Heslington
Trail Running Calendar near Heslington 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Heslington for 2026-2027! We've gathered 100 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
A TRA-licensed trail run on a 6.7-mile reservoir loop around Fewston and Swinsty, with multiple distances, aid stations, marshals, and a cup-less policy.
The Burley Moor Run is an 11 km off road event following Fell Runners Association rules through the steep and muddy terrain of Burley Moor.
Dog friendly trail race around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs in North Yorkshire with 3.3 mi and 6.7 mi loop options on well signed off road trails.
A 24 mile challenge walk in the Hambleton Hills with 3,500 ft ascent, multiple checkpoints and a 10 hour time limit on Saturday 7 November 2026.
A 5.6 km off road trail race on Post Hill with two motor bike hill climb sections, muddy terrain and entries open to ages 16 to 80 plus.
A single 4.5 to 5.0 mile undulating cross-country lap at Temple Newsam Country Park as part of the five-race PECO XC League; season tickets are available online for £17.
Trail routes around Otley, Ilkley and Guiseley with half marathon, 20 mile and ultramarathon options, checkpoints, trackers and a required safety kit.
Trail races along the Leeds/Liverpool Canal in Kirkstall on 14 Nov 2026 offering 5K, 10K and half marathon distances; online entries closed, pay on the day cash only.
A Backyard Ultra near Leeds where runners repeat a 4.167 mile loop each hour until one runner completes a lap alone and is declared champion.
A 20 km fell race near Pickering in the North York Moors on 15 November 2026, held from Levisham Village Hall with 500 m of climb. Day entry is available with modest fees and teams are allowed.
A 10.5 km forest trail run in Meanwood with muddy, technical paths, 200 m elevation and a marshalled road section; finishers receive complimentary soup.
Leeds MoRun at Roundhay Park on 15 November 2026 offers 1.5k, 5k, 10k and Half Marathon distances to raise funds and awareness for Movember. The event includes chip timing, finisher medals and a fancy dress competition.
December 2026
Trail event near Otley on 12 December 2026 offering 12, 19 and 32 miles with checkpoints, trackers and a minimum age of 18.
Festive trail runs and family fun at Normanby Hall on 13 December 2026, featuring 5 km and 10 km races, a 3 km ChristMESS and a Santa sleigh team challenge.
Junior cross country at Pontefract Park, part of the five-race PECO XC Junior League, chip-timed races of about 1 or 2 miles with online season ticket entry.
A hilly, multi-terrain 7 mile Boxing Day race around Otley Chevin from Guiseley with chip timing and a choice of a technical shirt or tree planting for finishers.
A multi-terrain 10 km race through Studley parkland and woods in Ripon on 28 December 2026, with limited entries, prize categories and a local charity collection.