Trail Running calendar near Dufton 2026-2027

The Walsh Two Lads Fell Race will take place in Horwich on Thursday 11 June 2026.

A relaxed 10 km evening stroll from Basecamp in Kirkby Stephen to Birket Fell, featuring a fell top tasting by the Berry, Grape and Grain and a fully marshalled, flagged route with guided warmup and local hosts.

Experience trail running in the Lake District with 10km and Half Marathon routes starting from Pooley Bridge. This cani cross friendly event features live chip timing and stunning views of Ullswater.

An out-and-back trail from Otley to Pateley Bridge on the Six Dales Trail, offered in 13, 20 and 32 mile distances. Trackers, checkpoint support and mandatory kit rules apply; finishers receive a medal and event T-shirt.

The Ulverston Fell Race offers a challenging fell running experience on a new course for 2025, starting from Beckside Farm. Runners will tackle a 1.85-mile route with 540 feet of climb over Flan Fell. The event on 13th June 2026 caters to m..

Test your endurance at the Manchester Backyard Ultra where you must complete 4.167 miles every hour until only one runner remains. This out and back course at Giants Seat Scout Camp challenges runners to go beyond their limits.

The Gelt Gladiator will take place in Lanercost on Saturday 13 June 2026.

A timed, multi-leg ultra from Kielder Castle where solo runners or Ekiden teams cover five radial routes totalling 170 miles within 36 hours, with the North leg to Carter Bar required as the finale and self navigation required.

A self-navigated fell run and challenge walk in Swaledale on 13 June 2026. The 24 mile course has a ten hour time limit, minimum age 14 and no dogs are allowed.

A **20 km** fell event near Kirkby Stephen with 730 m of ascent, passing High Pike and the Nine Standards. The mass start welcomes walkers and runners, and the course is waymarked with checkpoints.

A two-day trail running weekend in Grizedale Forest with an 8 hour relay and a 22 km race, plus camping, food stalls and talks. Minimum age 16; weekend and day ticket options with concessions for under 18s.

A muddy 5k obstacle course at Thornes Park on 13 June 2026 that raises funds for Cancer Research UK. The uneven, mixed-surface route includes obstacles and hills; participants must be 13 or older and a minimum fundraising target applies.

A 5K colour run in Silsden, West Yorkshire raising funds for Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice. The undulating three lap, cross country route features seven paint stations, obstacles, a paint bag for each entrant and a finishers medal.

Trail races around Roche Abbey in South Yorkshire on mixed terrain with lapped courses from a single 6.7 mile lap up to a full marathon. Finishers receive a bespoke medal, cake and a pub meal.

Trail races from Chop Gate with three distances : Marathon (28), Half 16.5 and 10k 9.5. Entries limited to 330, mandatory safety kit is required and competitors must print route maps and navigate themselves.

Tackle Knowl Hill near Rochdale in this 6 mile fell race with 396 m of climb across the South West Pennines. Open to adults, it is the final day of a three day series with prizes and finisher shirts for series completers.

A low level, family friendly 5k around Stenkrith Park and the Viaduct Walk near Kirkby Stephen. Dogs on lead are welcome, entry is £5 with under fives free, and food and music are available at Basecamp.

Test your endurance at MacTuffX Manchester with a series of ten interval rounds. Choose between 400m or 800m distances in solo, double, or relay formats for a unique athletic experience.

Experience a 3.5 mile fell race in Accrington as part of the local Fell and Trail Series. This FRA licensed event offers competitive categories and starts from the Whitakers Arms.

Tebay Fell Race in the Lake District is a thrilling 13 km course with 914 m of climb across classic fell country, perfect for strong, adventurous runners. Entry on the day with showers and food at the Tebay Sports Social and Railway Club.