Trail Running calendar near Dalston 2026-2027

A three day outdoor festival at Drumlanrig Castle in Dumfries and Galloway from 26 to 28 June 2026 featuring enduro, gravel and trail events alongside wellness sessions and live entertainment. Results will be posted on race day.

A local fell race in the South/West Pennines, covering 10.5 km with 370 m of climb and views of Hameldon Hill and Mitchell House reservoir. Entry fees differ for affiliated and unattached runners and the event is based at Accrington Cricket..

An evening trail running festival at Calderglen Country Park on 26 June 2026, with races from a toddler dash to a 10k, chip timing, marshalled courses and an after-race buffet. A donation is made from each 5k and 10k entry.

Trail runs in Chopwell Woods offer mapped 5, 10 and 15 mile routes through mixed woodland with live chip timing. Finishers receive a medal, a burger or alternative, and a drink.

A new 3.45 miles / 6.00 km fell race on 27 June 2026 around Kirkby-in-Furness, climbing 750 feet. The event counts for the BOFRA Championship and includes junior and senior age categories.

A return fell race from Alston playing field to Park Fell and back, covering 6.2 km with 211 m of ascent. It marks the Alston Gala 50th Anniversary and donates entry fees to the local mountain rescue team.

An annual charity event in Kettlewell organised by the local mountain rescue team, offering three routes from 17 miles to a 4.5 mile family walk. Proceeds support the rescue service and refreshments are included with entry.

Two trail races at Honister Slate Mine on 27 June 2026 combine fell climbs with a 700 m underground tunnel section. Routes are flagged and marshaled, helmets and headtorches are required, and the event is open to those aged 16 and over.

A functional fitness race at Riverside Arena in Ayr on 27 June 2026 combining ten Xercises and repeated running segments. Entries include solo, doubles and five person relays with a LITE weight division and an 18 plus age limit.

An obstacle 5k at Herrington Country Park on 27 June 2026 where participants climb, crawl and slide through a mixed-surface course. Waves run every 15 minutes, minimum age 13, with fundraising and a finishers medal included.

Trail Blazer Coastal Edition near Widdrington advertises a 10K course that runs closer to 12K along the Northumbrian coastal path. The day features live music, food vendors, drinks, llamas in a field, and no cut-off times.

A category 'AM' fell race near Mungrisdale covering 13K with 825m of ascent, serving as a counter in the 2026 English Fell Running Championships. The classic route is enforced and competitors need solid navigation and mountain-craft skills.

A club-organised 7 mile trail race around Trawden, passing the foothills of Boulsworth and through Wycollar. The course is about 11.3 km with 450 ft of ascent and is held at Trawden Recreation Ground under UK Athletics rules; entry £10.

Gategill Fell Race on Wed 1 Jul 2026 in the Lake District is a short steep 3.6 km climb that tests hill running and grit. On the day entries only, wear grippy shoes and enjoy refreshments as proceeds support the local community.

A mountain fell race on 1 July 2026 from Ribblehead to the top of Whernside. The 10.5 km route climbs about 468 m, follows the old hikers route and the Three Peaks walkers path back to The Station Inn.

A summer evening 5 km series across three Edinburgh parks with chip timing, marked courses, finisher medals and category prizes. Enter single races for £12 each or all three for £30.

A traditional parish boundary run and walk around Patterdale with four route options from a 28 mile full boundary to a family downhill minibeat. Entry fees support Patterdale C of E Primary School and St Patrick's Church.

An upland trail race from Muker to Tan Hill covering about 31.7 km with nearly 3,000 ft of ascent. The route follows Coast to Coast and Pennine Way sections, includes staffed aid stations, mandatory kit checks and a 200 runner limit.

A 15.5 km upland trail race in Muker on 4 July 2026, starting near Usha Gap Campsite. The route climbs Swinner Gill, descends Gunnerside Gill and follows the Pennine Way through riverside meadows.

A 20 mile unmarked upland race around Cheviot and Hedgehope near Wooler on 4 July 2026, with a same route non competitive challenge walk. Entrants are limited to 300 and mandatory navigation and kit are required.