Trail Running calendar near Dufton 2026-2027

Join an expert guided recce of the 11 mile Helvellyn to Ambleside section of Lakes in a Day. Gain valuable route knowledge and mountain safety skills in a small group limited to 12 participants.

Race through the enchanting Lancashire woods and river trails that inspired the scenery of Middle Earth. This 11.1 km course starts at the historic Stonyhurst College and follows the footsteps of J.R.R. Tolkien.

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.

Experience a 30 mile trail ultra from Whitby to Pickering following historic railway lines. This partially self navigational route features over 3000 feet of elevation and passes eight different stations through the North Yorkshire Moors.

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.

A 10 km race through the historic grounds of Floors Castle in Kelso on 12 July 2026. Mixed road and trail surfaces, a water station near 5 km, finishing refreshments, and medals and goodie bags for all finishers.

Join the Whinlatter FRA Junior Championships for an exciting day of fell running in Whinlatter Forest Park. With distances ranging from 1.5 km to 5.6 km, this event caters to age groups from Under 10 to Seniors.

Experience a summer evening fell race to the 700m summit of Chapelfelltop. This 7km out and back course features tough terrain and a quick descent for experienced runners with navigation skills.

Gather a team of three for a relay race through the undulating trails of Golden Acre Park in Leeds. This evening event is open to UKA affiliated club members competing across multiple age and gender categories.

Experience the 39th edition of this scenic multi terrain festival in Moffat. Featuring a 15 km main race with a spectacular downhill finish and various junior events there is a distance for every age group.

A low cost and informal summer fell race in Great Langdale featuring an 8 km route to the summit of Pike of Blisco and an unconventional beer prizegiving.

Tackle a scenic fell race from Chop Gate in the North York Moors, covering 6.1 miles with 344 m of ascent across classic moorland. Entry on the day is welcome with low fees for members and non members, and teams are catered for.

Experience a vertical style race with 850m of ascent over 6km in the Lake District. This uphill only run takes you through the Red Tarn Basin to the summit of Helvellyn via Swirral Edge.

Experience an extreme skyrunning challenge in the Lake District featuring 2700m of ascent and five graded scrambles. This technical race over the Helvellyn Massif requires proven climbing skills and a steady hand on the rock.

A 57 km mountain ultramarathon from Patterdale with 3700 m ascent that follows exposed ridges including Striding Edge. Classified as a Sky Extra, it provides GPS tracking, ITRA UTMB points and multiple manned checkpoints.

Experience skyrunning in the Lake District with this 29 km technical mountain race. Navigate 2050 m of ascent through a UNESCO World Heritage Site with full safety support and a marked course.

Explore Manchester from a new perspective on a trail run that transitions from the city centre to canals and green spaces. Choose between a 25km trail or a 55km ultra route, both finishing back in the historic Castlefield area. The fully ma..

Experience a 15k trail race around the base of Place Fell on the shores of Ullswater. This event features 680m of ascent through a UNESCO World Heritage Site with fully marked paths and midway support.

Experience a 26 km trail race starting in the heart of Hebden Bridge. Run past Stoodley Pike on a marked course featuring moorland views and rocky trails with full marshal support and finisher medals.

Experience a unique 10k trail race over the famous Northumberlandia landform and through surrounding restricted countryside. This event features hills and forest tracks plus a one mile kids fun run and bespoke medals.