Trail Running calendar near Hesket Newmarket 2026-2027

Test your winter mettle at the Winter Wipeout on 10 January 2026, a marked fell run to the summit of Hedgehope and back from Ingram Cafe. Expect harsh winter conditions so bring required kit and enjoy a dramatic, marshalled climb and descen..

Experience the Hamsterley Winter Trails on 10 January 2026 with half marathon and 10k options through scenic, undulating forest trails at Hamsterley Forest Park. Enjoy eco perks such as an event mug, hot soup and downloadable photos.

Tackle the Bowland Trail Half on 10 January 2026 in Slaidburn, a rugged 13 mile route with 2,000 ft of ascent across trails, tracks and bogs. Expect winter conditions, mandatory kit and a warm finish while supporting local foodbanks.

Tackle the rugged 42 mile Bowland Ultra on 10 January 2026 from Slaidburn, featuring 1,700 m of ascent across tracks, singletrack, roads and boggy climbs. Support local charities while enjoying on course aid stations and GPS tracking for sp..

Take on the Kong Winter Series Race 3 around Blencathra and Blease Fell on Sat 10 Jan 2026 from Threlkeld. This demanding 8 km circuit packs 762 m of climb for a classic Lake District fell challenge; pre entry only.

The Ardwhallan will take place in West Baldwin Reservoir on Saturday 10 January 2026. You can run 12 kilometers.

Run a canicross 10k or Half Marathon through Hamsterley Forest on 10 Jan, on waymarked trails and a friendly forest HQ. Only 70 places; entrants get a bespoke mug, hot soup and free photos while safety rules protect dogs and runners.

Join the Skipton Sweetie Skedaddle on 11 January 2026 for scenic towpath and park runs along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal and Aireville Park, with distances from 5 km to ultra. Finishers receive a bespoke medal plus sweets, chocolate and c..

Run the Ashington 10K Trail on 11 January and enjoy a scenic, relatively flat 10 km through Ashington Community Woods and QEII Country Park. Woodland and lakeside trails, a finisher medal and canicross friendly entry make it ideal for winte..

Take on winter fell at Giggleswick School on 11 January 2026 with a testing 6.2 km course and 135 m of climb to challenge your trail legs. Advance entry via Helm Hill is required and juniors are welcome to join shorter races.

Run Punk Panther Green Gateways in Otley on 17 January 2026 for scenic off road trail running through the Green Gateways and Meanwood Valley corridors. Distances of 14.0 miles, 20.0 miles or 34.1 miles, limited entries and finisher T shirt.

Join a guided recce of the Hardmoors 55 on 17 January 2026, around 25 miles from Osmotherley to Helmsley with checkpoints and hot drinks at the finish. Not a race, groups are led by experienced run leaders with sweepers.

Night recce from Ambleside to Coniston covering 16 miles along the Lakeland 50 and 100 route. Full kit required and checkpoints have cut off times; coach transport, medical support and refreshments are included for confirmed entrants.

Green Gateways is a trail run around Leeds on the Greenway and Meanwood Valley Trail, threading near city parks and green spaces. Pick 14, 20 or 34 mile routes with checkpoints and trackers for a rewarding urban trail adventure.

Enjoy the Scurry Around Vogrie Country Park Trail Running Festival at Vogrie Country Park, Gorebridge on 18 January 2026. Scenic mixed terrain laps through woodlands and the Tyne Valley, with medals, prizes and post run refreshments.

Join the Rise From The Ashes Run, a 7 hour timed trail along the River Wear with stunning Cathedral views, offering distances from a short 3 km up to marathon and ultra options. Finishers get a themed medal and goody bag with vegan choices.

Stanbury Splash on 18 January 2026 at Penistone Hill Country Park is a 12 km fell race with about 400 m of ascent across moorland, stream crossings and muddy climbs. Expect rugged scenery, winter kit requirements and a friendly Woodentops s..

Run 3 km to ultra in Rise From The Ashes Run North in Durham, a 7 hour Time Challenge along the River Wear with cathedral views. Finishers earn themed medals, goody bags and vegan snacks at aid stations.

Feel The Burns is a spirited hill race in the Scottish Borders, about 13.7 miles with roughly 800 m of ascent, promising stiff climbs and wide open views from Selkirk country. Places are limited and entries are by waiting list for this popu..

Enjoy a classic 4 mile fell race around Whitestones in the Lake District, with scenic climbs and a fully flagged course in the Helm Hill Winter League. Pre entry or pay on the day and junior races for U10 to U16 are included.