Trail Running calendar near Hesket Newmarket 2025-2026

Run the Bowland Trail Half on 10 January 2026 from Slaidburn, a rugged 13 mile mixed surface route with memorable moorland scenery. Unmarked but supported with GPX and mandatory kit, finish with a meal while supporting local foodbanks.

Bowland Ultra 2026 is a 42 mile ultramarathon from Slaidburn across the rugged Bowland fells. Prepare for winter terrain, on course aid and GPS tracking, and a warm finish while supporting local foodbanks.

Its Grim Up North Running presents the Skipton Sweetie Skedaddle in Skipton, starting near Aireville Park and finishing in town. The flat, towpath course runs along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal and offers distances from 5k to Ultra. Depend..

Punk Panther Green Gateways offers scenic off road trails around Leeds, starting and finishing in Otley, with distances from 14 miles to a 34.1 mile ultra. Limited to 200 runners, the event features checkpoint support, vegan options and ITR..

Join a guided recce of around 25 miles along the scenic Hardmoors route from Osmotherley to Helmsley on 17 January 2026. Run in led groups with checkpoints, winter support and a warm soup and drinks finish, with a return bus option.

Run the night section from Ambleside to Coniston in this 16 mile recce. For confirmed Lakeland 50 and 100 entrants, it offers real night conditions, checkpoint support and a chance to test kit and pacing.

Enjoy winter trails at Vogrie Country Park through woodland and Tyne Valley views, starting and finishing by the manor. Distances range from a family 1.6 km run to a half marathon, with marshals, signposted routes and post race snacks.

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.

Take on the Stanbury Splash, a hilly 12 kilometre fell race around Haworth with stream crossings and moorland views. As the Woodentops series finale entries are limited so book now for a proper Yorkshire challenge.

Run the Rise From The Ashes Run North, a seven hour time challenge on a signed trail along the River Wear with scenic Cathedral views in Durham. Choose distances from 3 km to 50 km and earn a themed medal.

Tackle a classic Cumbrian fell at Blake Fell Race starting from The Leaps in Kirkland on Saturday 24 January 2026. The senior route is a tough 9.5 km with 429 m of ascent and junior races for a range of ages.

Run under dark skies in Kielder Forest on a 10 km night trail with 246 m of climbing, tackling short steep climbs and the zig zags of Simons Tester. Enjoy a fast finishing descent plus on the night prizes and series points.

Run flat scenic paths, trails and beach at Druridge Bay Beach Trail Runs on 25 January 2026 with 10K and half marathon options. Canicross friendly, chip timing and finishers receive a medal, Wild Deer merch and a snack.

Experience a 17 km night trail through atmospheric Kielder Forest with sweeping climbs and flowing descent on mountain bike trails. Perfect for adventurous runners seeking a scenic challenge and series points in the Shadowlands Race Series.

Explore ancient ruins and formal gardens at Fountains Abbey World Heritage Site with 5 km, 10 km or half marathon trail options. Canicross friendly and chip timed, finishers get bespoke medals and Wild Deer merch amid unforgettable scenery.

Explore scenic, undulating forest trails around Grizedale with marathon and half marathon options on Sunday 1 February 2026. Enjoy lakeside views and varied terrain on a welcoming course, entries often fill quickly.

Take on the winter Pendle Way In A Day from Barley, Lancashire on 7 February 2026, choosing a full 45 mile route or a shorter 30 mile option across the South Pennines. Expect waymarked trails, big climbs and a true winter ultra atmosphere.

The Duergar Nightcrawler is a 10 mile night trail through the wild Simonside Hills near Rothbury, offering a thrilling under the stars run. Torches are required and every entrant enjoys a warm cup of mulled wine to celebrate.

Tackle an epic 75 mile self supported challenge from Skipton Castle to Appleby Market Cross along Lady Anne's Way, across classic Dales scenery. Expect winter kit requirements and 15 to 30 hours to finish.

Tackle scenic but rugged trails around Harrogate and through Nidd Gorge at the Punk Panther Harrogate Hustle on 7 February 2026. Choose from a half marathon, 20 mile or 34 mile course with big climbs and full aid support.