Trail Running calendar near Harrogate 2025-2026

Hardmoors 26.2 Farndale invites runners to tackle scenic but rugged trails in the North York Moors with marathon, half and 10k options. Limited entries and mandatory kit make this a challenging, self navigated trail adventure.

Take on the Devil Half Marathon, a 13.1 miles trail through the Derwent Valley with 1666 ft of ascent. Finish with photography, music and a finisher T shirt plus cash prizes for top finishers.

Join the historic Eccles Pike Fell Race on 12 August 2026 for a sharp out and back from Buxworth to the summit of Eccles Pike. A compact but testing climb and descent, this local classic dates to the 19th century.

Ricky's Race in Darley Dale on 13 August 2026 is a 7.3 km 4.5 mile course with 240 m climb, combining forest trails, a long lane ascent and technical descents. A steep final push to Oker Trig Point rewards you with sweeping valley views.

Join the relaunch of the Flagg Moor Run in the Peak District on 14 August 2026, a village fell race of 5.5 miles. The mostly off road course winds through fields and lanes with a long downhill finish back to Flagg.

Its Grim Up North Running’s Sir Titus Summer Trot takes place beside the canal near Saltaire’s world heritage village in Saltaire, Shipley, West Yorkshire. The event offers distances from 5k to Ultra, all on a largely flat towpath suitable..

Tackle the rugged Ilkley Skyline on 15 August 2026, a 22 mile, 3000 ft fell run across eight moors including Beamsley Beacon and Round Hill. Start and finish outside the Hermit Inn in Burley Woodhead for classic moorland panoramas.

Explore the private grounds of historic Lambton Castle on scenic woodland and field trails with 5, 10 and 15 mile options. Chip timing, bespoke medals, event merch and on site parking; one well controlled dog per runner welcome.

Run the CBTE Morland Half Marathon on 16 August 2026, a 13.65 mile mostly off road route through Eden Valley woodlands, rivers and villages. Enjoy two aid checkpoints and a finishers t shirt and medal.

Tidal Trails in South Shields mixes beach and trail running with live music, food and family beach games. Pick an 8km or 2km run, try barefoot sprints or the family relay then unwind in the lively event village.

Join Its Grim Up North Running for the Bingley Rock up n' Run, a pop up in the Summer Evening Series on 20 Aug 2026. Turn up to register for 5 km or 10 km and enjoy a jumble medal, hot food, a drink and a sweetie bag.

INFERNO Edale's Ring of Hell on 22 August 2026 is a fierce trail challenge across Peak District terrain, with options from 10 miles to a 41 mile ultra. Self navigated routes, big climbs and wild scenery promise an unforgettable day.

The Gateshead Trail 10k is a scenic, traffic-free 10-kilometre trail race in Swalwell, Gateshead, weaving through the Derwent Walk Country Park. The fast course features wide paths, only a few inclines, and a double-loop at the top, keeping..

Run scenic, undulating trails around Carsington Water with a half marathon or 10k option, each kilometre marked and marshals on course. Enjoy a themed medal, post race goodies and a lively event village for a festival finish.

Tackle the Hartsop Hop, a thrilling mountain run from the sheep pens above Hartsop through classic Patterdale ridges. Covering 19.5 km with 1370 m of climbing, expect technical descents, rocky trails and panoramic Lakeland views.

Kirkstall Rock Up n' Run is a lively summer pop up along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal offering 5k and 10k routes for all abilities. Enjoy entries on the day, a jumble medal and hot food with a beer or soft drink.

Explore the Yorkshire Dales with the Punk Panther Dales Dazzler, a trail event from Skipton offering distances from 13 to 50 miles through iconic scenery like Malham Tarn and Grassington. Expect challenging climbs, staffed checkpoints with..

Epic 130 mile point to point along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal from Liverpool to Leeds on 29 August 2026. Run scenic towpaths past Burnley Embankment and the Bingley Five Rise with crew support allowed and a 40 hour limit.

Join a seven hour timed event on a scenic trail along the River Wear with glorious views of Durham Cathedral; run or walk as many laps as you like from 3 km up to ultra distances. Limited to 300 entries with a friendly festival vibe.

Join the Nottingham Running Festival at Colwick Park for fast, flat lakeside and racecourse routes with a half marathon, 10K, 5K and junior race. Enjoy chip timed results, themed medals, free photos and an event village while supporting Not..