Trail Running calendar near Downham 2026-2027

Take on the Fellrunner at Heptonstall Festival, a scenic 9.5 km fell race with about 500 m of climb in the South West Pennines. Finish to live music, food stalls and a free pint; entry on the day £7.

Experience a challenging 10 km fell race with 675 m of ascent through the technical terrain of the Peak District. This FRA approved event is designed for experienced runners seeking steep climbs and scenic technical descents.

Test your limits at Endure24 Leeds by running as many 8km trail laps as possible in 24 hours. Join as a solo runner or in a team to enjoy the festival atmosphere and scenic forest trails of Bramham Park.

A linear mountain trail event of about 37 miles on a classic Pennine Way section, featuring High Cup Nick and Crossfell, with four checkpoints and coach transport from Alston YHA. Limited to around 75 places and an included shuttle option f..

Join the Coal Aston Gala Chase for a scenic 4.7 mile summer trail run through Derbyshire's Moss Valley. The event features a family fun run and finishes with free cake for all participants. It's part of the lively Annual Coal Aston Summer G..

A low-key 9 km fell race at the Oakworth gala on 4 July 2026, with 250 m of climb, steep ascents and tricky descents. Entries cost £5 and the minimum age is 18.

A multi distance trail event based at Bakewell on 4 and 5 July 2026 with continuous and two day 100 km options. The event features signed routes, GPS tracking, covered rest stops, medical teams, camping and camping packages.

A licensed, timed five mile trail race through Smalley, Mapperley and Shipley Country Park with water stations, a race village and prizes. A separate one mile colourful fun run on the event field provides a finisher medal and limited places..

Run by the local community, this fell race covers around 10 km (6 miles) of varied moorland at the border of Dark Peak and White Peak. The course includes steep climbs, rough descents and sections across private land used only on race day.

A trail half marathon at Lyme National Trust on 5 July 2026 with a route via the Gritstone Trail, Kerridge Ridge and the Macclesfield Canal. The course is fully marked and marshalled with two aid stations and a finishers medal or tree optio..

A 24 km fell race from Garrigill on 5 July 2026 with 680 m of ascent, reaching the summit of Cross Fell and the source of the River Tees. The event is marshalled, run under FRA rules and raises funds for local charities.

Experience a traditional Lakeland gala race featuring a steep 2.3 km course with 300 meters of ascent. This event offers technical fell running for both seniors and juniors at the New Dungeon Ghyll Gala Field.

Run through the scenic southern Peak District and Tittesworth Reservoir on rugged trails and moorland tracks. Choose between three distances and enjoy a chip timed race with stocked aid stations and a themed finisher medal.

Explore the scenic high ground around Matlock in this self navigated challenge for runners and walkers. Choose between 17 km and 35 km routes to support the Derby Mountain Rescue Team.

Fell race on 5 July 2026 around Skiddaw in the Lake District, based at Keswick Cricket Club. The course is 15.4 km with 960 m of ascent and entry on the day is accepted for a fee of £10.

Enjoy a flat 1.5 mile fun run along the Methley canal towpath in Leeds. This long running community event features medals for all finishers and a specific competition for local school teams.

Join the Stoodley Pike fell race at Todmorden on 7 July 2026 for a sharp 5 km challenge with 213 m of climb and stunning moorland views. On the day entries welcome for £5, minimum age 14; car sharing is requested.

Join the 20 Barriers fell race in Carnforth on Tue 7 Jul 2026 for a testing 8 km with about 160 m climb across classic Bowland terrain. Entry on the day is £10 and proceeds go to local charities; the race is UK Athletics insured.

Participate in a 9 km fell race through the Durham countryside north of Stanhope. This event is part of the North East Fell Running Championships and features a 300 m climb for runners aged 18 and over.

Experience a scenic 9.9 km fell race featuring an 820 foot climb past the iconic Black Rocks to Cromford Moor. This marked trail course starts from Cromford Meadows and follows the canal towpath for a fast and varied circuit.