Trail Running calendar near Gilesgate 2026-2027

Trail races on the flat Leeds/Liverpool Canal towpath at Kirkstall with five distances on a lapped 6.7 mile loop. Feed stations, marshals and finish food are provided; all finishers receive a bespoke medal.

Run the Borders is a trail ultra on the Borders Abbeys Way in the Scottish Borders. Events include a roughly 109 km loop, a 50 km option and a relay for four, with waymarked trails, checkpoints and drop bag support.

Experience a scenic 21 km trail race along the shores of Derwentwater and the Cumbrian fells. This marked hilly course starts at Lingholm and features a bespoke medal for all finishers.

A 44 kilometre single‑lap trail race around Scafell Pike in Borrowdale, Keswick, with an unmarked mountain section that requires navigation; facilities include water, toilets and baggage storage and entrants must be 18 or older.

The Pennington Flash 5 mile Trail Race is set for 23 August 2026 at Leigh Sports Village. This TRA licensed event offers separate entry fees for affiliated and unaffiliated participants.

A single-lap, chip-timed trail race of about 7 miles through Adel Woods, Scotland Woods and Meanwood Park near Leeds. Organised by Valley Striders AC with prize categories for overall and masters age groups and limited entries.

The Roseberry Topping will take place in Newton under Roseberry on Wednesday 26 August 2026.

The Gavel Fell Race will take place in Ennerdale Water on Wednesday 26 August 2026. You can run 8 kilometers.

A pop up evening running event in Kirkstall, Leeds offering 5k and 10k routes along canal-side paths. Entry is available on the night or online and runners receive a jumble medal plus food and drink options.

Join the Eyemouth Twilight 5k on 28 August 2026 for a chip timed coastal evening run with medals for finishers. Family friendly Scott's Mini Fun Runs, goodie bags and Giacopazzi's Gelato at the finish make it a fun seaside outing.

The Arnison Crag Horseshoe will take place in Patterdale on Saturday 29 August 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

The Weardale Agricultural Show Fell Race will take place in Saint John's Chapel on Saturday 29 August 2026.

The Bellingham Show Fell Race will take place in Bellingham on Saturday 29 August 2026. You can run 4 miles.

The Pendleton Fell Race will take place in Pendleton on Saturday 29 August 2026. You can run 5 miles.

The Bilsdale Show - Tripsdale Trot will take place in Chop Gate on Saturday 29 August 2026. You can run 9 kilometers.

A multi distance trail race from Skipton that follows parts of the Pennine Way and the Dales Way, offering 13, 20, 34 and 50 miles with checkpoint support, mandatory kit requirements and tracker provision for longer distances.

Run as many laps as you choose in this seven hour time challenge along the River Wear in Durham. Enjoy a flexible trail course with Cathedral views and inclusive support for all abilities.

Experience the North York Moors through the Roseberry Trail Races featuring a marathon, half marathon, and 10k. Navigate self supported routes across exposed peaks and high ascent trails starting from Guisborough.

A seven hour Time Challenge along the River Wear in Durham on 30 August 2026, offering flexible lap distances from 3 km up to 50 km, fully signed trail course, finisher medals, distance pins and goody bag options including vegan choices.

Hebden Sports is a classic BOFRA fell race on August Bank Holiday Monday. Juniors and seniors tackle a steep, technical course starting from the show field. The event includes several age group races and takes place in the Yorkshire Dales.