Trail Running calendar near Great Ayton 2026-2027

Litton Birks Fell Race on 21 November 2026 in Litton is a punchy 5 km fell with about 362 m of ascent on a new course introduced in 2024. Finish at the cosy Queens Arms for food and friendly fell running vibes.

A circular trail and fell race from Marsden Cricket Club of about 5.8 miles and 1026 ft of ascent across moorland and reservoirs. The event is UKA affiliated, requires basic trail kit and has trophy prizes by age category.

Join the Padfield Plum Fair Scamper on Sun 22 Nov 2026 for an 8.8 km fell race around Padfield in the Peak District, featuring 320 m of climb and stunning views. Open to runners aged 16+, with pre and on the day entries and limited parking.

The Black Night Scar fell race lights up the South West Pennines on 24 Nov 2026 from Todmorden, a punchy 5.8 km course with 315 m of climb under headtorches. Entries available pre entry or on the day with teams of three welcome.

Teams of four take on the Lee Mill Relay at Lee Mill Quarry, Rossendale, each running a flagged 10.7 km loop across rugged, potentially wintry terrain. A tough winter fell running challenge with strict kit checks.

Trail marathon, half marathon and 10km across Dalby Forest on forest fire roads with live chip timing. Canicross friendly rules apply and finishers receive a bespoke medal, merchandise and refreshments.

Join the Really Wild Boar, a classic fell race in the York Dales on Saturday 5 December 2026. Tackle 9 km with 450 m of climb, enjoy hearty post race soup and a roll at the Fat Lamb Inn and soak up wild moorland views.

A winter ultra of about 55 miles across the Cheviot hills, based at Ingram Village Hall in Northumberland. The loop route can change with conditions; each runner receives a GPS tracker and has 24 hours to complete the course.

Take on a scenic 7 hour timed challenge along the River Wear by Durham Cathedral, choosing how many laps to run from a 3 km minimum up to 50 km. Finishers get a themed medal and bobble hat with on course drinks and snacks.

Join the Snow Globe Gallop Bobble Hat Run North in Durham for a flexible 7 hour time challenge along the River Wear with cathedral views. Choose distances from 3 km to ultra and finishers get a themed medal and bobble hat.

Tackle the classic Mytholmroyd fell race on Sun 6 Dec 2026, a testing 10 km in the South West Pennines with about 500 m of climb. Pre entry only, age 18 plus, and every finisher gets a free can of Vocation Heart & Soul beer.

Tackle the rugged North York Moors at the Guisborough Fell Race on Sun 6 Dec 2026, a testing 20 km with 850 m of climb that rewards strength and navigation. Open to adults with team entries, this scenic winter series event recommends car sh..

Trail event in Otley, West Yorkshire offering 12, 19 and 32 mile routes with checkpoint support, live trackers for ultras and mandatory safety kit; minimum age 18 and maximum 100 entrants.

Moors The Merrier 21 is a scenic yet testing fell race of 21 miles across the South West Pennines from Hebden Bridge Golf Club. Expect moorland vistas, festive fun with a Santa hat and small gift tradition, plus post race hot meal.

Take on the Simonside Cairns fell race in Rothbury, Northumberland, a rugged 11 mile route over moorland and cairns that rewards grit and scenery. Entry on the day from Jubilee Hall is £10 and teams of three are welcome.

Silent Night on Fri 18 Dec 2026 is a bold night fell race in Weardale that sends runners up Chapelfell Top under head torch light. Expect rough, pathless terrain, strict navigation and kit checks, and pre entry only for experienced adults.

Run Fellrunner at Stoop at Penistone Hill near Haworth, an 8 km fell race with 250 m climb across the Pennine hills. Festive extras include a free Santa hat, Christmas prizes, a Curly Wurly for finishers and post race coffee.

Join the Chopwell Woods Christmas Trail Races on 20 December 2026 for festive trail fun across a Santa Mile, 4 Mile and 8 Mile routes suitable for kids and adults. Enjoy seasonal scenery and family friendly racing with entries open now.

Take on the Totley Two Turtle Doves fell race in the Peak District this Boxing Day, a bracing 4.8 mile course with 820 ft of climb. Winter kit is required and Totley AC Pavilion provides toilets, showers and changing rooms.

Take on a scenic 8.8 km fell race from Guisborough Rugby Club through the North York Moors, with 376 m of climb to test your legs. Junior races and team categories make it a festive late December outing with on the day entries and post race..