Trail Running calendar near Gainsborough 2025-2026

Swainby Sweep is a 7 and 16 mile circular trail race through the wild North York Moors, featuring moorland, forest tracks and sections of the Cleveland Way. Scenic and testing, the event is well supported with checkpoints and feed stations.

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.

Take on a scenic 50 km loop along the Wold Rangers Way on 25 April 2026, starting and finishing near Driffield. Well supported with live GPS tracking, indoor checkpoints and inclusive nutrition, plus an eco medal or tree planting option.

Tackle the Coventry Way Challenge, a scenic 41.4 mile loop through Warwickshire and Solihull on mainly off road trails. Solo runners and relay teams of up to six enjoy staffed checkpoints, food stops and a hot meal at the finish.

Join the Run for Wildlife Spring 10K at Yorkshire Wildlife Park for a scenic single loop around the grounds, supporting the Wildlife Foundation. Open to walkers, joggers and runners, this family friendly event blends wildlife and fitness.

Run the scenic, traffic free Tissington Trail from Ashbourne to Buxton with marathon and half marathon options on an undulating out and back course. Finish at Ashbourne Leisure Centre with bespoke medal, free photos and prizes.

Take on trail running in Delamere Forest on Sunday 26 April 2026 with 42k and 21k options. The scenic route winds through woodland, around Blakemere Moss and along the Sandstone Trail with a climb up Old Pale Hill for a rewarding challenge.

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.

Take on the 36 mile Esk Valley Epic from Glaisdale on 2 May 2026, a scenic circular ultra with 4,487 ft of climbing along the Esk Valley Walk. Tough trails, five checkpoints and a finishers medal reward your effort.

Start the Jane Tomlinson Canal Race Series with a flat 5 km along the scenic canal towpath in Methley on 5 May 2026. Community race raising funds for the Jane Tomlinson Appeal with age category prizes.

Enjoy a scenic, hilly 5 mile trail around Rainow and Kerridge Ridge at the Rainow 5, held on the first Wednesday evening in May. Friendly, low key event with modest prizes, post race cakes and a pub gathering, all raising funds for local ch..

Tackle the Bat Challenge at Beacon Hill Country Park: a six hour off road loop where you choose your pace and complete as many 3.3 mile laps as you can. Expect a steady climb to scenic high points and a fun, supportive atmosphere.

Explore Sherwood Forest on a scenic clockwise loop with 30 or 40 mile options via Creswell Crags, Clumber Park and the Major Oak. Well stocked aid and on course medics support a limited field of 250 for a rugged friendly ultra.

Join a friendly, inclusive weekend of trail running and festival fun at scenic Deene Park near Corby on May 9 and 10 2026. Pick from short loops, an evening 10k, a hilly half marathon or the full challenge, with medals for all finishers.

Spire Ultra returns for its 10th edition: a scenic 33 mile trail around Chesterfield across moorland, woods, reservoirs and farmland. Expect varied terrain, good on course support and a special 10 year finisher memento.

Challenge yourself on the Marsden Moors routes on 9 May 2026, choosing from 18, 23 or full marathon distances across moorland, reservoirs and canal towpath. Expect stunning views, checkpoint snacks and a warm finish meal.

Five Trig Points on 9 May 2026 is an 18 to 19 mile trail challenge around Delph with about 3,000 ft of ascent and self navigation to five local trig points. Manned checkpoints supply snacks and the finish offers free soup and hot drinks.

Five Trig Points on 9 May 2026 is an 18 to 19 mile trail challenge around Delph with about 3,000 ft of ascent and self navigation to five local trig points. Manned checkpoints supply snacks and the finish offers free soup and hot drinks.

Explore Northamptonshire on the Shires and Spires Anti Clockwise Edition, offering 10K up to a 35 mile ultra across scenic roads and trails. Waymarked routes, checkpoints and GPS support make this a great test of stamina and navigation.

Tackle the rugged North York Moors at Hardmoors 26.2 White Horse, offering scenic circular trails from 8 to 28 miles around Sutton Bank. Self navigated routes, mandatory kit and a 250 person limit make this an adventurous challenge.