.

Cottam Canter on 9 May 2026 is based at the UCLAN Sports Arena and uses a 5K loop along the Lancaster canal and through Haslam Park. Distances from 5K to ultra are offered, with an ultra time limit of six hours.

Test your navigation and endurance on this 14 mile fell race from Downham. Discover the rugged cloughs and moorland of Pendle Hill with 4100 feet of climbing and technical terrain.

Experience a classic 14.5 km fell race starting and finishing at Rydal Hall in Ambleside. This clockwise horseshoe route features over 900 meters of elevation across the scenic Lakeland fells.

The Lap is a fully signposted 72 km ultra marathon circumnavigating Lake Windermere. With generous support, a 24-hour time limit, and stunning Lake District trails, it's designed to be an accessible introduction to the ultra distance.

Experience a self navigated trail event at Sutton Bank with distances of 8, 17, and 28 miles. Navigate the North York Moors in this circular race series starting from the Sutton Bank Visitor Centre.

Join the final event of the Lakeland Paws season at Whinlatter featuring 5 km and 8 km trail routes. This dog friendly forest race offers individual starts and a summit climb to Seat How with no cut off times.

Avenham Amble in Preston offers 10K, half, marathon and ultra options on hard park paths around Avenham and Miller Park. Entries include refreshments and a bespoke medal; the ultra is limited to laps within a six hour time limit.

Experience the scenic landscape of Lancashire with 10k and 15k trail routes starting from the village of Scorton. Runners will follow marked tracks and fields reaching the summit of Nicky Nook for panoramic views.

Test your strategy at this unique 10km trail race in Chopwell Woods where you choose your own start time. Face the clock in a race where the person who starts the latest and finishes before the cutoff wins.

Take on the classic Latrigg fell race in Keswick, Lake District on 13 May 2026, a short but steep 3 mile climb with great views. Entry is available on the day for a small fee on a fully flagged route for runners aged 13 and up.

Tackle the Caw fell race in the Lake District on Wednesday 13 May 2026, 9.3 km with 550 m climb from Broughton Mills. Day of race entry, great views and a classic fell running challenge for all abilities.

Experience a lapped trail run or walk through the exclusive parkland and gardens of Constable Burton Hall with distances for different ages and a post race hot dog included.

Explore the Yorkshire Dales from the market town of Skipton with four course options ranging from a half marathon to a 50 mile ultra featuring the Pennine Way and Malham Tarn.

The classic Sedbergh Fell Race ascends Winder, offering a short but steep 3.5 km course with 340 meters of climb. It is a BOFRA championship event with dedicated junior races. The race starts from The Showfield in Sedbergh.

Old County Tops is a Lake District fell race at New Dungeon Ghyll in Great Langdale on 16 May 2026. Expect a long, demanding 59 km mountain course with 3050 m of climb, raced in pairs for a thrilling test of endurance and navigation.

This 5.2 mile fell race in North Yorkshire takes runners from Appletreewick to the summit of Simons Seat. The senior only event features a 1200 ft ascent and includes a drink at the finish line.

Join experienced guides for a 12 mile guided recce of the Lakes in a Day first section. Experience the ascent of Blencathra and the technical Hallsfell Ridge descent in a small group setting with transport included.

Experience a 50 mile journey along the historic Lancaster Canal from Kendal to Preston. Run the full distance solo or join a four person relay team to explore picturesque towns and coastal views.

Experience a 13.2 mile trail run through Black Hambleton and Silton Woods featuring ancient trods and forest tracks. This small event offers sweeping views of the North York Moors and welcomes runners with canine partners.