Trail Running calendar near Gilesgate 2026-2027

A two-day running festival in the Lake District featuring waymarked Grasmere Gallop trail races and the navigational OMM Lite Trail Quest. Events include distances from 5.7km to a marathon, plus a Nordic walk and free kids' races. The festi..

A fully waymarked 42 km trail around Grasmere and nearby valleys with about 1905 m of ascent. The event provides course drinks, a checkpoint with snacks, tracker hire, mandatory kit checks and a Langdale slate medal at the finish.

The Settle Saunter is an annual run or walk on scenic paths in the Yorkshire Dales. Choose from three distances: 10k, half marathon, or 23 miles. The community-organized event supports local and international charities.

Take on a 33.5 mile Ultra, 21.5 mile Trail 20 or 10 mile route around Ullswater, finishing in Glenridding. Enjoy stunning Lake District views, stocked feed stations and a bespoke finisher medal.

A trail event around Ullswater with three distances: 33.5-mile Ultra with extra loops, a 21.5-mile full lap, and a 10-mile finish from Pooley Bridge to Glenridding. Registration is at Jenkins Field with compulsory kit and age limits.

Second race of a three race canal towpath series on 2 June 2026 in Methley, Leeds. A measured flat 5 km course organised to raise funds for the Jane Tomlinson Appeal with prizes across age categories.

Take on the Hebden Bridge fell race on Tue 2 Jun 2026 in the South West Pennines, a flagged 10.4 km course with about 350 m of climb that rewards bold climbing and fast descents. Day entry and prizegiving at The Albert make for a friendly,..

Tackle Paddy's Pole fell race in the Bowland fells near Chipping, Lancs, a punchy 6 km with 336 m climb that rewards hill legs. Pre entry is required, entries limited to 140 so book early and consider car sharing as parking is limited.

The Whorlton Run on Wed 3 Jun 2026 is a scenic 11 km challenge in the North York Moors from Swainby Village Hall, mixing road, fell and forest tracks with 427 m of climb. Entry on the day is available so come join the Esk Valley Fell Club S..

Tackle the Otley Chevin fell race on Wed 3 Jun 2026, a classic 3 mile challenge with 210 m of climb across rugged West Yorkshire terrain. Fast, friendly and fiercely competitive, this long running tradition welcomes runners aged 16 plus.

Choose between a 5k or 10k course starting from Bingley's 5 Rise Locks. The gentle route includes scenic canal paths, creating a relaxed running atmosphere. Friendly organization and finish line treats await participants aged 16 and over.

Join the Kettlewell Anniversary Fell Race on Thu 4 Jun 2026 in Kettlewell, York Dales. Circa 8 km with a testing 550 m climb, this permit race is novice friendly and offers pre entry or on the day registration from the village hall.

The Stickle Grind 650 is a vertical race in the Lake District. Runners tackle 650 meters of ascent over 2.4 kilometers to the summit of Harrison Stickle. The event finishes with live music at the iconic Lanty Slees Stickle Barn.

Run a 10k trail through scenic chalk valleys and woodland paths, finishing on the lawns of Sledmere House. The evening event also features a shorter trail race and a kids' fun run. Chip timing and a finisher's medal are provided.

This 38 km point-to-point sky race in the Lake District features 2800 m of ascent over technical, single-track trails. It summits England's highest mountain and is designed for experienced mountain runners. The event includes full support,..

Trail races from Station Top, Otley on public footpaths with 51 km, 25 km and 16 km options plus a 50 km relay; mandatory kit, mapped routes, manned checkpoints and limited facilities at race HQ.

A technical 21 km trail run around Great and Little Langdale. The race, part of the Scafell Skyrunning Weekend, starts from the Lanty Slees Stickle Barn. It offers a fully marked course through a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Explore the southern Lake District on a looped route starting from Kendal. Choose from distances ranging from 10 km to 100 km, with full support and optional camping. New for 2026 are competitive categories for fast runners and hasty hikers..

The Samaritans Way Ultra Trail follows official trails created by Teesside Samaritans. Choose from a 40km marathon or a 60km ultra distance, with the ultra also available as a relay. All event profits support the local Samaritans branch.

Event Overview The Stanza Stones Summer Edition is a 50-mile linear ultra-marathon route connecting Marsden and Ilkley in the South Pennines. The event features over 6800 feet of ascent. Route and Landmarks The route visits all six Stanza S..