Trail Running calendar near Downham 2026-2027

Experience a traditional FRA category AS fell race in Grasmere featuring a 7.4 km course with 700 m of elevation. This 150 runner event offers a direct ascent to Seat Sandal and a flagged descent through the Cumbrian fells.

A marked high moor fell race of about 7 miles with 366 m of climb in the South/West Pennines on 8 July 2026. Registration is at the Packhorse Inn car park, pre entry is via SiEntries and on the day entry may be limited to 120.

Take on the Borrowdale School Bash up Bessyboot in the Lake District: a short but fierce 5.2 km with 456 m of climb, offering stunning fell views and a real challenge. Entry on the day, with beer and a burger for every finisher.

Experience an undulating 6.4 mile multi terrain course through rural landscapes. This chip timed race starts and finishes at the Royton Cricket Club with full facilities available for all participants.

Experience a traditional category BS fell race in South Yorkshire. This undulating 6.4 kilometre course offers a focused running experience with prizes across various age categories and cash rewards for new course records.

A two day multi sport festival at Duncombe Park combining timed trail running segments and social camping. Entry includes camping, timing chip, food vendors and live music, with a 6 km night run and 10 km, 20 km or 30 km Saturday routes.

Experience a 10km multi terrain adventure run featuring cargo nets, monkey bars, and a legendary water slide. Join the festivities in Holme village for a weekend of obstacle racing and family fun on the edge of the Lake District.

Races run from Slaithwaite along the Huddersfield narrow gauge canal, including a 3.5 mile tunnel. Four distances from 5k to marathon with feed stations roughly every three miles and marshals along the route.

The Lakeland Trails Ultra offers four scenic distances through the Lake District, from a 100k midnight adventure to a 14k trail run. All routes are fully marked and supported with feed stations. The event includes professional photos and fi..

A 34 km mountain fell race in Wasdale with 2750 m of ascent, high-ground navigation and multiple checkpoints including Great Gable and Scafell Pike. Carrying a provided tracker and full FRA kit is mandatory.

Take on the New Embsay Fell Race on Sat 11 Jul: a punchy 2.5 mile course with 195 m of climb through the Yorks Dales. Part of the village fete, enjoy entertainment and refreshments and easy on the day entry for a fun community challenge.

Take on the Charlesworth & Chisworth Carnival Fell Race on Sat 11 Jul 2026 in the Peak District, a testing 5 km / 3.1 mile course with 180 m of climb. Pre entry and entry on the day plus junior races make this a great community running day.

A point to point endurance event over the classic Lyke Wake route of just over 40 miles, run on a handicap basis. Participants must be 21 or over, carry mandatory navigation and safety kit, and pass pre event and random kit checks.

Phoenix Blaze is the second race in a 2026 Summer Series at Hardy Farm on 11 July 2026, featuring timed laps on a 5.3 km riverside course so participants can complete distances from 5 km up to ultra within a seven hour limit.

A guided recce of the Helvellyn to Ambleside LiAD section covering around 11 miles with about 6000 feet of ascent. NAV4 tutors cover navigation, kit, nutrition and route tactics, with transport via the local 555 bus and places limited to 12..

A 11.1 km trail race at Stonyhurst College on 11 July 2026 that follows woodland tracks, river paths and historic bridges linked to the landscapes behind The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. Entry includes a medal, race swag and chip timin..

Experience a traditional fell race in the West Pennines with the Baildon Canter. This event features a 5 km senior course and multiple junior races held alongside the local Carnival.

A roughly 17 mile self navigated circular route from Parwich in the Derbyshire Dales with about 2,000 ft of ascent. The event features three aid stations, a collect and deliver Quest, mandatory kit and a six hour cut off.

Peak Forest Fell Race is a 9.7 km fell race in the Peak District on 12 July 2026, with 247 m of climb. Advance entries are available and registration on the day costs £10, with signposted parking and post-race refreshments.

Race a steam train on this unique 11-mile point-to-point trail run from Bury to Rawtenstall. Spectators can ride the train to cheer you on. Every finisher gets a medal and T-shirt.