Trail Running calendar near Great Ayton 2025-2026

Tackle the Hardmoors 26.2 White Horse trails at Sutton Bank near Thirsk on 10 May 2026, choosing from marathon, half marathon or 10k courses across dramatic North Yorkshire moorland. Expect rugged climbs, self navigation and a finisher meda..

Tough, scenic fell race in Bilsdale, North York Moors on Sun 10 May 2026. About 11.3 miles with 950 m of climb across classic moorland terrain. Enter on the day; expect limited parking so please car share.

Trunce 3 at Oxspring Playing Field on Mon 11 May 2026 offers a scenic but hilly 6.2 km senior race with 190 m of climb in the Peak District. Entry on the day is £3 with a 3 km over 10 junior race included, part of an eight race series.

Enjoy scenic trail running at Constable Burton Hall on 14 May 2026 with 5km and 10km options across pasture, tracks and woodland. Expect muddy sections, a stream crossing and a friendly post race hot dog to refuel.

Join Rodley Rock up n' Run, a pop up summer series behind the Rodley Barge on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, with 5k and 10k routes to suit all runners. Finish with a jumble medal, hot food and a beer or soft drink in a friendly village vib..

Holcombe 10 on 16 May 2026 features 10K and 10 mile trail routes from Hare & Hounds through Redisher Woods and up to Peel Tower with sweeping moorland views. Rugged climbs, runnable bridleways and a finisher memento support local youth proj..

Take on scenic Dales trails from 13 to 50 miles around Skipton. Punk Panther Skipton Skedaddle packs rugged climbs, limestone views and a welcoming ultra vibe for runners seeking a spring challenge.

Take on the Sedbergh Fell Race on 16 May 2026 for a stiff climb up Winder and a thrilling descent back to The Showfield. Senior and junior races welcome with entries available on the day.

Old County Tops is a Lake District fell race at New Dungeon Ghyll in Great Langdale on 16 May 2026. Expect a long, demanding 59 km mountain course with 3050 m of climb, raced in pairs for a thrilling test of endurance and navigation.

Tackle a scenic trail half around Black Hambleton and Silton Woods with sweeping views over the North Yorkshire Moors and the Vale of York. Limited to 50 entrants, finishers earn a bespoke medal and certificate.

Take on scenic trails around Derwent Reservoir in County Durham, choosing 5 km or 10 km routes that wind along firm paths, grass and woodland. Canicross friendly with live chip timing, medals, merchandise and finishers snacks.

Enjoy a scenic trail 10K around Golden Acre Park and Pauls Pond, featuring woods, a grassy hill and lakeside views. Friendly community vibe, souvenir CC10K t shirt and on course support make it ideal for spring runners.

Join the Calderdale Way Relay on Sun 17 May 2026 for a scenic but savage 80.5 km team challenge across the South West Pennines with 3660 m of climb. Teams of 12, pre entry only, runners run in pairs and strict kit rules apply.

Tackle the Totley Moor Fell Race on 19 May 2026, a testing 10.5 km across moorland and woodland with 440 m of climbing from Totley AC pavilion. Club atmosphere, limited entries and age category prizes make it a great challenge for fell runn..

Tackle the classic Mearley Clough Fell Race near Clitheroe, a short but sharp 5.6 km climb across scenic South Pennine fell. Entry on the day and a warming pasta supper make this a friendly, bite sized challenge.

Tackle a classic Pennine fell on Wed 20 May 2026 in Kildwick, starting at the White Lion. This punchy 6 km course with 245 m climb delivers steep ups, junior races and a friendly crowd; pre entry is available and parking is limited.

Kick off the Dun Holm Challenge in Durham with a 7 hour time challenge along the River Wear and Cathedral views. Choose any distance from 5 km to ultra, earn a Durham medal and enjoy aid stations with vegan options.

The Hardmoors 200 is a rugged 200 mile ultramarathon across Yorkshire wolds and dramatic coastline with huge climbs. Held 22 to 24 May 2026 with a 60 hour cutoff and just 50 places, it is a true test of endurance and crewed support.

Join Day 2 of the Dun Holm Challenge, a 7 hour timed run around the River Wear with flat laps and Cathedral views. Choose from a 3 km finisher up to ultras and 50 km, with aid stations, toilets and vegan options.

Panopticons Ultra is a point to point 32 mile trail around East Lancashire visiting four striking art installations as it winds along Pennine routes. Expect 4,700 ft of climbing, panoramic views and a memorable finish in the village of Traw..