Trail Running calendar near Dovedale 2025-2026

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.

Run the Rose of the Shires, a scenic 54 miles loop from Brixworth Country Park through Salcey Forest, canal towpaths and 21 villages. Mostly off road and a UTMB index 100K, the route offers navigation challenges and relay team entries.

Tackle the Rosebud Marathon, a scenic 26.2 mile section of the Rose of the Shires Ultra around Northampton. Expect mixed trail and road terrain, live GPS tracking, manned checkpoints and a finisher medal.

Run the scenic Ripon Rowel and visit Fountains Abbey, Hackfall Woods and other historic spots at the Punk Panther Ripon Stinger hosted from Studley Roger Village Hall. Distances to suit all levels with medals, shirts and hot food.

Calderdale Hike on 11 April 2026 features 16, 24 and 35 mile circular routes across Pennine valleys and moors with big climbs and great views. Proceeds support 24th St Paul's Scouts and entrants aged 14 plus are welcome.

Tackle the classic Wardle Skyline, a scenic fell race in the South West Pennines on Sat 11 Apr 2026. The 11.3 km route climbs 381 m from Wardle Square and accepts pre entries and same day entry for runners after a spirited hill challenge.

Run the Summit 2 Sea off road half marathon along the Offa's Dyke Trail from Moel y Parc to Prestatyn beach. About 13.8 miles of rewarding climbs and a big descent to sea level with stunning views and a real sense of adventure.

Flat, traffic free out and back ultramarathon on the scenic Brampton Valley Way with 14 mile one way or 28 mile round trip options. Bring a head torch for the tunnels and your own cup as the race is cupless.

Enjoy Bramham Park trails with 5km, 10km and half marathon options that pass estate statues, woodland and scenic views. Canicross friendly, this atmospheric trail event is perfect for runners wanting a memorable countryside run.

Take on the Llangollen Fell Race on 12 April 2026 with three scenic but testing routes from 5 miles to 28 km across the North Wales hills. Race HQ serves tea, coffee and cakes and entry is open in advance or on the day.

Scenic 10k trail through rolling Northamptonshire countryside on 12 April 2026, starting and finishing at KC Active in Kings Cliffe. Fully marked and marshalled, the route includes a stocked aid station and eco friendly water refills.

Run the Rivington 10 miles Trail Challenge on 12 April 2026, a scenic chip timed route around Rivington Village, White Coppice and Wheelton plantation. Popular and often sold out, finishers earn bespoke medals and top prize categories.

Tackle a classic spring fell race in Mow Cop on Sun 12 Apr 2026: 10.5 km with 400 m of climb across stirring hill terrain. Entries on the day for adults 18 and over, with team scoring and friendly club spirit.

Take on the Mike Briggs Wirksworth Incline & Infants, a challenging fell race in the Peak District featuring a 6.9 km course with 400 m of ascent. Pre entry is required for the main race and junior races are available for younger runners.

Join the Bunny Run 2 in Haworth on Tue 14 Apr for a lively 3 mile course with 100 m climb across the South West Pennines. Teams welcome, minimum age 12, finishers get a Cadbury Creme Egg and Easter egg prizes with chip butties and pub hospi..

Take on the Ossy Moors Fell Race in Oswaldtwistle on Wednesday 15 April 2026. This lively 5 mile fell course with about 300 m of climb weaves Bowland trails and offers on the day entry for a friendly competitive vibe.

Take on a midweek Peak District challenge at Herod Farm: a scenic but testing 3 mile route with 340 m of climb. Pre entry is £6 or £10 on the night; registration runs 18:15 to 19:15.

Take on the inaugural MTC Gelert 47 mile ultra from Barmouth to Llanidloes on 16 April 2026, the third day of the MTC CYMRUN end to end. Limited field, bespoke medal for all finishers and real time tracking for supporters.

Ranger Ultras PB230km is a multi day 230 km trail from the Peak District to Cumbria, testing endurance across varied terrain with generous support and indoor checkpoints serving hot meals. Entries capped at 30 entrants.

Tackle the 137 km Ranger Ultras PB137km Trail Challenge along the Pennine Bridleway over three days, with 3275 m of ascent and indoor checkpoints plus a hostel style finish. Places are limited to 20 so register early for this scenic enduran..