Trail Running calendar near Darwen 2025-2026

Run the Dales Traverse, a 55 km ultra from Kirkby Stephen to Richmond across the North Pennines and Nine Standards, finishing below Richmond Castle. Expect rugged, self sufficient adventure through spectacular Dales scenery.

Tackle the Moors Traverse, an 80 km ultramarathon following Wainwright's coast to coast route across the northern edge of the North York Moors with about 1,600 m of ascent. Remote trails, hearty aid stations and a dramatic finish at Robin H..

Explore quieter forest tracks around Whinlatter Top in this chip timed Lakeland Paws event offering 9 km or 12 km routes with rolling climbs. Dog friendly with harness required and borrowable kit available, perfect for trail lovers.

Join a guided recce of the iconic Paddy Buckley leg from Ogwen Valley to Capel Curig in Snowdonia, covering 16 km with 1,245 m of ascent. Small groups led by experienced mountain leaders deliver a scenic, challenging day on classic Welsh pe..

Take on the finale of the Shropshire Winter Series at Ercall Wood, a tough 8.8 km fell race climbing 519 m on scenic Ercall Hill. Pre entry or on the day entries accepted and junior races run for ages 12 to 17.

Take on Trunce 1 on Mon 30 Mar 2026 at Oxspring Playing Field in the Peak District, a testing 6.2 km fell course with 190 m climb. Entry is £3 on the day and juniors can join a 3 km race for £1.

Join the Pete Hartley Memorial Liver Hill fell race on Tue 31 Mar 2026 in the South West Pennines, starting from Marl Pits Sports Centre in Rawtenstall. A punchy 7 km with 250 m climb, open to age 16 and over with entry on the day for £5; j..

Tackle 50 miles from Manchester to Liverpool along the Trans Pennine Trail, Manchester Ship Canal and River Mersey on Good Friday. A scenic point to point ultra with checkpoints, live tracking and 14 hour cutoff for a true endurance test.

Join the Pink Moon Ladies Trail Half Marathon, a women only trail run through Sutton Springs Wood on 4 April 2026. Finishers get a medal and campfire cake with hot drinks while supporting The Elm Foundation.

Join a scenic trail run around Carsington Water on Saturday 4 April 2026 with 10K and half marathon options on undulating paths around the reservoir. Finish in the lively event village with food, freebies and a focus on sustainability.

Classic Lake District fell run from New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, a sharp 3.5 mile course with 2100 ft of climbing over rough rock and moor. Day entries welcome; bring map, compass and waterproofs for this high country test.

Pick your distance from 5k to ultra and motor along the flat, scenic Leeds and Liverpool Canal towpath at Rodley, with marshals, regular feed stations and a bespoke finisher medal. A friendly, well signed trail run for every pace.

Enjoy a scenic, multi terrain loop around Chasewater Reservoir this Easter with friendly marshals, bespoke medals and optional costume fun. Distances from junior runs to 20k make it perfect for families and club runners alike.

Join the Alan Kirk Memorial Lad's Leap on Sun 5 Apr 2026 in Crowden near Woodhead for a testing 9.5 km moorland race with 518 m of ascent and spectacular Peak District views. Teams welcome and entries available on the day.

Run a scenic 10 kilometre mix of road and trail around Helmsley on an undulating single loop through woods, fields and the market town. In its 15th year, this friendly race raises funds for the open air pool and local Samaritans.

Inaugural Halifax Urban Trail on 6 April 2026: a just over 10K route from Shibden Hall through iconic buildings like the Piece Hall and Halifax Minster. Discover spaces not normally open to the public while supporting Overgate Hospice.

Join this friendly 3 mile race in Haworth on the South West Pennines, climbing 100 m over a scenic course around the Old Sun Hotel. Every finisher gets a Cadbury's Creme Egg and winners take Easter eggs, with chip butties at the pub after.

Experience the wild beauty of the North Pennines UNESCO Global Geopark from Stanhope, tackling moorland climbs, waterfalls and woodland single track trails. Choose a 10k or half marathon, with waymarking, feed stations and a finishers mug.

Run the Punk Panther Ripon Stinger on 11 April 2026, a scenic trail through Fountains Abbey, Studley Water and Hackfall Woods with 13, 20 or 35 mile options. Tackle rolling climbs, soak up great views and earn a finisher medal and T shirt.

Challenge yourself on the Calderdale Hike, a scenic but testing set of 16, 24 and 35 mile circular routes across the high Pennine valleys around Sowerby Bridge. Expect steep climbs, moorland views, kit checks and hearty post hike food.