Trail Running calendar near Helmshore 2026-2027

A short fell race near Mold covering 5.6 km with 366 m of climb on a partially marked route. Day entry is £4 and the minimum age is over 16.

A 5 mile multi terrain trail race in Longdendale valley with two loops around Valehouse reservoir, held at United Utilities Visitor Centre in Tintwistle on 10 June 2026. Entry is limited to 300 runners and competitors must be at least 15 ye..

A Category B short fell race in Horwich around Two Lads, listed as 8.4 km (5 miles) with 274 m ascent; registration and presentation are at The Ale House and prizes include a £50 course-record cash award.

A volunteer-run mountain running and walking event in Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria offering distances from 5k to an Ultra plus a mountain marathon, a festival-style Basecamp and fundraising for local charities.

The La Sportiva Sunset Stroll is one of six routes at The Yomp, a volunteer run mountain event in Kirkby Stephen that supports local charities during a multi day weekend of running and walking.

A multi terrain 11.2 km race and a chip timed family fun run at Gnosall Family Sports Club on 13 June 2026. The course follows canal towpath, farmland, woodland and a boardwalk and includes technical shirts, medals and official timing.

Trail races in Pooley Bridge on Saturday 13 June 2026 featuring a half marathon and a 10 km option. Live chip timing is used, finishers receive a medal and merchandise, and the event supports Patterdale Mountain Rescue.

An out and back trail race from Otley to Pateley Bridge on the Six Dales Trail, offered in 13, 20 and 32 mile options with checkpoints, mandatory kit and tracker provision for ultras; finishers receive a medal and event T shirt.

A short fell race at Beckside Farm in Ulverston on 13 June 2026 featuring a climb to the top of Flan Fell and separate turning points for Under 14 and older categories.

Manchester Backyard Ultra at Giants Seat Scout Camp is a timed-loop endurance event on 13 June 2026. Runners repeat a roughly 6.7 km loop each hour until one runner remains; a torch is required for night laps.

A timed, multi-lap event at Chorlton Water Park using a 5.3 km out and back course along the River Mersey. Runners can cover one lap up to an ultra within a seven hour limit and all participants receive a finishers' medal.

Run the 9.5 km Wincle Trout fell race in the Peak District, featuring a 320 m climb and a river crossing. The event is part of the lively Wincle Village Fete. A shorter 3 km junior race is also available.

A self-navigated fell run and challenge walk of 24 miles through Swaledale on 13 June 2026 with a 10 hour time limit. Minimum age 14 and those aged 14 to 17 must be accompanied by an adult.

A two-day trail running weekend in Grizedale Forest with an eight hour relay and a 22 km race, plus camping, food vendors, talks and onsite facilities.

A new approx 12k off road race at Rother Valley Country Park on 13 June 2026, organised by Killamarsh Kestrels Running Club. Participants receive a mug and goody bag and have access to tea, coffee and cakes at the finish.

A muddy 5k obstacle course at Thornes Park, Wakefield with varied terrain and rolling hills. Waves start every 15 minutes, participants must be 13 or older, and basic facilities such as refreshments and toilets are available on site.

A ten person relay following the Barnsley boundary across roads, tracks and footpaths, covering about 72 miles and 7,350 ft of ascent. Teams run individual legs, times are aggregated and results are announced by category.

A classic fell race around Buttermere village covering just over 9 miles with over 4000 ft of ascent across steep ridges and rocky climbs. The route passes Knott Rigg, Ard Crags, Causey Pike and Scar Crags with a long descent back into Butt..

A 5 kilometre colour run in Silsden supporting Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice, with seven paint stations, obstacles and a finishers' medal. The event is run over three laps on an undulating cross country course and includes parking and post-r..

A lapped trail event near Roche Abbey staged by Its Grim Up North Running. Loop options range from 6.7 miles to a marathon, with mixed surfaces, feed stations and a post race medal plus pub food.