Trail Running calendar near Dufton 2026-2027

A fell race held within the Osmotherley Show in North Yorkshire on 1 August 2026, covering 8.8 km with 320 m of climb. Entry is open to runners aged 16 and over with day registration and show admission required.

A traditional fell race on Farleton Knott near Kendal, featuring a 2.6-mile course with 750 feet of climb. It includes multiple junior age categories and counts towards the BOFRA Championship. Parking is available for a small fee.

Join the Round Hill fell race for a challenging 14.1 km course with sweeping York Dales views, starting and finishing in charming Timble village. Entry is on the day for a small fee and part of the proceeds support brain tumour research.

Crow Hill Reverse fell race in the South West Pennines on 4 Aug 2026 offers a steep 8 km route with 305 m of climb from Dusty Miller pub in Mytholmroyd. No pre entry required; join on the day for £5 and tackle a classic Pennine fell.

The Hopwood Trot features an 8.8 km multi-terrain course around historic Hopwood Hall. Prizes are awarded for top finishers and teams. Entry is limited to 200 runners aged 16 and over.

An evening pop up run in Rodley on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal offering 5k and 10k options, on the day entry and online entry listed, with a jumble medal plus hot food and a drink for participants.

Tackle the classic Eshton Moor fell race from Old Hall Farm, Gargrave: 8.3 km with 172 m ascent across rolling York Dales terrain. Entry on the day only, with junior races and a friendly club atmosphere.

A short fell race from Arncliffe Village Green with a steep climb to a cairn and a two stage descent. The event also includes a four mile road race and counts as a BOFRA championship counter.

Challenge yourself to a scenic 17 km Lake District fell race with about 906 m of ascent across classic high ground around Grey Friar and Old Man. Pre entry only via SI Entries from 14 April and all proceeds support Alzheimer's Research UK.

The Hardmoors 26.2: Farndale offers a trail marathon, half marathon, and 10k through the scenic North York Moors. Strict kit requirements and time limits are in place for all distances. The event starts from Hutton Le Hole Village Hall.

Take on the Devil Half Marathon through the hidden trails of the Derwent Valley on 9 August 2026. This scenic 13.1 mile course offers big climbs, on course photos, live music, refreshments after the race and a finisher shirt.

Run a scenic 13 mile Lakeland route from Lowther Castle across Askham Fell and Lowther Valley, including a ford of the River Lowther. A challenging and rewarding trail and fell mix on Sunday 9 August 2026 with proceeds to Eden Valley Hospic..

Tackle a classic Saddleworth fell race with sweeping views over Manchester on a testing 10 km course with 400 m of climb. Mass start from the Cross Keys Inn with on the day entry available and a well earned chip butty at the finish.

Take on the classic Whittle Pike fell race in the South West Pennines on Wed 12 Aug 2026, roughly 5.5 miles with 550 m of climb from Cowpe Village Hall. Entry on the day is available for £5, teams welcome and runners must be 16 or over.

Join this classic Keswick fell race in the Lake District on Wed 12 Aug 2026 for a lively 4.7 mile trail challenge with 280 m climb and a summit of Latrigg. On the day entries are welcome, fee £5 and runners must be 16 or older.

A challenging fell race in the Peak District featuring 370m of climb over a 6km course. Entry is on the day at Cartworth Moor Cricket Club near Holmfirth. The route is well marked and marshalled for a classic short fell running experience.

A multiple-distance trail running event in Saltaire that follows a mainly flat towpath. Feed stations appear about every three miles and finishers receive a bespoke medal.

The Ilkley Skyline is a classic fell run on the moors surrounding Ilkley. Starting and finishing at The Hermit Inn, the 35km loop covers at least eight moors and requires self-navigation. Aid stations provide support along the unmarked rout..

Join the Rusland 5, a scenic fell race across Rusland Showfield in the Lake District featuring a 4.8 mile route with 310 m of climb and shorter senior and junior options. Race entry is free; the show costs £5 and accepts entries on the day.

Trail runs of 5, 10 and 15 miles take place across the private Lambton Estate in Chester-le-Street, County Durham, on scenic woodland tracks and estate roads. The event is canicross friendly and features live chip timing, medals and on-site..