Trail Running calendar near Heslington 2025-2026

The Jack Bloor Race will take place in Ilkley on Tuesday 13 May 2025.

Stately Trails: Constable Burton is a scenic running event held at the Grade I listed Georgian estate of Constable Burton Hall in Wensleydale, North Yorkshire. Participants can choose between 5km and 10km trail runs, or a 5km walk, all on well-marked, single-lap courses featuring gentle trails throu..

The Skelly Trail 10K is a trail running event held in Skellingthorpe, Lincolnshire, at the Skellingthorpe Pavilion. The approximately 10-kilometer course features an undulating trail suitable for experienced runners aged 18 and over. The event offers chip timing, medals, goody bags including local b..

The Hayfield May Queen is a village fell race held in mid-May as part of local festivities. Covering approximately 2.9 miles with 700 feet of ascent, the race starts at the Scout Hut and includes a climb to Lantern Pike. It is run under FRA rules, with entry on the day costing £5 for seniors and £1..

The Punk Panther Skipton Skedaddle is a trail running event held in the scenic market town of Skipton, UK. Now in its third year, the race offers multiple distances: half marathon, 20 miles, 34 miles, and a challenging 50-mile ultra. The course features stunning routes incorporating parts of the Dal..

God's Own Back Yard Ultra - Spring 2025 is an endurance running event held at Hunters Greave, Hawksworth, Leeds. Participants run a 4.167-mile loop every hour on the hour, needing to complete each loop within the hour to continue. The course features a mix of canal towpath, farmland, woodland trails..

Sabre XXIII Weekend 9 is a challenging 25.5 km event held in the scenic Howgill Fells, featuring a demanding 1500m elevation gain comparable to the Yorkshire Three Peaks but in half the distance. The route, originally used by the 23 SAS for training, is fully waymarked and includes a mix of fell ter..

The Steel City 60 Ultra is an exhilarating ultra-distance running event set in Sheffield, featuring a challenging 60-mile circular route with 6,400 feet of ascent. Participants can choose to walk or run solo, or join relay teams of 2, 3, or 6 members. The event showcases the natural beauty of Sheffi..

The Trent Valley Ultra is a scenic 50-kilometer ultra marathon held in Nottinghamshire, starting and finishing at Milestone Brewery & Tap in Cromwell, Newark. The course winds through charming villages using footpaths, bridleways, tracks, and minor roads, offering runners a picturesque and memorable..

The Leaden Boot Challenge is a demanding 26.2-mile walk or run held in the White Peak village of Alstonefield, UK. The course features 4,800 feet of ascent and descent, following an elliptical route through scenic areas including Milldale, Nabs Dale, Ilam Rock, and Beresford Dale. Starting and finis..

The Wuthering Heights running event, organized by It's Grim Up North Running, takes place in the historic town of Haworth, known for its Brontë heritage. Participants can choose from various distances, including 5, 10, 15, 20 miles, and a full marathon, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Y..

The Calderdale Way Relay will take place in Greetland on Sunday 18 May 2025.

The Cookridge Community 10K is a multi-terrain trail run held annually in Cookridge, Leeds, with the 2025 event marking its sixth edition. The 10-kilometre course starts at Cookridge Village Scout Hall and features a scenic route through Paul’s Pond, Golden Acre Park, and a nature reserve, including..

The Pommie Panter Fell Race is a challenging 5.8-mile (9.3 km) event held in Youlgrave, Derbyshire, within the Peak District. Featuring 876 feet (267 meters) of climb, the course includes rough trails, open fields, country lanes, and some low-level technical sections, including a swamp. The race is..

SilverBackTrails Oswiu’s Revenge is a challenging yet friendly trail running event held near Osmotherley, in the Black Hambleton and Silton Woods area of North Yorkshire. Covering approximately 10 miles, the course features forest tracks and ancient trods, offering scenic views of the North Yorkshir..

The Bronte Half Marathon is a trail running event held in Bronte Country, Yorkshire, supporting Sue Ryder. Taking place on May 18, 2025, the race covers a hilly 13.1-mile course between Oxenhope and Hebden Bridge. Participants receive a race memento and a pie and peas meal at the finish.The event fe..

The Blackstone Edge Fell Race is a classic fell race organized by Todmorden Harriers, originally established by Kev Shand in 1983. This challenging race, categorized as AS, covers a distance of 5.6 km with an elevation gain of 366 meters, featuring rough terrain and the iconic Blackstone Edge Trig p..

Totley Moor is a challenging fell running race organized by Totley AC, held annually in May. Covering 10.5 km (6.5 miles) with a total ascent of 440 meters, the race takes place on varied terrain including woodland, fields, and open moorland. The course starts and finishes near the Cricket Inn in To..

The Rudding ParkRace 2025 is a 10.5 km trail running event held at Rudding Park in Harrogate. Following its success in previous years, the race features a challenging course through parkland, woodland trails, and technical sections, including climbs and descents. Participants will pass landmarks suc..

The Newmillerdam Quacky Trail Race 5K is an evening trail running event held at Newmillerdam Country Park in Wakefield. Participants will navigate a scenic, hilly looped course through woodlands and alongside a lake. The race features awards for the top male and female finishers, as well as trophies..