Trail Running calendar near Downham 2025-2026

Stanbury Splash is a hilly 12 km fell race from Penistone Hill Country Park with stream crossings and muddy trails. Wharfedale Harriers chip time entries are capped at 300 and winners get Soreen loaf prizes.

Run the Rise From The Ashes Run North, a seven hour time challenge on a signed trail along the River Wear with scenic Cathedral views in Durham. Choose distances from 3 km to 50 km and earn a themed medal.

Join a guided 12 km trail run from the village of Pwll Glas exploring Eyarth Rocks and Graig Wyllt, with gentle hills and varied terrain. Enjoy planned stops, scenic views and friendly company on this relaxed outdoor adventure.

Take on a scenic 16 km mixed terrain route along the Leeds Liverpool Canal and River Aire in this winter race hosted by Great Owl Running. Enjoy a single undulating lap with canal towpaths and riverside trails for a true off road challenge.

Experience the Petzl Night Runner Rivington, the final round of the series, with a close encounters UFO theme lighting up Winter Hill. Tackle rough, boggy trails by head torch and claim a glow in the dark finisher medal.

Run the scenic Tissington Trail through the Derbyshire Dales on a traffic free former railway, choosing a half marathon or 10k across a relaxed two day weekend. Enjoy wide hill views, gentle gradients and a welcoming race vibe.

Tackle a classic Cumbrian fell at Blake Fell Race starting from The Leaps in Kirkland on Saturday 24 January 2026. The senior route is a tough 9.5 km with 429 m of ascent and junior races for a range of ages.

Mix muddy trails and smooth tarmac in The Half & Half 10 km at Sowerby Bridge on 25 January 2026, with a first half of muddy trails and obstacles and a second half on road. Fully marked one way and limited to 100 runners, book early.

Tackle the Tigger Tor fell race across Houndkirk, Burbage and Hathersage moors on a challenging 14.2 km course with 490 m of ascent. Hosted by Totley AC from Fox House Longshaw, this checkpoint navigation race blends tough terrain and great..

Explore Saltburn's wild coastal trails on circular Marathon, Half and Trail 10k courses with plenty of climbing and sea views. Self navigated with GPX and mandatory kit, entries limited to 350 for a true trail challenge.

Tackle Dovedale Big Daddy, a tough fell race through scenic Dovedale with nine steep climbs over 20.4 km and 1370 m of ascent. Starts at Ilam Primary School on 1 February 2026 and finishes with hot soup and cake for runners.

Explore ancient ruins and formal gardens at Fountains Abbey World Heritage Site with 5 km, 10 km or half marathon trail options. Canicross friendly and chip timed, finishers get bespoke medals and Wild Deer merch amid unforgettable scenery.

Explore scenic, undulating forest trails around Grizedale with marathon and half marathon options on Sunday 1 February 2026. Enjoy lakeside views and varied terrain on a welcoming course, entries often fill quickly.

Take on the winter Pendle Way In A Day from Barley, Lancashire on 7 February 2026, choosing a full 45 mile route or a shorter 30 mile option across the South Pennines. Expect waymarked trails, big climbs and a true winter ultra atmosphere.

NAV4 LAW75 is a two day winter navigation challenge covering 75 miles from Skipton Castle to Appleby along Lady Anne's Way and moorland trails. Expect remote checkpoints, self sufficiency and sweeping Pennine scenery across a demanding week..

Explore scenic trails around Harrogate and Knaresborough, including the dramatic Nidd Gorge, at the Punk Panther Harrogate Hustle. Choose from 14, 20 or 34 mile routes for a challenging day of trail running and a festival style finish.

Tackle 23 miles of scenic moorland around Guiseley on 7 Feb 2026, taking in Rombalds Moor and Ilkley Moor. A challenging, hilly one lap trail with limited entries for a true adventurous day out.

Run a scenic Half Marathon or 10 km through quiet country lanes of the Lorton Valley with Lake District views, starting and finishing near Cockermouth. Friendly event with live chip timing, medals and post race goodies for all finishers.

Event details Its Grim Up North Running stages Grim Leodis on 08/02/2026 in Kirkstall, next to the Leeds and Liverpool Canal and the River Aire, just off Wyther Lane. The main loop is approximately 6.5 miles and the event is organised as a..

Windy Hill Fell Race on 8 February offers a challenging 12 mile course with about 2,100 feet of ascent across Piethorne, Blackstone Edge and the Pennine Way. Winter kit is required and the race finishes at the Rams Head with hot soup and a..