Trail Running calendar near Hamsterley Forest 2026-2027

Experience a scenic 10 mile trail loop through the heart of the Yorkshire Dales featuring the ascent of Swinner Gill. This event offers a 16 kilometre route with grassy paths and fully stocked aid stations.

The Chevy Chase is a classic 20-mile fell run and challenge walk in Northumberland. Participants summit two peaks on an unmarked route, navigating with map and compass. A strict kit list and time limits apply for this iconic event.

Experience a traditional Lakeland fell race over the quiet Buttermere fells with two AL category courses. This memorial event requires navigation skills and full fell running kit for a self-navigated journey across the peaks.

Take on the Fellrunner at Heptonstall Festival, a scenic 9.5 km fell race with about 500 m of climb in the South West Pennines. Finish to live music, food stalls and a free pint; entry on the day £7.

Experience a 37 mile mountain trail journey across the highest points of the Pennines, featuring iconic landmarks like Crossfell and High Cup Nick with full support and transport.

Experience a traditional fell race featuring 250m of elevation and technical descents. Held alongside the Oakworth Gala, this event offers a 9 km course for adults and fun races for children.

Experience a 24km fell race to the highest peak in the Pennines. Running from scenic Garrigill, this event supports the local air ambulance while offering stunning views across the Eden Valley and Lake District.

Experience a traditional Lakeland gala race featuring a steep 2.3 km course with 300 meters of ascent. This event offers technical fell running for both seniors and juniors at the New Dungeon Ghyll Gala Field.

Fell race on 5 July 2026 around Skiddaw in the Lake District, based at Keswick Cricket Club. The course is 15.4 km with 960 m of ascent and entry on the day is accepted for a fee of £10.

Enjoy a flat 1.5 mile fun run along the Methley canal towpath in Leeds. This long running community event features medals for all finishers and a specific competition for local school teams.

Join the Stoodley Pike fell race at Todmorden on 7 July 2026 for a sharp 5 km challenge with 213 m of climb and stunning moorland views. On the day entries welcome for £5, minimum age 14; car sharing is requested.

Join the 20 Barriers fell race in Carnforth on Tue 7 Jul 2026 for a testing 8 km with about 160 m climb across classic Bowland terrain. Entry on the day is £10 and proceeds go to local charities; the race is UK Athletics insured.

Participate in a 9 km fell race through the Durham countryside north of Stanhope. This event is part of the North East Fell Running Championships and features a 300 m climb for runners aged 18 and over.

Experience a traditional FRA category AS fell race in Grasmere featuring a 7.4 km course with 700 m of elevation. This 150 runner event offers a direct ascent to Seat Sandal and a flagged descent through the Cumbrian fells.

A marked high moor fell race of about 7 miles with 366 m of climb in the South/West Pennines on 8 July 2026. Registration is at the Packhorse Inn car park, pre entry is via SiEntries and on the day entry may be limited to 120.

Take on the Borrowdale School Bash up Bessyboot in the Lake District: a short but fierce 5.2 km with 456 m of climb, offering stunning fell views and a real challenge. Entry on the day, with beer and a burger for every finisher.

A three leg fell relay at Danefield Park near Otley on 8 July 2026. Each leg is 4.8 km with 170 m of climb and teams of three compete across male, female and mixed categories.

Participate in a 6.4 kilometre category BS fell race through the undulating terrain of South Yorkshire. This traditional event features a single lap course with prizes for top finishers and age category winners.

Join this Beacon Hill fell race on Thu 9 Jul 2026 at Lordenshaw car park, Rothbury. A testing 6.6 mile course with 410 m of climb, entry on the day and teams of three welcome for a spirited summer challenge.

Follow one of the UK’s most popular long distance walks in this fully way marked ultra marathon featuring 100km and 45 mile routes. Runners must navigate hills and steep terrain while racing the tide to reach Holy Island.