Trail Running calendar near Heslington 2026-2027

A pre-entry fell race in Hathersage with a 7.3 km course and 325 m climb across Whim Plantation, Over Owler Tor and Higger Tor. Event runs under FRA rules, uses electronic timing, and has limited parking and a strict no dogs policy.

A flat 1.5 mile towpath fun run in Methley, Leeds on 7 July 2026, organised by Rothwell Harriers to raise funds for the Jane Tomlinson Appeal. Medals and chocolate for all runners, a schools shield competition and post race community activi..

A short fell race to Stoodley Pike in Todmorden covering 5 km with 213 m of ascent. Part of Todmorden Harriers Summer Series, entry on the night is £5 and proceeds support local causes.

A five mile country race around Carnforth using field paths, trails and a canal towpath, with on-the-night entry and proceeds to a local youth charity. The route includes several stiles and returns via the Lundsfield quarry area.

Participate in a 9 km fell race through the Durham countryside north of Stanhope. This event is part of the North East Fell Running Championships and features a 300 m climb for runners aged 18 and over.

Black Rocks Fell Race is a 9.9 km out and back fell race from Cromford Meadows that includes a mid race climb past Black Rocks to a Trig Point. The marked course is mostly on good trails and entry is online in advance.

A marked high-moor fell race of about 7 miles with 1200 ft ascent across tussocky paths and bracken. The FRA-licensed non-GPS event requires mandatory kit, has a 120-runner limit, and pre-entry closes 6 July 2026.

Experience an undulating 6.4 mile multi terrain course through rural landscapes. This chip timed race starts and finishes at the Royton Cricket Club with full facilities available for all participants.

A short evening fell relay on the Otley Chevin and Danefield terrain, run by Horsforth Fellandale. The course is about 3 miles with c. 558 ft of ascent and entries for 2026 are via an online form with a pre entry closing date.

A category BS fell race of 6.4 Kilometres at Thurlstone Gala in South Yorkshire on 9 July 2026. Single lap, undulating course, entry £6 with a 150 runner limit and cash prizes including record bonuses.

Midlands Spartan Weekend at Belvoir Castle runs July 10 to 12 2026 and features Sprint Super Beast and Kids races across hilly wooded terrain. The Trifecta Weekend format lets participants complete three main distances over one weekend.

A multi-day gravel and trail running festival at Duncombe Park with a Friday 6 km night loop and Saturday 10 km, 20 km or 30 km routes, timed mystery segments, on-site camping and festival amenities.

A 10 km adventure run with cargo nets, walls, monkey bars and a water slide near the Lake District. The event is part of a village Festival of Sport and includes shorter runs and family activities.

Trail races from Slaithwaite follow the Huddersfield canal out to Tunnel End, with four distance options, on course feed stations and marshals. Parking is limited and registration is at Slaithwaite Community Centre.

Take on the New Embsay Fell Race on Sat 11 Jul: a punchy 2.5 mile course with 195 m of climb through the Yorks Dales. Part of the village fete, enjoy entertainment and refreshments and easy on the day entry for a fun community challenge.

Take on the Charlesworth & Chisworth Carnival Fell Race on Sat 11 Jul 2026 in the Peak District, a testing 5 km / 3.1 mile course with 180 m of climb. Pre entry and entry on the day plus junior races make this a great community running day.

A point to point challenge of just over 40 miles across the classic Lyke Wake route from near Osmotherley to Ravenscar, run on a handicap basis with seven checkpoints, mandatory kit and a twelve hour overall time limit.

Phoenix Blaze in Manchester is the second race of a 2026 Summer Series at Chorlton Water Park. Timed laps on a 5.3 km out-and-back course let participants cover distances from a single lap up to ultra within a seven hour limit.

A 11.1k trail run at Stonyhurst College on 11 July 2026 with 528 ft of elevation, passing woodland, historic bridges and the River Ribble. Organised by Stonyhurst Experience with on site parking and race goodies for finishers.

Experience a traditional fell race in the West Pennines with the Baildon Canter. This event features a 5 km senior course and multiple junior races held alongside the local Carnival.