Trail Running calendar near Dufton 2026-2027

Test yourself on a scenic fell course in the South West Pennines near Kelbrook, 5.5 km with 213 m of climb. On the day entry only, £7, with £2 parking at The Old Barn. Teams welcome and minimum age 16; no junior races.

Peebles Pootle on 30 May 2026 invites walkers and runners to enjoy scenic off road routes through Tweed valley and Southern Uplands. Choose 16.4 or 27.6 mile routes with big climbs, then relax with hot food at the finish.

Run the stunning fells around Grasmere at the Lake District Running Festival, a weekend of trail races and the navigational OMM Lite Trail Quest. Choose from short to marathon distances, family fun runs, medals and postrace cake.

Grasmere Gallop is a scenic 42 km trail race in the Lake District on 31 May 2026 with about 1905 metres of ascent across classic fells. Fully waymarked route, tracker hire for supporters and a Langdale slate finisher medal.

Explore runnable footpaths in the Yorkshire Dales at the Settle Saunter, a friendly walking and running event with 10 km, half marathon and 37 km options. Enjoy timed results, a cafe and the chance to support local charities.

Take on a 33.5 mile Ultra, 21.5 mile Trail 20 or 10 mile route around Ullswater, finishing in Glenridding. Enjoy stunning Lake District views, stocked feed stations and a bespoke finisher medal.

Join Race 2 of the Jane Tomlinson Canal Race Series on 2 June 2026 in Methley for a fast 5 km on the flat Aire and Calder towpath. Enjoy a friendly marshaled event with prizes and proceeds supporting the Jane Tomlinson Appeal.

Take on the Hebden Bridge fell race on Tue 2 Jun 2026 in the South West Pennines, a flagged 10.4 km course with about 350 m of climb that rewards bold climbing and fast descents. Day entry and prizegiving at The Albert make for a friendly,..

Tackle Paddy's Pole fell race in the Bowland fells near Chipping, Lancs, a punchy 6 km with 336 m climb that rewards hill legs. Pre entry is required, entries limited to 140 so book early and consider car sharing as parking is limited.

The Whorlton Run on Wed 3 Jun 2026 is a scenic 11 km challenge in the North York Moors from Swainby Village Hall, mixing road, fell and forest tracks with 427 m of climb. Entry on the day is available so come join the Esk Valley Fell Club S..

Tackle the Otley Chevin fell race on Wed 3 Jun 2026, a classic 3 mile challenge with 210 m of climb across rugged West Yorkshire terrain. Fast, friendly and fiercely competitive, this long running tradition welcomes runners aged 16 plus.

Join Bingley Rock up n' Run on 4 June 2026 in Bingley for scenic 5k and 10k routes hosted by Its Grim Up North Running. Friendly atmosphere, adult entries only and great local vibes make this a perfect summer challenge.

Join the Kettlewell Anniversary Fell Race on Thu 4 Jun 2026 in Kettlewell, York Dales. Circa 8 km with a testing 550 m climb, this permit race is novice friendly and offers pre entry or on the day registration from the village hall.

Challenge the South West Pennines at the Leo Pollard Memorial Race in Rivington, an 8.5 km fell course with 335 m of climb, held around Rivington Hall Barn. Entry on the day; proceeds support Bolton Mountain Rescue.

Stickle Grind 650 is an epic 2.4 km uphill trail with 650 m of ascent to a rocky summit above Stickle Tarn in the Lake District. Finish at Lanty Slees Stickle Barn with live music and a recycled papier mâché wild flower seed medal.

Take on the Rab Scafell Sky Race in the Central Lake District on 6 June 2026: a stunning 38 km course with 2800 m of ascent over technical trails and scree. Tackle Lakeland fells and England's highest summit in a true skyrunning challenge.

Take on the North Leeds Skyline on 6 June 2026, a scenic off road challenge from Otley with 16 km, 25 km and 51 km trail options plus a 50 km relay for teams of four. Expect rugged footpaths, panoramic views and well supported checkpoints.

Run a 56 mile trail across the wild Southern Uplands from St Johns Town of Dalry to Moffat, over forests, valleys and mountains. On 6 June 2026 this challenging ultra features GPS tracking, a 20 hour cut off and a limited field.

Ultra Scotland 100 is a 104 mile trail ultramarathon along the Southern Upland Way. Expect 4611 m of ascent across remote peaks and lochs, checkpoints, live tracking and strict kit rules for a true endurance test.

Join Great Langdale 21 on 6 June 2026 for a scenic yet challenging 21 km trail through the dramatic Lake District fells. Steep technical climbs, river crossings and big views await, with marshalled checkpoints, a quirky medal and lively Sca..