Trail Running calendar near Grasmere 2025-2026

The PFW Running - Granny's Bay Challenge is an annual running event held in the scenic seaside town of Lytham, Lancashire. Starting at the Fylde Spitfire Memorial, the course follows a flat, 5.24-mile out-and-back loop along the Ribble estuary, passing landmarks such as Fairhaven Lake, Granny's Bay,..

The Morland 'Marathon' is a 30-mile trail ultra event held near Penrith, starting and finishing at Morland Village Hall in the Eden Valley. The course is largely off-road with mixed terrain and features 3,000 feet of elevation gain. It runs through scenic countryside, hugging the Pennines to the eas..

Born 2B Wild III is a 5k trail running event held in Hamsterley Forest, open to participants aged 16 and over along with their dogs. The course features natural obstacles, mud, hills, and technical terrain, offering an immersive outdoor experience. Runners can compete individually or as part of a fi..

WODland - Endurorun is an inclusive trail running event taking place in Holmfirth, Great Britain, on March 14, 2026. Participants can choose from various distances, including 5km, 10km, and 20km, or take on the unique 6-hour challenge, where individuals or teams can complete as many 5km loops as pos..

The Tyne Bridges to Boundaries Ultra is a 34-mile running event held in Newcastle Upon Tyne, starting at The Cycle Hub on the Quayside. Inspired by the Audax cycling spirit, it offers a scenic route through urban and natural landscapes, including riverside meadows and country parks. The event emphas..

The Haworth Hobble is a challenging 32-mile (51 km) fell running event organized by the Keighley and Craven Athletics Club. It traverses gritstone moors around Haworth, Todmorden, and Hebden Bridge in the UK, featuring approximately 4,400 feet (1,340 meters) of ascent and descent. The race starts at..

The Hardmoors 55 is a challenging 55-mile ultramarathon held in the North York Moors, running from Guisborough to Helmsley through the Cleveland Hills. The course features over 2700 meters of ascent and is mostly on the well-marked Cleveland Way National Trail. Participants face potentially harsh, w..

"We Need to Talk About Chevin" is a challenging fell race held in Otley, starting and finishing on Station Road near The Black Horse pub, which serves as race HQ and offers post-race refreshments. The main race covers 14km (9 miles) with 650m (2130ft) of elevation, featuring tough climbs including t..

The Link Challenge is a 20-mile trail run or hike held at Burrs Country Park in Bury, UK. The scenic route connects six historic villages—Nangreaves, Holcombe, Hawkshaw, Affetside, Ainsworth, and Greenmount—passing iconic landmarks, woodlands, and open meadows. Designed to foster camaraderie, the ev..

The Buttermere Trail Race is a scenic 20-kilometre trail run held in Buttermere Village, Cumbria, set within the stunning Buttermere Valley. The course is a single, undulating loop around the shores of Buttermere and Crummock Water, featuring diverse terrain including lakeshore trails, rocky paths,..

The Blubberhouses Moor will take place in Harrogate on Sunday 22 March 2026.

The Canalathon Ultra Running Festival, held at Sowerby Bridge Cricket Club in West Yorkshire, offers a scenic running experience along the Rochdale Canal through historic industrial towns in Yorkshire and Lancashire. The event features multiple distances: 100km, 50km, half marathon, and 10km, suitab..

The Grasmere Wild Trail Runs, held in the scenic Lake District village of Grasmere, Cumbria, is a popular annual event returning in March 2026. The trail runs take place over two days, with the running events on Saturday featuring 5km and 10km distances. The 10km route is renowned for its stunning b..

The Northern Traverse® is a challenging 300km self-supported ultra race held in northern England. Starting at St Bees Seafront on the west coast, the route follows Wainwright’s iconic Coast to Coast path, crossing three National Parks and finishing at Robin Hood’s Bay on the east coast. The course f..

Lakes Traverse® is a challenging 100km ultra running event across the Lake District National Park, starting at St Bees Seafront on the west coast. The course follows Wainwright's Coast to Coast route, traversing scenic and rugged terrain including Ennerdale, Borrowdale, Grasmere Common, Grisedale Ta..

The Silva Moors Traverse is an 80km ultra-distance running event following Alfred Wainwright’s iconic coast-to-coast route from Ingleby Cross to Robin Hood’s Bay in northern England. The course traces the northern edge of the North York Moors National Park and winds through eastern Yorkshire, finish..

The Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge in Durham is a trail running event held at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club along the scenic River Wear, offering views of the Cathedral. Participants can run as many laps as they wish within seven hours, with each lap measuring approximately 4.37 miles (7 km), subject..

The Silva Dales Traverse is a 55km ultra running event held in northern England, following Alfred Wainwright’s famous coast-to-coast route from Kirkby Stephen to Richmond. The course traverses the scenic North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, crosses the iconic Nine Standards, and winds..

The Manchester to Liverpool Ultra 50 is a 50-mile ultra-running event held annually, following the scenic Trans-Pennine Trail, Manchester Ship Canal, and River Mersey from Manchester to Liverpool. Starting at the Imperial War Museum North in Manchester, the well-marked course features a modest eleva..

The Samaritans Way Trail Run, held at Guisborough Rugby Club in Teesside, is a trail running and walking event supporting the Teesside Samaritans charity. Participants can choose from 10km or 20km distances, either running or walking, with options for solo or relay participation. The course follows..