Trail Running calendar near Heptonstall 2026-2027

The Three Peaks Race is a classic fell run over the peaks of Pen-y-ghent, Whernside, and Ingleborough. Participants can enter the full main race or a team relay option. Entries open in October for the April event.

A coastal ultramarathon from Prestatyn to Bangor offering 50 km and 100 km routes with coastal running and inland hills. The event provides aid stations, drop bag service for 100 km, chip timing, tracking, and medical cover.

The Fellsman Dart is a 30-mile point-to-point ultra across the remote Yorkshire Dales, with over 4,200 feet of ascent. It features 13 checkpoints with full support and requires strong navigation skills. This challenging event is organized a..

Tackle the classic Eskdale Elevation fell race in the Lake District, a testing 20.2 km route with 1455 m of climb across dramatic fells. Enter on the day for £10 with proceeds going to charity.

The Bluebell Bimble is a six mile self guided trail race through the Derbyshire countryside. Runners enjoy a scenic loop featuring the Linacre Reservoirs and beautiful bluebell woods. The event starts and finishes at Wadshelf Village Hall.

A 10 km running safari at Yorkshire Wildlife Park on 26 April 2026, organised with Curly's Athletes to support the Wildlife Foundation. The mixed surface single loop course is UK Athletics licensed and entry includes park access.

A marathon and half marathon on the traffic free Tissington Trail in Derbyshire on 26 April 2026, using a 13 mile former railway route between Ashbourne and Buxton. Advance and on the day entry options are noted.

Explore the trails of Delamere Forest on a 42 km course that winds through woodland, past Blakemere Moss, and up Old Pale Hill for scenic views. The event is held in April and November and is a UTMB and ITRA indexed race. A mandatory kit li..

Run through the North York Moors at the Heartbeat Hobble in Goathland, an 11.9 km fell with 290 m of climb. Entry on the day and a village hall finish create a friendly spring fell outing.

A challenging fell race on the Pennine Way. Cover 12.9 km with 452 m of climb to Bleaklow Head and back. Records show a fast course for those seeking a competitive test.

A hilly half marathon through Hamsterley Forest on 26 April 2026 with chip timing, water stations and mile markers. Entry fees start at £24, entries are limited to 500 and close on 20 April 2026.

Test yourself on a classic Peak District fell run. The Kinder Downfall race covers 15.4km with 600m of climbing from the village of Hayfield. Full kit is mandatory for this pre-entry only event.

Join the Bunny Run Relay in the South West Pennines for a playful team race of three, each running a short hilly leg. On the day entries only, eggs serve as batons and every finisher gets a Cadbury creme egg.

Cockfield Chase is a beginner-friendly fell race in County Durham. The 7km route is run over two laps, with a group run first to view the course. It features a unique "bring a prize, win a prize" format for all participants.

Tackle the Ian Charlesworth Hartcliff Hill fell race on a 7.4 km marked course through fields and tracks. Named in honour of a dedicated club member, this evening event offers a challenging 216 m of ascent. Join fellow runners for a classic..

Orchan Rocks is a classic fell race in the South West Pennines on Tue 28 Apr 2026, starting at the Staff of Life pub in Todmorden. Tackle a punchy 5.4 km course with 280 m climb, open to runners aged 14 and over with pre entry or day entry.

A midweek fell race in Wray on 28 April 2026 covering 11 km with 335 m climb. Entry is on the day only with a £5 fee and teams of three are permitted.

Enjoy a scenic riverside run on the Trans Pennine Trail with 5 km and 10 km routes, mostly flat and fast. Limited to 150 runners, finishers get a drink from Piglove Brewery and night runners must carry a headtorch.

Fo(e) Edge is a compact fell race in the South West Pennines on Wed 29 Apr 2026, sending runners over 4.1 miles with 300 m of climb from Cowpe Village Hall. Entry on the day is £5 and teams are welcome for a spirited midweek test of hill le..

Tackle the Lords Seat Fell race at Whinlatter Visitor Centre, an 8 km route with 430 m of climb across scenic, rugged fells. Entry on the day only £7 cash, with junior races and a start from the visitor centre car park.