Trail Running calendar near Downham 2025-2026

Hardmoors 60 is a spectacular 62 mile ultramarathon along the Cleveland Way, hugging dramatic North Sea cliffs from Guisborough to Filey. Expect stunning coastal views, big climbs and a true endurance test with an 18 hour cutoff.

Join the Raby Castle Trail Runs on 20 September 2026 and explore 200 acres of parkland, woodland and lakes with 5k, 10k and half marathon options. Expect deer sightings, varied trails and a festival finish with medal and snack.

Run a scenic trail half marathon through Bronte Country between Haworth and Hebden Bridge, a challenging single lap 13.1 mile route with stunning moorland views. Support Sue Ryder and enjoy a pie and peas with a finisher memento at the fini..

Explore scenic Yorkshire countryside with the Weekend Saunter Series in Knaresborough, offering 10K and half marathon routes on weekend mornings in 2026. Relaxed entry and finishers receive a jumble medal, hot food and a beer or soft drink.

Explore Lake District fells and lakes at 13 Valleys Ultra, choosing distances from 22 km to 180 km to suit every trail runner. Fully way marked with ITRA points and Western States qualifier status.

Run the Punk Panther Yorkshire Reservoir Dogs around Otley, following waterside trails past seven reservoirs and scenic spots like Stainburn Forest and Almscliffe Crag. Choose 13, 20 or 32 mile routes with checkpoints and finishers food plu..

Tackle 102 miles around Manchester linking iconic canals, starting and finishing at MediaCity Salford Quays. Limited to 250 runners with a 30 hour cutoff and full aid support for a classic late September ultrarunning adventure.

Join the Orton Fell Race on 26 September 2026, a classic Cumbrian challenge of 10 km with 258 m of climb over scenic fell terrain. Enter solo or as a team of three, with junior races on the day for younger runners.

Join Malham Charity Relays for a fun community relay around Cawden Hill, with mixed teams made up on the day and all entry fees donated to charity. Tackle a short steep climb and a fast descent across a scenic rural course.

The Charm Bracelet is a scenic ultramarathon with 50 and 100 mile options finishing in Skinningrove. Enjoy moorland and coastal trails along the Pennine Way with checkpoint support, GPS tracking and a finisher medal.

A challenging 10 km uphill only race from Ruthin to the Jubilee Tower on Moel Famau, finishing above 550 m with sweeping hilltop views. Open to walkers and hill runners, it pairs a tough ascent with a memorable mountain finish.

Rowbotham's Round Rotherham is a classic autumn trail from Manvers Waterfront offering 80 km and 50 mile options in early October. Expect undulating terrain and varied underfoot from towpaths to muddy woodland, with relay teams welcome.

Event details The East Coast "Chuffer" is an off-road running event based at Peasholm Park, Scarborough (N Bay Promenade, YO12 7TR; What3Words ///unions.awards.lists). The route follows the old railway line known as the Cinder Tra..

Experience The Drop in Manchester: blindfolded participants are driven to a secret drop off and must navigate back on foot over 10 or 15 miles as the crow flies. No GPS allowed, live tracking keeps it safe and competitive.

Tackle the steep ascent to Kirk Fell in the Wasdale Show fell race and enjoy a thrilling descent across wild West Cumbrian terrain. A BOFRA Championship counter with junior and senior routes and strict kit rules.

Enjoy a 7 hour timed trail on a generally flat loop along the River Wear with stunning Cathedral views in Durham. Choose distances from 3 km up to ultra and 50 km with aid stations, vegan options, medals and goody bags for finishers.

The Sheffield Tententen is a popular multi-terrain trail running event held annually in Endcliffe Park, Sheffield. Featuring a 10k race and a 2.5k fun run for children aged 4 to 14, it attracts over 1,000 participants each year. The course..

Run a scenic half marathon along Hadrian's Wall from Housesteads Roman Fort to Tyne Green in Hexham, with trail and riverside views. Enjoy chip timing, a medal and event T shirt plus shuttle options to the start.

Join the Scare Bear Run, a seven hour time challenge along the River Wear with stunning Cathedral views. Run or walk from 3 km up to 50 km and earn a Scare Bear themed medal and goody bag.

Run scenic, undulating trails around Carsington Water with a choice of Half Marathon or 10K on reservoir loops. Celebrate at the event village with a themed medal, water and festival goodies and GPX files to preview the course.