Trail Running calendar near Heptonstall 2025-2026

Run a scenic 5K, 10K or half marathon through the grounds of Elvaston Castle Country Park on Sunday 2 August 2026. Enjoy a fast, multi terrain course, unique themed medal, free race photos and a lively event village.

Take on Farleton Knott with a sharp ascent, ridge crossing and exhilarating descent back to the valley. A short but testing BOFRA counter suitable for juniors and seniors who love a punchy fell challenge.

Take on the Cordwell Colossus, a summer 20 mile trail around Cordwell and Linacre Valleys on the eastern edge of the Peak District with 840 m of climbing. Varied trails, basic navigation and a finisher medal make for a rewarding day out.

Take on the Arncliffe Gala fell race on 8 August 2026 in Arncliffe, North Yorkshire, a BOFRA Championship counter that packs a steep 1.6 mile route with 400 feet of climb. Start and finish on the village green for a short, punchy test of le..

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Run scenic lakeside and trail courses at the Nottingham Running Festival in Colwick Park on 30 Aug, with races from juniors to a four lap half marathon. Celebrate with a medal, chip timing and a lively event village supporting local hospice..

Take on the stunning North York Moors at the Hardmoors 26.2 Roseberry Trail Races in Guisborough, offering marathon, half and 10k trail options. Expect steep climbs, self navigate routes and a pure off road test of endurance and navigation.

Take on the GNR Time Turner 7 hour challenge in Durham and run as many laps as you like on a scenic riverside loop with views of the Cathedral. Walkers welcome and finishers receive themed medals, goody bags and vegan options.