Trail Running calendar near Darwen 2025-2026

Run scenic lakeside and trail courses at the Nottingham Running Festival in Colwick Park on 30 Aug, with races from juniors to a four lap half marathon. Celebrate with a medal, chip timing and a lively event village supporting local hospice..

Tackle the Hebden Fell Race on Monday 31 August 2026 at Powder House Field for a sharp 1.5 mile challenge with roughly 400 feet of climb. Expect a steep ascent, topside running and a testing uphill finish through walls and streams.

A short, steep fell race at the Reeth Show, taking runners across fields up to Fremington Edge and back through quarry workings to finish on the showfield. Competitive and family friendly with junior and senior categories for all ages.

Join the Eyam Fell Race, a scenic yet testing 10 km fell course from Eyam to Sir William Hill and across Abney Moor with steep descents. Places are limited by pre registration and there is a BBQ and bar plus a junior 3 km on the day.

Challenge yourself on the classic Muker Show Fell Race in the Yorkshire fells on Wednesday 2 September 2026. A short but brutal route plunges through the river then climbs to Fremington Edge for a thrilling, punchy finish.

Join the Rasselbock Backyard Ultra at historic Hardwick Hall on 5 September 2026. Run a single hourly 4.161 mile loop across the estate until one runner remains, and support ocean cleanup with OceanBottle.

Take on the Yr Wyddfa Snowdon Ultra 100, an epic mountain ultramarathon of around 100 miles starting and finishing in Betws y Coed. Rugged trails, strict kit rules, live GPS tracking and buckle awards await in scenic Snowdonia.

Run the Malham 10k on 5 September 2026, a scenic trail that passes Malham Cove and Tarn, climbs Weets Top then drops into a long panoramic descent. Enjoy rugged paths, big views and a lively finish.

Event overview Heights Ultra Trail is a charity running festival based at Colne Valley High School, Gillroyd Lane, Linthwaite, Huddersfield HD7 5SP. The event offers four marked races: 50 Mile 50 KM 27 KM 10 KM The event raises funds for..

Run a stunning half marathon around Malham Cove and Malham Tarn, featuring a climb to Weets Top and a long, rewarding descent with great views. Part of the Due North Trail Trilogy, entries include a post race meal, beer and event goodies.

Join the Kinder Barrel Race in Edale for a fun fell race day with teams carrying a barrel across the moors, plus an individual Pint and a kids Half Pint. Family friendly with stalls, drinks and all profits going to local schools.

Take on the Yr Wyddfa Snowdon Ultra 50, a rugged 45 mile mountain ultramarathon across epic Snowdonia scenery to the Snowdon summit. Based in Betws y Coed on 5 September 2026, the race offers live tracking, checkpoint support and finisher m..

Classic Peak District fell races from Hayfield Scout Hut offering a tough 24.5 km and a shorter 15.5 km option. Routes are mostly unmarked so runners must navigate and carry compulsory kit; entries accepted in advance or on the day.

Join the 50th Bullock Smithy Hike in Hazel Grove on 5 to 6 September 2026. This classic circular 56 miles challenge welcomes hikers and ultra runners for a scenic, rewarding weekend.

Take on the Blencathra Marathon, a scenic mountain marathon from Caldbeck that climbs five Wainwright summits, delivering sweeping Lakeland views and a serious challenge. GPS tracking, a finisher medal and a warm village welcome await.

Short, fierce fell race from Burnsall featuring a steep climb through heather to a cairn and a fast direct descent. A compact test of speed and hill craft that counts for the BOFRA Championship.

Run the spine of Wales in the legendary Dragon’s Back Race, a six day, 380 km ultra through rugged mountain terrain from Conwy Castle to Cardiff Castle. Choose the full route or shorter stage options to suit your adventure spirit.

The Ultra X England will take place in Edale from Saturday 12 September 2026 to Sunday 13 September 2026.

The Robin Hood 100 is a biennial 100 mile trail ultra from Retford through Sherwood Forest and along the Chesterfield Canal, passing the Major Oak. Expect runnable trails, steady climbs, well stocked aid stations and a 30 hour finish limit.

Conquer the Welsh 3000s in Snowdonia on a guided mountain run traversing all 15 peaks over 3,000 ft, including Crib Goch. Around 30 miles with 4,000 m ascent, this epic daytrip blends big mountain scenery with expert guides and support.