Trail Running calendar near Glenridding 2026-2027

Take on the New Embsay Fell Race on Sat 11 Jul: a punchy 2.5 mile course with 195 m of climb through the Yorks Dales. Part of the village fete, enjoy entertainment and refreshments and easy on the day entry for a fun community challenge.

A point to point endurance event over the classic Lyke Wake route of just over 40 miles, run on a handicap basis. Participants must be 21 or over, carry mandatory navigation and safety kit, and pass pre event and random kit checks.

A guided recce of the Helvellyn to Ambleside LiAD section covering around 11 miles with about 6000 feet of ascent. NAV4 tutors cover navigation, kit, nutrition and route tactics, with transport via the local 555 bus and places limited to 12..

A 11.1 km trail race at Stonyhurst College on 11 July 2026 that follows woodland tracks, river paths and historic bridges linked to the landscapes behind The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. Entry includes a medal, race swag and chip timin..

Experience a traditional fell race in the West Pennines with the Baildon Canter. This event features a 5 km senior course and multiple junior races held alongside the local Carnival.

Race a steam train on this unique 11-mile point-to-point trail run from Bury to Rawtenstall. Spectators can ride the train to cheer you on. Every finisher gets a medal and T-shirt.

A 10 km race through the historic grounds of Floors Castle in Kelso on 12 July 2026. Mixed road and trail surfaces, a water station near 5 km, finishing refreshments, and medals and goodie bags for all finishers.

Join the Whinlatter FRA Junior Championships for an exciting day of fell running in Whinlatter Forest Park. With distances ranging from 1.5 km to 5.6 km, this event caters to age groups from Under 10 to Seniors.

A 7 km AS fell race with 400 m ascent to the 700 m summit of Chapelfell Top. The out and back course crosses rough pathless fell and requires navigation and prior fell running experience.

Gather a team of three for a relay race through the undulating trails of Golden Acre Park in Leeds. This evening event is open to UKA affiliated club members competing across multiple age and gender categories.

A scenic multi-terrain 15 km race in Moffat with a steep mid-race climb and a long downhill finish, open and local prize categories, junior races and a tots dash for under 5s.

A low cost and informal summer fell race in Great Langdale featuring an 8 km route to the summit of Pike of Blisco and an unconventional beer prizegiving.

Tackle a scenic fell race from Chop Gate in the North York Moors, covering 6.1 miles with 344 m of ascent across classic moorland. Entry on the day is welcome with low fees for members and non members, and teams are catered for.

An uphill only 6 km race with 850 m ascent in Patterdale on 17 July 2026. The route climbs via Swirral Edge to the Helvellyn summit and includes a marked course, manned checkpoint and an on event safety team.

Experience an extreme skyrunning challenge in the Lake District featuring 2700m of ascent and five graded scrambles. This technical race over the Helvellyn Massif requires proven climbing skills and a steady hand on the rock.

A 57 km mountain ultramarathon from Patterdale with 3700 m ascent that follows exposed ridges including Striding Edge. Classified as a Sky Extra, it provides GPS tracking, ITRA UTMB points and multiple manned checkpoints.

A technical 29 km sky race around St Sunday Crag near Patterdale with 2050 m ascent. The course is fully marked with manned checkpoints, electronic timing and post race soup including vegan and gluten free options.

Beyond Manchester on 18 July 2026 offers a 55 km ultra and a 25 km trail run from Castlefield through Salford Quays, canals and the Irwell Sculpture Trail back into Manchester city centre, passing landmarks like the Imperial War Museum Nort..

A semi technical 15 km trail around the base of Place Fell on Ullswater with 680 m ascent. Marked course, a feed station, electronic timing and a plantable Wild Flower Seed medal.

Experience a 26 km trail race starting in the heart of Hebden Bridge. Run past Stoodley Pike on a marked course featuring moorland views and rocky trails with full marshal support and finisher medals.