Trail Running calendar near Halifax 2026-2027

Run through the North York Moors at the Heartbeat Hobble in Goathland, an 11.9 km fell with 290 m of climb. Entry on the day and a village hall finish create a friendly spring fell outing.

Bleaklow Blitz is an 8 mile fell race from Torside Reservoir, climbing 452 m as it follows the Pennine Way to Bleaklow Head and back. Expect rough moorland, sweeping views and a testing but rewarding course.

Join the Bunny Run Relay in the South West Pennines for a playful team race of three, each running a short hilly leg. On the day entries only, eggs serve as batons and every finisher gets a Cadbury creme egg.

Cockfield Chase is a friendly fell race on ancient Cockfield Fell featuring a guided 3.5 km route lap followed by a 3.5 km timed lap, totalling 7 km with about 160 m of climb. Beginner friendly, scenic and community driven with post race re..

Take on the Ian Charlesworth Hartcliff Hill fell race in Penistone on 28 April 2026: a spirited 7.4 km loop over fields and rough tracks with great views and friendly marshals. Fast, well marked and ideal for club teams.

Orchan Rocks is a classic fell race in the South West Pennines on Tue 28 Apr 2026, starting at the Staff of Life pub in Todmorden. Tackle a punchy 5.4 km course with 280 m climb, open to runners aged 14 and over with pre entry or day entry.

Enjoy a scenic riverside run on the Trans Pennine Trail with 5 km and 10 km routes, mostly flat and fast. Limited to 150 runners, finishers get a drink from Piglove Brewery and night runners must carry a headtorch.

Fo(e) Edge is a compact fell race in the South West Pennines on Wed 29 Apr 2026, sending runners over 4.1 miles with 300 m of climb from Cowpe Village Hall. Entry on the day is £5 and teams are welcome for a spirited midweek test of hill le..

Join the Dragonfly Challenge at Pooley Country Park for a six hour timed loop where you run as many 3.3 mile laps as you like. Enjoy scenic parkland and a climb to the Golden Tower of Leaves, with the choice of a medal or a tree planting to..

Tackle a 50 mile ultra in the Yorkshire Dales on 2 May 2026, starting and finishing at Malham. Scenic but tough, the Pennine Barrier climbs over 2500 m and passes Malham Cove, Malham Tarn and the Yorkshire 3 Peaks.

Take on the CBTE Esk Valley Epic, a scenic 36 mile circular ultra around Glaisdale following the Esk Valley Walk with rolling climbs and five checkpoints. Open to runners and walkers, it promises strong camaraderie and a memorable challenge..

Take on the Coniston Fell Race on Saturday 2 May 2026 in the Lake District, a 14 km mountain course summiting Wetherlam Swirl How and the Old Man of Coniston. Limited advance places and strict kit checks make this a true fell challenge with..

Join the Cake Race on Sat 2 May 2026 in Diggle, starting from the Diggle Hotel, for a scenic 16 km fell challenge over the Pennines. Fast times, team prizes and a quirky cake reward for bakers make this a must do spring race.

Enjoy scenic Lakeland Trails in Staveley on 2 May 2026 with 5k, 10k or half marathon routes climbing above Kentmere valley. Fully marked and marshalled, the event has live results, prizes and limited earlybird places for a lakeside run.

Classic fell race through the North York Moors on Sunday 3 May 2026, 15 km with about 605 m of climb from Fryup Gill near Whitby. Entry on the day makes it ideal for spontaneous runners and teams seeking a rugged challenge.

Join the TFG Castle & Cake Trail in Castleton for scenic 6.5 km and 13.1 km waymarked trail runs with views over the Great Ridge and Mam Tor. Small group starts, post run bakery treats and a local shop discount make this a rewarding day.

Join the Worsley Woods Ladies 5 Mile Trail Race on Sunday 3 May 2026 for a scenic, women only 5 mile run through woodlands starting from Beesley Green Community Centre. Enjoy a friendly, club atmosphere hosted by Swinton Running Club.

Coiners is an 11 km Calder Valley fell race across moorland around Stoodley Pike and Bell House Moor, climbing about 396 m and rewarding runners with sweeping views over Cragg Vale. The flagged route must be followed due to nesting birds, s..

Kick off the Jane Tomlinson Canal Race Series in Methley, Leeds on 5 May 2026 with a flat 5 km towpath run. Organized by Rothwell Harriers AC, this charity event supports the Jane Tomlinson Appeal and offers prizes and mementos.

A scenic 5 mile trail on the edge of the Peak District, tackling White Nancy and the Kerridge Ridge with about 230 m of ascent. Community run with post race teas and cakes and all proceeds donated to local charities.