Trail Running calendar near Gatesgarth 2026-2027

Experience a 50 mile circuit through Wensleydale and Swaledale including an ascent of Great Shunner Fell. This traditional challenge event for runners and walkers features 5,500ft of climbing and a 22 hour time limit.

Join the Pete Bland 50th Kentmere Horseshoe on Sun 19 Jul 2026 in the Lake District for a challenging 19.8 km course with 1006 m of climb around classic Lakeland tops. Pre entry required; refreshments and parking at Kentmere Village Hall.

Tackle a scenic but testing 9.7 km trail in Coniston's Lake District with 732 m of climb, part of the Coniston Country Fair on Sun 19 Jul 2026. Entry on the day is £6 or included with fair admission. Minimum age 18 and teams are not allowed..

Tackle the rugged Bowland slopes at the Hapton Fell Race, a challenging 5 miles with about 400 m of climb near Burnley. Day of entry makes it ideal for last minute plans and friendly club rivalry.

Run Stately Trails: Aske at Aske Hall for an evening 5 km or 10 km loop, with a 5 km walk option. Limited to 200 runners, this mostly flat but muddy estate course winds through pastures and woodland for a scenic country trail.

Experience an evening trail run through the exclusive parkland of a historic Georgian estate. Choose from 5km or 10km courses through private woodlands and pastures followed by post race food.

Experience a brand new midweek trail run around Clowbridge Reservoir and the Pennine Bridleway. This marked 10k course features 175m of elevation with local parking and proceeds supporting community causes.

Experience an extensive tour of the Lake District fells with 50 and 100 mile trail races over public footpaths. These circular and point to point routes finish in Coniston and feature significant elevation gain through spectacular terrain.

The Punk Panther Takes the Hindmost will take place in Otley on Saturday 25 July 2026.

Experience the Turnslack Fell Race a category BM event covering 12.9 km with 610 m of ascent. Join the fell running community in Calderbrook for this organized race featuring team prizes and post race refreshments.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell race on Saturday 25 July 2026 at Beetham Sports Field, a 9.3 km route with 283 m of climb that rewards grit with stunning views. Entry on the day, plus junior sports day races and parking on site.

Tackle classic Lake District terrain at the High Wether Howe fell race on Sat 25 Jul 2026, a 14 km route with 485 m of climb starting and finishing at Stepps Hall. Entry on the day is welcome and proceeds support the Shap community fund.

This 14 km fell run in the Yorkshire Dales starts from historic Bolton Castle. The route includes 305 metres of climb and welcomes teams. Records show a fast, competitive history for this FRA-permitted event.

Tackle the Hameldon Quarry Race on 28 July 2026 in Hapton, Burnley, a lively 6.5 km trail with about 400 m of climb through Bowland terrain. Day entry only, low fees and team categories make it ideal for a spontaneous challenge.

Tackle the Fellrunner at Lee Mill Quarry, a 10km fell race with 332 m climb, offering steep scenic trails and a tough workout. Entry on the day and teams welcome make this a lively opener for the Rossendale mid week series.

A classic BOFRA fell race at Ambleside Sports, tackling a steep 1.7-mile course with 800 feet of climb. The event features races for multiple age groups and is a championship counter. It's held at Rydal Park as part of the larger sports day..

Join the Heart Of The Lakes Rydal Round, a scenic Lake District fell run of 9 miles with 915 m climb around Rydal Park. Entry is on the day and the race opens Ambleside Sports; sports field admission applies.

Experience West Yorkshire’s first female only ultramarathon with this scenic 50km trail race. Enjoy a fully supported course through woodlands and moors, featuring vegan checkpoints and a finish line celebration.

Experience a 37 mile ultramarathon through the dramatic landscape of the North Pennines AONB. Run the historic Isaac's Tea Trail in reverse as a solo athlete or in a relay team of three.

Test your endurance at Hollinwood Scout Camp in this Manchester backyard ultra. Run a flat trail loop every hour until only one participant remains on the fast woodland course.