Trail Running calendar near Darwen 2026-2027

Join the Dark Side Of The Combe on Mon 31 Aug 2026 in the Lake District as part of the Black Combe Country Fair at Bootle. This 12.5 km fell race with 625 m ascent is a tough, scenic test and has on the day entry.

Take on the Barrow Keswick Show Fellrunner on Mon 31 Aug 2026 in the Lake District: a punchy 6.5 km four mile course with 425 m climb, starting in the show ring and finishing by the showfield. Entry on the day £10, ages 15 and up welcome.

A 10 km fell race in Eyam on 1 September 2026 with moorland climbs to Sir William Hill and a 3 km junior race. Prizes come from The Barrel Inn at Bretton and a barbecue and bar operate after the race.

Kilnsey Crag Fell Race at the Kilnsey Show in the York Dales is a short, steep blast up iconic Kilnsey Crag that tests speed and nerve. The senior race is pre entry only while free junior races make it a lively family event.

Muker Show Fell Race on 2 September 2026 is a short fell race of 1.40 miles (2.25 km) with a 550 feet climb, featuring a river crossing, a climb to Fremington Edge and a finish in the show ring and counting for the BOFRA senior championship..

Evening 5 mile fell race from Whitworth over Brown Wardle, Middle Hill and Hades Hill, with FRA kit, cut off on the first climb and team competition for adults.

Challenge yourself on the Great Longstone Chase, a classic fell race in the Peak District with 4.8 miles of rugged trail and 290 m of climb. Limited to 200 pre entered runners, the event also offers junior races and post race refreshments.

A 10 km trail race in Malham on 5 September 2026 that passes Malham Cove and Malham Tarn, includes a climb to Weets Top and a long descent with views. The course is partially way marked and includes drinks stations and a post race meal.

A charity trail running festival near Huddersfield with 50 mile, 50 km, 27 km, 10 km and a junior 1.4 km run, waymarked routes, timed results and staffed feed stations.

Two linked fell races from Hayfield in the Peak District offer a 24.5 km, 1270 m ascent or a 15.5 km, 650 m option, both requiring navigation and mountain experience. Entries open pre and on the day, 200 places; full kit and map compulsory.

A 102 mile, 5,172 m elevation ultramarathon across Snowdonia on 5 September 2026 with 11 checkpoints and a 42 hour cut off. The course is self navigated and runners are tracked online via GB Race Tracker.

A 45 mile mountain ultramarathon in Snowdonia Eryri from Betws-y-Coed, with about 2800 m ascent, five supported checkpoints and mandatory mountain kit. Entry requires previous ultra and mountain experience and a minimum age of 20.

A 24 hour, 56 miles unmarked hike and ultra run in the Peak District, organised by 3rd Hazel Grove Scout Group for its 50th edition on the first full weekend in September. Checkpoints provide refreshments and finishers receive breakfast and..

The Malham Trail Half Marathon on 5 September 2026 is the third race in the Due North Trail Trilogy at Malham Show Field. The route passes Malham Cove and Malham Tarn, climbs Weets Top, and includes drinks stations and a post race meal.

A 7.1 km fell race on the Longshaw estate as part of the Longshaw Sheepdog Trials on 5 Sep 2026, using a revised route with about 236 m of ascent. Pre entry is required and the race is run under Fell Runners Association permit and insurance..

A 16 km Lake District fell race from Glenridding with 1525 m of climb, permit insured, pre entry only, and compulsory full kit for adult runners.

Join a scenic charity 10k across Staffordshire countryside, starting and finishing at the canal side Hartley Arms in Wheaton Aston. With only 150 places, the race finishes with music and food at the pub to celebrate local charities.

Trail races around Derwentwater from Fitz Park with 5k, 10k and 15k options, marked trails and varied terrain. The event features live music, local food stalls, limited water stations and event photography.

A 23 mile walk and run from Gargrave Village Hall through Malhamdale on 5 September 2026, passing Kirkby Malham, Street Gate, Boss Moor and Eshton. Entries are limited to 200 and the route must be completed within nine hours.

A 26.4 mile circular fell marathon from Caldbeck that visits five Wainwright summits, with nearly 6000 ft of ascent. Fully tracked, with two checkpoints, a 12 hour cut off, and provisions at checkpoints and the finish.