Trail Running calendar near Helmsley 2026-2027

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.

A community trail event at Dalemain Mansion on 4 October 2026 featuring a two lap 10 km trail and children's 3.3 km and 2.3 km fun runs, with medals for all and proceeds to Jigsaw Children's Hospice and local causes.

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 trail event at Cuerden Valley Park on Friday 9 October 2026 where runners complete repeated 5k laps within a six hour limit. Finishers receive an official time and a bespoke medal.

Tideswell Terminator is a Peak District fell race on 10 October 2026, covering 9.1 km with 283 m of climb across scenic hills. Pre entry only, age 18 plus, this short course is a bracing test for fell runners.

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 trail half marathon on official pathways around Rivington, starting and finishing at Rivington and Blackrod High School on 10 October 2026. Organised by Chorley Women FC, the race requires prior half marathon experience.

The 15th and final Sheffield Tententen is a multi terrain 10k in Endcliffe Park, Sheffield on 11 October 2026, with a separate 2.5 km fun run for ages 4 to 14 and family-friendly atmosphere.

A 13.5 mile trail half marathon from Housesteads Roman Fort to Tyne Green Country Park in Hexham. The A B route features shuttle transport, staggered group starts, live chip timing and onsite bag drop, and supports a local children's charit..

A 7 hour timed trail event in Durham on 11 October 2026 with flexible lap-based distances, Scare Bear themed medals from 3 km, and aid stations plus goody bags including a vegan option.

Tackle the Viking Chase, a 12 km fell race across the North York Moors on 11 Oct 2026, featuring 572 m of climb and sweeping moorland views. Entry on the day, adults only, with proceeds to Cleveland Mountain Rescue.

Withins Skyline is a 6.2 mile fell race around Penistone Hill Country Park with about 820 ft of ascent. The senior race is part of the Woodentops Race Series with chip timing while junior races feature goody bags and fancy dress prizes.

A roughly 21.5 km fell race around the Goyt Valley near Buxton with about 760 m of climb, mostly off road and marked at junctions. Full fell kit is required and water plus hot food are provided at set points.

A lapped run at Burrs Country Park on 11 October 2026 offering 3.28 mile laps within a seven hour time limit. The event supports The Sunnywood Project and the first 50 entries receive vegan biryani and a medal.

Junior races on short quarry and moorland circuits at Penistone Hill, with new 2026 age groups and distances from 600 m to 2,900 m. Minimum age 6, entry £2, goody bags and prizes for top three in each category.

A 7 hour timed trail event on the River Wear in Durham with fully signed laps and flexible distances from 3 km to 50 km. Finishers receive a themed medal, goody bag and distance pins, with aid stations and vegan options on course.

Two trail races in the Amber Valley offering 31 miles and 20 miles over undulating countryside and woodland. The course is largely unmarked but route notes and GPX files are provided, with checkpoints supplying water and some food.