Trail Running calendar near Ennerdale Water 2025-2026

Spring in Lakeland is a scenic but demanding 23 to 24 mile route with about 4400 ft of ascent via Loughrigg Tarn, Coniston and Tarn Hows. Strong navigation skills and mountain kit are required.

Take on the Ranger Ultras PB137km Trail Challenge, a rugged 137km timed run along the Pennine Bridleway from West Yorkshire to Cumbria with a 50 hour cutoff. Small field with full support, indoor checkpoints, hot meals and trackers.

On 18 April 2026 join the Burnsall Trail Half in the Yorkshire Dales, the opening race of the Due North Half Marathon series. Enjoy a scenic trail route along riverside paths with great views and a post race meal, beer and race goodies.

Enjoy a scenic trail challenge in the heart of Burnsall with the 12K opening leg of the Burnsall half marathon. Expect a friendly atmosphere, well marked route, post race food and a beer, plus the option to enter the three race series.

Take on a scenic 12 km trail through Burnsall and the Dales on 18 April 2026 as part of the Due North series. Expect on course drinks, a post race meal and a beer at the finish for a friendly, well supported day out.

Take on the NAV4 Lakes Mountain 40, a classic Lakeland challenge covering 40 miles and about 2500 m of ascent across multiple summits in a figure of eight route. Held 18 April 2026 from Askham Community Centre, it needs solid mountain skill..

Trail Blazer Dam Busters from Heart and Soul Racing offers 10K and Half Marathon routes across rugged Pennine moors from Blackton Grange Estate near Barnard Castle. Expect epic views and true countryside trail running.

The Three Peaks Race is an iconic 24 mile fell run in the Yorkshire Dales, taking in Pen y Ghent, Ingleborough and Whernside. Expect rugged terrain, big climbs and classic mountain running atmosphere.

25 and 26 April 2026: The Fellsman and The Fellsman Dart run high level routes across the Yorkshire Dales, testing navigation, endurance and grit. Map and compass are compulsory; volunteer support and live tracking provided.

Beyond Newcastle starts and finishes at Swing Bridge on the Quayside, offering a scenic 55 km ultra or 25 km trail along the Tyne and Derwent. Riverside and woodland trails, GPX routes, feed stations, chip timing and a finishers medal.

Run the RAF Spadeadam Blue Streak Trail for a rare route across an active RAF station with launch platforms and stunning views of the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall. Choose 14 mile or 11 km, earn a medal and support RAF Benevolent Fund.

Tackle the Calderdale Way Ultra, an off road adventure from Heptonstall across gritstone hills, packhorse ways and woodland trails around Halifax and Hebden Bridge. Choose 30, 50 or 100 mile routes with aid stations and GPS tracking.

Join the Trail Outlaws Urban Trail Series for fully marked 5K and half marathon trail races for all abilities. Enter single races or save with discounted series entry and enjoy a free presentation evening.

Tackle the scenic Gibside 5 km or 10 km trail through gardens, woodland and open countryside on the expansive National Trust estate. Canicross friendly with live chip timing, bespoke medal and Wild Deer merchandise for all finishers.

Tackle the Pennine Barrier Ultra, a 50 mile trail through the stunning Yorkshire Dales and Three Peaks around Malham. Limited to 750 runners, this supported but demanding ultramarathon rewards bold endurance and classic Pennine views.

Join the Carlisle City Urban Trail Run, a 10 km city and off road course from The Sands Centre on 6 May 2026. Limited to 300 runners, with live chip timing and age group prizes for a fun spring challenge.

Brockholes Bimble on 8 May 2026 offers 10K, half, marathon or ultra on scenic trails around lakes, the River Ribble and woodlands. Limited to 100 entrants, the friendly event includes snacks, a bespoke finisher medal and £2 from each entry..

Join Lakeland Paws at Dodd Wood on Saturday 9 May 2026 for a scenic canicross with sweeping views over Bassenthwaite Lake. Wide trails suit two dogs per runner and solo runners are welcome.

THE LAP is a fully waymarked 47 mile 75K trail ultra around Lake Windermere, offering stunning Lakeland views and varied terrain. Runners and walkers get 24 hours, GPS support, stocked aid stations and a local finisher meal and medal.

The Cottam Canter on Saturday 9 May 2026 at UCLAN Sports Arena in Preston offers 5K through ultra distances on a scenic 5K canal and park loop, perfect for loop lovers and ultra runners. Field limited to 100 so enter early.