Trail Running calendar near Great Ayton 2025-2026

Take on Mr Sparkle's Dark Un, an 8.1 km night fell race around Tockholes with stiff climbs, open moorland and muddy descents under headtorch light. Limited to 100 runners, entry supports Bolton Mountain Rescue and the Red Cross.

Tibthorpe Loop is a circular half marathon in the Yorkshire Wolds on 28 Feb 2026, with undulating, easy to follow trails. It starts and finishes at Field House Camping with eco perks like a plantable medal and tree planting for finishers.

Challenge yourself at the South Pennine 24 on 28 February 2026, a 24 mile route with 3,900 ft of climb across wild moorland around Dovestone Reservoir. Fully supported with four checkpoints; event is full but a wait list is open.

Take on the Northumberlandia 10K at nighttime, racing up and around the sculpted landform and through countryside by headtorch. Enjoy varied trails, a water stop, a bespoke finisher medal and a lively event village with café and stalls.

Run the Inov8 High Cup Nick Fell Race in Dufton on 28 Feb 2026, a scenic 15 km out and back to High Cup Nick along the Pennine Way. Entry supports the village hall and includes registration at the hall plus homemade soup and roll.

Join the iconic Ilkley Moor Fell Race on 1 March 2026 for a thrilling 8 km moorland challenge around Ilkley Moor. Expect steep, rocky descents and testing terrain on this classic fell race for experienced runners.

Tackle a muddy multi terrain 10K through Ripon countryside on 1 March 2026 and enjoy a friendly chip timed race that supports St Wilfrid's School. A single lap course welcomes club runners and families with a 1K fun run for kids.

Join Saint Michael's Harrogate 10K and 5K on 1 March 2026 to support Saint Michael's Hospice, with scenic trail routes from Crimple House in Hornbeam Park. A Littlies fun run adds a family friendly twist to this fundraising day.

Take on the Eskdale Eureka fell race on Sun 1 Mar 2026 in the North York Moors, based at Castleton Cricket Club, a challenging 14.3 km course with about 470 m of climb across classic moorland. Entry on the day, with proceeds supporting Clev..

Explore moorland trails and reservoir views at Saddleworth Res's in Greenfield, Oldham on Saturday 7 March 2026. Choose 25, 44 or 60 km unmarked courses that test navigation, with checkpoints, refreshments and live tracking.

Run under star filled skies with Trail Outlaws Dark Skies Run Series at UK dark sky venues like Kielder. Night trail races from 10K to 26.6 miles offer a friendly, highly rated atmosphere for adventurous runners.

The Stan Bradshaw Pendle Round on Sat 7 Mar 2026 is a classic fell race around Pendle offering Pennine ridges and wide views. About 9.4 miles with 545 m of climb, pre entries and day entries are welcome for a rewarding spring challenge.

The CBTE Morland 'Marathon' is a 29 mile trail ultra with about 3,000 ft of climbing through Eden Valley near Pennines and Howgills. Stone circles, waterfalls and village charm await; open to runners and walkers with full tracking.

Take on the 40th Two Crosses Circuit on Sunday 8 March 2026 at Greenmount, choosing a rewarding 18 or 26 mile trail for walkers and runners. Classic West Pennine Moors scenery, route navigation and friendly LDWA support make it a memorable..

Get muddy and have fun at Born 2B Wild III, a lively around 5k trail run through Hamsterley Forest with hills, mud and obstacles. Bring your dog for a post run drink, claim a finisher medal and help support an animal charity.

Challenge yourself at the March Hare's Final Run in Penistone, a 7 hour timed event on a flat lapped 6.55 mile route where you can run as many laps as you like. Every finisher gets a 2026 medal, goody bag and chocolate treats with hot drink..

Take on the Roddlesworth Roller, a scenic 9 km trail around lakes and through woods on good paths and roads. Held at Abbey Village on 8 March 2026, this friendly community race welcomes all ages and raises funds for the school PTA.

Take on the Carrock Fell Race in the Lake District on 8 March 2026, 9 km with 500 m climb over rugged terrain. Unmarked route demands map and compass skills and entry is on the day for a spur of the moment fell challenge.

Run scenic looped trails around Holme Styes Wood at WODland Endurorun on 14 March 2026. Choose 10 km, 20 km or push for as many laps as you can in the six hour Endurorun, with solo and team entries on a fast 5 km circuit.

Tackle rugged gritstone moors in the Haworth Hobble, a classic off road 51 km ultra with about 1,340 m of ascent across Haworth, Todmorden and Hebden Bridge. Expect remote trails, full kit requirements and hearty feeds on route.