Trail Running calendar near Halifax 2025-2026

Join the Chasewater Easter Egg Challenge on 05/04/2026 for scenic undulating multi terrain runs around the reservoir, with distances from junior to 20k. Dress as an Easter character and enjoy a bespoke medal, free photos and prizes.

Join the inaugural Halifax Urban Trail, just over 10K from Shibden Hall across Beacon Hill through historic spots like the Piece Hall and Town Hall. Run town streets and trails while supporting Overgate Hospice on 6 April 2026.

Enjoy a scenic 7.4 mile coastal route from Skinningrove along the Cleveland Way to the Charm Bracelet and back, with dramatic cliff top views and a Saltburn checkpoint. Friendly vibe, finishers medal and snacks await.

RunThrough Lake District Festival in Keswick features scenic 53k and 23k routes past Derwent Water, Scafell Pike and Catbells. Enjoy live tracking for ultras, a themed medal, chip timing, well stocked aid stations and a hot post race meal.

Take on the Punk Panther Ripon Stinger on April 11 2026, with 13, 20 or 35 mile routes through scenic landscapes around Ripon. Expect rolling climbs, historic sights like Fountains Abbey and Hackfall Woods, and a friendly ultra atmosphere.

Explore the rolling Yorkshire Wolds from Driffield Showground on 11 to 12 April 2026 with 30 mile and 50 mile LDWA routes. Enjoy checkpoint support, camping and a hearty finishers meal as you tackle classic countryside trails.

Run through the North Pennines AONB at the Stanhope Trail Races, choosing a challenging 10k or half marathon across moorland, woods and burns. Expect rugged trails, great views, finishers treats and a race memento plus wildflower seeds.

Challenge yourself on the Calderdale Hike, a long distance moorland route from Sowerby Bridge on 11 April 2026. Choose 16, 24 or 35 mile routes across high Pennine valleys with checkpoints, a hot meal and timed results.

The Saturn Running - Gilesgate will take place in Gilesgate on Sunday 12 April 2026. You can run between 7 and 50 kilometers.

The Llangollen Fell Race, hosted by Run Free Fell Runners in North Wales, is a popular annual event featuring two scenic routes: a challenging 17-mile course with 3000ft of elevation and a shorter 10-mile route ascending 1969ft. Both start..

Run the Charm Bracelet Marathon, a scenic 26.5 mile coastal trail from Redcar to Whitby that winds along cliffs, beaches and the Cleveland Way. Expect varied terrain, sea views and a rewarding finish in historic Whitby.

Tackle 5km, 10km or a half marathon through Bramham Park's sweeping estate, historic house, statues and woodland trails. Canicross friendly with one controlled dog per runner, and all finishers receive medals and race day goodies.

Run a rugged coastal trail from Redcar Beach to the fishing village of Staithes in the Charm Bracelet Half Marathon. Varied underfoot terrain, sand and cliff paths plus 1,591 ft of ascent promise a scenic, rewarding challenge.

The Summit 2 Sea - Offa's Dyke Half Marathon is a challenging spring race covering approximately 13.8 miles from the summit of Moel y Parc to the coast at Prestatyn. Runners will ascend over 2,450 feet, starting at over 1,300 feet above sea..

Run the Montane Howgills Trail in Sedbergh on 12 April 2026, choosing a 13 or 26 mile route across classic fells and lanes. Friendly atmosphere, bespoke finisher medal and on course support make it a must for trail runners.

Spring in Lakeland is a scenic but demanding 23 to 24 mile route with about 4400 ft of ascent via Loughrigg Tarn, Coniston and Tarn Hows. Strong navigation skills and mountain kit are required.

Tackle the Pennine Bridleway in the intimate Ranger Ultras PB137km Trail Challenge, a supported 137 km mountain route across wild moors with indoor checkpoints and a hostel style finish. Capped at 20 entrants, it promises remote scenery and..

Tackle 230 km of the Pennine Bridleway over several days and 75 hours, running from the Peak District into Cumbria. Expect wild uplands, staffed checkpoints and a small supportive field for a true adventure run.

Take on the NAV4 Lakes Mountain 40, a classic Lakeland challenge covering 40 miles and about 2500 m of ascent across multiple summits in a figure of eight route. Held 18 April 2026 from Askham Community Centre, it needs solid mountain skill..

Tackle the rough uplands of Blackstone Edge in this punchy 5.6 km fell race with 366 m climb and boggy sections, visiting the Pennine Way and a Roman road. Organized by Todmorden Harriers, it is a 2026 Fell Running Championships counter.