Trail Running calendar near Great Harwood 2026-2027

A 50 mile trail race on Good Friday 3 April 2026 from Manchester to Liverpool along the Trans-Pennine Trail. The event features six checkpoints, live GPS tracking, a 14 hour cut off and limited entry; 2026 places are sold out.

A trail run and walk on the Official Samaritans Way near Guisborough on 4 April 2026, organised to raise funds for Teesside Samaritans. Options include 10 km and 20 km run or walk with medals, event T shirt and on course support.

A ladies-only trail half marathon under the April Pink Moon. This scenic out-and-back route through Sutton Springs Wood and the Five Pits Trail is challenging and supports a Women's Aid charity. Finish with a medal, cake, and drinks by a ca..

Mind Over Moors is a trail race in the North Yorkshire Moors on April 4, 2026. The approximately 10 km event supports mental health awareness, with part of each entry fee going to charity.

Trail races around Carsington Water on 4 April 2026 offering a half marathon and a 10K with marked kilometres, marshals and an event village with food and partner giveaways.

This classic fell race covers 5.2 km with 800 ft of ascent on a route to Rivington Pike and back. It starts near the Crown Hotel in Horwich and traditionally runs on Easter Saturday.

Classic Lake District fell run from New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, a sharp 3.5 mile course with 2100 ft of climbing over rough rock and moor. Day entries welcome; bring map, compass and waterproofs for this high country test.

Tackle this fully guided 68km linear trail from Pentrefoelas to Bodfari, gaining 1,840m of ascent. With checkpoint support and qualified guides, the focus is on steady progress through remote landscapes. Finishers receive a wooden medal and..

A *10 km* cross-country race at Cockermouth School on 4 April 2026 featuring road, woodland track and field sections, chip timing, and on-course guidance about footwear and clothing; organised by Derwent AC.

Canal-side trail races from Rodley along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal offering distances from 10k to ultra marathon. The course is an out and back on a mostly flat towpath with marshals, regular feed stations and finisher medals.

Join the festive Chasewater Easter Egg Challenge for a run around the reservoir. Choose from 5k to 20k distances or a junior run, with custom medals and photos for all. Optional Easter costumes welcome.

Join the Alan Kirk Memorial Lad's Leap on Sun 5 Apr 2026 in Crowden near Woodhead for a testing 9.5 km moorland race with 518 m of ascent and spectacular Peak District views. Teams welcome and entries available on the day.

Celebrate 15 years of the Helmsley Easter 10km, a popular multi-terrain race through the scenic tracks and fields around this North Yorkshire market town. The hilly, undulating route offers a community atmosphere. Proceeds support local cha..

Experience Halifax like never before. The Halifax Urban Trail is a unique 10K route that takes runners through the town's historic buildings, from Shibden Park to the Piece Hall. This inaugural event supports a local hospice charity.

Join this friendly 3 mile race in Haworth on the South West Pennines, climbing 100 m over a scenic course around the Old Sun Hotel. Every finisher gets a Cadbury's Creme Egg and winners take Easter eggs, with chip butties at the pub after.

This popular early-season fell race covers 4 miles from Rothay Park in Ambleside. The out-and-back route includes steep climbs on tarmac and gravel before reaching the fell's summit cairn. Pre-entry is required, with fees for FRA members an..

Explore the stunning North Pennines on a trail running adventure from Stanhope. Choose between a 10k or Half Marathon route over moorland, woodland paths, and past a waterfall. This eco-conscious event includes wildflower seeds and focuses..

The Allendale Challenge is a 26-mile loop walk or run organized by North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team. The event starts at Allendale Village Hall and covers peat bogs in the North Pennines.

The Ripon Stinger trail run follows the Ripon Rowel route past Fountains Abbey and the Valley of the Seven Bridges. With distances from 14 to 35 miles, it finishes at Studley Roger Village Hall with medals and hot food.

This long-running Pennine event offers three challenging routes of 16, 24, or 35 miles through Calderdale's moorland. Starting from Sowerby Bridge, it's open to walkers and runners aged 14 and over. Your entry includes checkpoint support, a..