Trail Running calendar near Gilesgate 2025-2026

A classic Borrowdale fell race starting outside Langstrath Country Inn, this 7.5 km route climbs 430 m over rough, partly navigational terrain with stunning tarn and valley views. Entries are on the day only and places are limited.

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.

Join Stately Trails at Forcett Park on 18 June for a scenic 5 km loop or a double 10 km challenge across pasture, farm tracks and woodland. Limited to 200 runners, this friendly trail race rewards grit and good views.

Take on scenic trails at Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve with 5k or 10k options on 18 June 2026. Finishers get a jumble medal, hot food, a beer or soft drink and free parking at a friendly, highly rated event from Its Grim Up North Running.

Join Ogden Midsummer Madness, a classic fell race around Ogden Water that packs 300 m of climbing into a brisk 5 km loop. Entry is on the day only, making this a lively local test of grit and speed.

Tackle Beamsley Beacon on 18 June 2026 in Addingham, York Dales, an 8.8 km fell race with 335 m of climb, steep ascents and rewarding views. Entry is on the day for £5 with registration at St Peter's Church, teams welcome, minimum age 16.

Two Roses Ultra lets you tackle two distinct 50 km loops across the Pennines or combine them for a figure of eight 100 km challenge. Rugged moorland, reservoir views, checkpoints with hot food, GPS timing and a bespoke finisher medal.

Tackle roughly 50 miles across the Cheviot hills from Ingram, a rugged loop over the region's biggest summits. With GPS tracking and a 24 hour finish limit, this ultra rewards grit and scenic solitude.

Experience coastal cliffs, beaches and moorland trails from Scarborough to Whitby and back, with distances from 10 km to 100 km. Supportive rest stops, on course care and camping options make this a welcoming challenge for ultrarunners and..

Experience the Lamplighter night runs on the North York Moors: pick a 20 mile trail or a 40 mile ultra, solo or as a pair, and navigate moorland tracks and checkpoints by head torch. Finishers get a Lamplighter medal and a night to remember..

A scenic but testing trail half marathon in the Yorkshire Dales with steep climbs, riverside footpaths and sweeping Wharfedale views. Part of the Due North Race Series, it ends with a hearty post race meal, a beer and event goodies.

Enjoy scenic canal and trail running at the Yorkshire Weekend Saunter Series in Kirkstall, with 5K, 10K and half marathon options on 20 June 2026. Finishers get a jumble medal, hot food and a beer or soft drink, with online or pay on the da..

Take on the iconic Clougha Pike fell race near Lancaster, a short but punchy 4.9 mile route with 400 m of climb and stunning views. Pre entry is required; junior races and team entries make this a lively community event.

Run a flat, fully signed trail along the River Wear with cathedral views at Saturn Lord of The Run North, a 7 hour trail event in Durham. Pick from short laps to ultra distances, earn a themed medal with aid stations and vegan options.

Take on the Fountains 10K in picturesque Grantley near Ripon, North Yorkshire, a single loop through Nidderdale's quiet lanes, trails and moorland. Enjoy undulating terrain, a lively village finish with music and a warm welcoming vibe.

Hawkswick Dash on Sunday 21 June 2026 in the Yorkshire Dales is a short, scenic fell race that climbs to a skyline ridge then drops back to the field in a thrilling finish. Entry on the day only with low fees and junior races.

Enjoy a scenic trail run around Harewood House estate with lakeside views, woodlands and routes past the sets of Emmerdale. Choose 12.7km or 21.7km with chip timing, marshals and a finisher medal at a friendly low waste event.

Run along the River Wear with cathedral views in Durham at Lord of The Run North, a 7 hour time challenge letting you choose laps from a 3 km minimum up to ultra distances. Finishers earn themed medals, goody bags and vegan options.

Take on the Settle Hills Race on Sun 21 Jun 2026, an 11.3 km fell loop with 500 m climb and superb views to Pen Y Ghent. Starts in Settle Market Place with pre entry or entry on the day, marshals and finish refreshments.

Take on the Baystones & Wansfell fell race in the Lake District on 21 June 2026, a scenic but testing 10.8 km course with 504 m of climb around Troutbeck. Pre entry and day registration available with modest fees and limited parking.