Trail Running calendar near Great Ayton 2025-2026

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.

Hit the trails in scenic Barnard Castle on Sunday 21 June 2026 with LRC Tees Trailtastic, offering 3.5, 9 and 15 mile fully marked courses for runners from 15 up. Enjoy marshals, aid stations and beautiful Durham countryside.

The Fellrunner at Windy Gyle is a rugged 13.7 km test with 549 m of climb across scenic Northumberland hills on Sun 21 Jun 2026. Entry on the day is welcome with modest fees for members and non members.

Tackle the Trunce 5, a lively fell race in the Peak District around Oxspring offering a hilly 6.2 km route with about 190 m of climb. On the day entries are welcome and juniors over 10 can take part in a 3 km race as part of an eight race s..

Tackle Aggie's Staircase, a scenic 4 mile fell race around Darwen with three tough climbs including Jubilee Tower and Jacobs Mound. Expect moorland views, rocky descents and a classic fell race atmosphere organised by Darwen Dashers.

Tackle the Bridestone Fell Race in Todmorden for a punchy 7.5 km with 375 m of climb across the South West Pennines. Pre and day entries accepted; race HQ at the Hare and Hounds makes for a classic fell running finish.

Eddie's Revenge is a classic fell race near Oldham that tests legs and map skills on rough moorland and forest trails, with stiff climbs and a sharp shale descent. Friendly and competitive, entry is by pre entry only and supports local char..

Take on a scenic 12 km course across the North York Moors with 400 m of climb for a rewarding midweek challenge. Entry on the day, friendly teams welcome and a post race BBQ helps raise money for charity.

Join Kirkstall Rock up n' Run on 25 June 2026 for a fun pop up summer run along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal with 5k and 10k options. Register online or on the day and enjoy hot food, a jumble medal and a post run beer or soft drink.

Tackle 47 miles across the rolling Yorkshire Wolds in the scenic Hardwolds 40, with roughly 4600 ft of ascent and a 20 hour time limit. Solo runners or relay teams of two to four will enjoy classic villages, tracks and testing climbs from B..

Enjoy summer trail running through scenic Chopwell Woods on 27 June 2026 with timed 5, 10 and 15 mile races. Canicross friendly and every finisher gets a medal plus a burger and drink to celebrate.

Tackle the Alston Gala Fell Race on 27 June 2026 in the North Pennines, a lively 6.2 km out and back to Park Fell from Alston Playing Field. Expect 211 m of climb, marshals on course and proceeds to the local mountain rescue.

Tackle Burrs Bash at Burrs Country Park, Bury, a lapped riverside trail where you can run from a single 3.3 mile lap up to marathon or ultra distance within a seven hour limit. Proceeds support The Sunnywood Project and flexible medal optio..

Join the Eldwick Gala fell race in the South West Pennines, a scenic but testing 3 mile course with 168 m climb and short junior races. Limited to 200 runners, this community event blends tough trails and festival fun.

Run the coastal cliffs from Sewerby to Flamborough and back, starting and finishing behind the Ship Inn. Enjoy an undulating trail through fields and woodland, scenic sea views, regular feed stations and post run food.