Trail Running calendar near Dufton 2026-2027

A half marathon trail event in Swaledale finishing at The Dales Bike Centre, featuring moorland and grassy paths, fully marked route, stocked aid stations with vegan and gluten free options, and post-race soup and a roll included.

A long trail race around Swaledale that starts and finishes at The Dales Bike Centre, featuring moorland tracks, GPX navigation and a post race hot meal. A half marathon short course option is available for redirected runners.

A junior fell running race in the Pennines for ages 6 and up. The 2 km course starts near a classic pub. Entry is available on the day.

A single-lap **5K** in Roundhay Park, Leeds, taking in the lake and a climb to the Mansion House. Multi-terrain, undulating course with chip timing, finisher medal and individual prizes; entries limited and close 28 September 2026.

Castle Carr is a 24 km fell race in the South/West Pennines near Hebden Bridge on 4 October 2026, with about 1200 m of ascent and official FRA permit and insurance.

An evening trail event on 6 October 2026 around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs offering half marathon, 10 km and 5 km options, water points and a medal at the woodland finish.

Experience an undulating off road trail run through Cuerden Valley Park. Complete as many five kilometer laps as you choose within a six hour limit to earn your finisher medal.

Part of the BOFRA Championship, this fell race in West Cumbria features a steep 700 meter climb to the summit of Kirk Fell. Runners compete across junior and senior categories at the historic Wasdale Head Show.

Test your mountain skills at the Langdale Horseshoe, a 21.1 km fell race through some of the Lake District's most challenging terrain. This classic event features over 1450 m of ascent across rocky ground and pathless fells.

A trail half marathon around Rivington starting and finishing at Rivington and Blackrod High School, organised by Chorley Women FC. Entrants should have prior half marathon experience and entry is ticketed with a T-shirt option.

A 13.5 mile trail half marathon from Housesteads Roman Fort to Tyne Green Country Park in Hexham. Walkers take part one day and runners the next, with shuttle transport to the start, chip timing and support for Heel and Toe Children's Chari..

Trail run along the River Wear in Durham with a 7-hour time challenge and distances from 3 km to ultra, Scare Bear themed medals, aid tables with vegan options, and on-site facilities.

Tackle the Viking Chase, a 12 km fell race across the North York Moors on 11 Oct 2026, featuring 572 m of climb and sweeping moorland views. Entry on the day, adults only, with proceeds to Cleveland Mountain Rescue.

Take on the Withins Skyline, a scenic 10.1 km fell race near Haworth in the South West Pennines with roughly 300 m of climb. Friendly entries, series options and a Cadbury Curly Wurly plus free coffee await at the finish.

An inclusive Canicross at Pennington Flash Country Park on 11 October 2026, with scenic lakeside and forest trails. Two course options of about 1.5 to 2 km and 4 to 5 km, onsite facilities and marshals for course support.

Join this flexible lapped event at Burrs Country Park featuring trail and riverside paths. Complete any distance from 5k to an ultra marathon within seven hours while supporting The Sunnywood Project.

A series of junior quarry races at Penistone Hill organised by Wharfedale Harriers on 18 Jan, 11 Oct and 20 Dec 2026. Distances range from 600 m to 2.9 km, minimum age six, entry £2 and a goody bag for every runner.

A self-navigated trail ultramarathon in the Yorkshire Dales centred on Grassington, featuring a 100 km 24 hour challenge across varied terrain and notable sights. GPX routes and live tracking are provided.

Rip n Run XL in Wadsworth offers a 40 mile route with 5,800 ft elevation and an 80 mile double option with 28 hours to finish. Four checkpoints, indoor facilities at two stops, and hot food at HQ support runners.

A relaxed weekend running event in Brighouse offering 5K, 10K and Half Marathon routes through scenic Yorkshire countryside, with finisher medals, hot food and flexible entry options.