Trail Running calendar near Helmshore 2026-2027

A coastal off road race from Peasholm Park in Scarborough along the historic Cinder Track. Distances from 5K to marathon, water stations about every 3 miles, on the day bib collection and a Grim Bling finisher medal.

An uphill only 10 km race from central Ruthin to the Jubilee Tower on Moel Famau, finishing above 550 metres. After the race a short walk leads to Bwlch Penbarras for medals and an optional bus back to Ruthin.

A club organised 12 km fell race with about 490 m of ascent around Old Town, Hebden Bridge, including a flagged section through the private Castle Carr estate. Pre-entry is required and strict FRA kit rules apply.

Cross country races near Thorpe and Dovedale featuring a **4 3/4 mile** main course through valley paths and a **1 1/4 mile** Mini Dash for under 12s, with a river crossing at the famous Stepping Stones.

A half marathon trail race based at the Dales Bike Centre in Reeth with a fully marked course across Harkerside and Whitaside Moors. Aid stations include vegan and gluten free options and finishers receive soup and a roll.

A roughly marathon-length trail race through Swaledale and a Wensleydale loop near Semerwater, covering about 42 km over moorland tracks and footpaths. Mandatory kit, self-navigation on the Wensleydale loop, GPX and a tracker are provided.

A junior fell running race in the Pennines for ages 6 and up. The 2 km course starts near a classic pub. Entry is available on the day.

A traffic free one lap 5K through Roundhay Park that passes the lake and climbs to the Mansion House. Entries are limited to 300, chip timing is provided and finishers receive medals and individual prizes.

Castle Carr is a 24 km fell race in the South/West Pennines near Hebden Bridge on 4 October 2026, with about 1200 m of ascent and official FRA permit and insurance.

An off-road event at Dodd Wood on 4 October 2026 offering marked chip-timed 8K and 5K routes with notable ascent and lake views. Most wide trails allow two dogs per runner, and GPX files are available.

The Dalemain 10km Trail Run will take place in Penrith on Sunday 4 October 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.

A headtorch trail race on 6 October 2026 around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs with half marathon, 10 km and 5 km options. Entry is via SiEntries, limited to 150 runners and the minimum age is 16.

The Darlington Trail Night Run will take place in Darlington on Wednesday 7 October 2026.

A six hour trail event at Sence Valley Forestry Park on a **3.3-mile** hilly loop; participants complete as many laps as they can within the time limit. Canicross and rucking are permitted, and entrants may choose a medal or a tree-planting..

An off-road 5 km lap event at Cuerdon Valley Park on Friday 9 October 2026 where runners complete as many laps as they wish within a six hour limit. Aid station, visitor centre refreshments, signed course and finisher medals.

Wasdale, held at Wasdale Head on 10 October 2026, is a BOFRA fell race of 2.40 miles (3.8 km) with about 700 m of climb to Kirk Fell. Mandatory taped-seam waterproofs are required for juniors and seniors.

Test your mountain skills at the Langdale Horseshoe, a 21.1 km fell race through some of the Lake District's most challenging terrain. This classic event features over 1450 m of ascent across rocky ground and pathless fells.

A trail race in Tideswell on 10 October covering 8.9 km with 267 m of climb, passing Peters Stone and the summit of Hay Cop and finishing at Bishop Pursglove Primary School.

A 13.1 mile trail half marathon based at Drone Valley Brewery in Unstone, featuring forest and riverside paths, about 1,700 feet of elevation, one halfway aid station, a finisher medal and a free pint voucher.

A half marathon around the official pathways of Rivington, held on 10 October 2026 with start and finish at Rivington and Blackrod High School. The event is organised by Chorley Women FC and requires prior half marathon experience.