Trail Running calendar near Hamsterley Forest 2026-2027

Experience a 32 mile point to point trail ultra through East Lancashire visiting four unique hilltop art installations. This scenic route across the South Pennines combines industrial heritage with over 4700 feet of climbing.

Experience a 110 mile single stage ultramarathon along the dramatic Cleveland Way National Trail. Run through the North York Moors and the Heritage coastline from Filey to Helmsley with a 36 hour time limit.

Challenge yourself on a 25.5 km former SAS training route in the Howgill Fells. Choose between weighted, running, or walking categories and tackle 1500m of elevation gain with full safety support.

Experience a traditional 11.2km fell race with 400m of ascent across Hutton Roof Crags. This navigation based event features mandatory checkpoints, junior races, and a local country fair atmosphere.

The Sale and Ling Two Tops Dash features a 6-mile senior race and a 6K U18 race at Sale Fell. Junior races for various age groups are also on offer, with chip timing and multiple prize categories. The event takes place in late May.

Experience a 10km trail race through the scenic Nidderdale countryside featuring ancient woodland and moorland views. This well marked course starts and finishes at the Nidderdale Showground in Pateley Bridge.

Trail half marathon and 10K in Whinlatter Forest on 24 May 2026. Firm, technical forest terrain with steep climbs, live chip timing, canicross friendly and finishers receive a medal, drink and snack.

A short, classic fell race in Coniston featuring a steep climb and a rapid descent over scree. The 1.6 km course is a BOFRA Championship counter, with categories from Under 9 to Seniors. Parking is available nearby for a fee.

Take on the Glaramara Fell Race on Sun 24 May 2026 in the Lake District, starting from Glaramara Outdoor Centre at Seatoller. The 8 km course packs 700 m of climb and entry on the day is free with donations to charity.

Experience a scenic multi terrain run through the historic Hulne Park near Alnwick Castle. Choose from various distances including a 10k loop on paths and farm tracks within a beautiful undulating landscape.

Experience a 13 km fell race through the Yorkshire Dales National Park and Crummockdale. This event features a well marked course with 365m of climbing held alongside a traditional village street market.

This fell race in Great Harwood covers 8.8 km with 300m of climb, starting at the New Showfield. It is part of the Great Harwood Show, and entry includes admission to the show. The event is for seniors aged 18+ only.

Take on the Stanhill Fell Race on Wed 27 May 2026 in Stanhill, Lancashire, a sharp 8 km fell challenge through the Bowland hills with roughly 250 m of climb. Finish at the Britannia Tap and Grill for friendly post race banter and local beer..

Join Low Fell Running Club at The Angel View Inn on 28 May 2026 for a scenic multi terrain race with a 5.5 mile senior route and 1.5 mile junior races. Expect chip timing, prizes and a friendly club atmosphere that suits all abilities.

Enjoy a scenic run through the Yorkshire countryside with 5K 10K and Half Marathon options. Participants receive a medal hot food and a drink at this welcoming event in Bingley.

Test your mountain skills with a category A fell race through the peaks of the Duddon Valley. Choose between 18 or 10 mile routes featuring significant climbs and technical navigation in a classic Lake District setting.

Join a classic Lake District fell race on 30 May 2026 in the wild Duddon Valley, starting at the Newfield Inn in Seathwaite. The 15.3 km course climbs 915 m, offering tough terrain and stunning views for experienced runners; pre entry only.

Test yourself on a scenic fell course in the South West Pennines near Kelbrook, 5.5 km with 213 m of climb. On the day entry only, £7, with £2 parking at The Old Barn. Teams welcome and minimum age 16; no junior races.

Experience a weekend of off road running and navigation at the Lake District Running Festival. Choose from trail races, a full marathon, or a map based trail quest at the iconic Grasmere Showground.

A fully waymarked 42 km trail around Grasmere and nearby valleys with about 1905 m of ascent. The event provides course drinks, a checkpoint with snacks, tracker hire, mandatory kit checks and a Langdale slate medal at the finish.