Trail Running calendar near Heslington 2026-2027

Participate in a 5 mile undulating trail run through the Nottinghamshire countryside starting in Epperstone. This charity event features random prize placements and supports The Brain Tumour Charity.

Experience a scenic off-road running event through the fields and forests of Kirkby Fleetham. With distances of 5km and 10km, participants enjoy a flat waymarked course finishing at the village hall.

Experience a midweek trail run through South Yorkshire's historic Wentworth Castle Gardens. Choose from 5km or 10km routes featuring gothic landmarks, woodland trails, and a canicross friendly atmosphere.

Tackle the Boar's Head fell race in the Peak District on Wed 10 Jun 2026. This BM 8 mile course climbs 402 m from the Boar's Head Hotel, welcomes teams and on the day entries for £5; entrants must be 18 or older.

Experience a Category B Short Fell Race starting in Horwich. This five mile course climbs the Pennines to Two Lads before a fast descent back to the finish with awards for various categories and club turnout.

Experience the open fells of Cumbria during this evening charity event in Kirkby Stephen. Part of a weekend mountain festival, the Sunset Stroll offers a scenic route over exposed terrain as the sun goes down.

Experience an epic non-stop race along Britain's iconic Pennine Way. This expedition-style event offers multiple distances up to 268 miles, testing your endurance through breathtaking national trail landscapes day and night.

Experience an out and back trail race between Otley and Pateley Bridge. Choose from half marathon, 20 mile, or 32 mile distances along the scenic Six Dales Trail featuring local reservoirs and rolling hills.

Test your endurance at the Manchester Backyard Ultra where you must complete 4.167 miles every hour until only one runner remains. This out and back course at Giants Seat Scout Camp challenges runners to go beyond their limits.

A timed multi-lap event at Chorlton Water Park on 13 June 2026 with laps of a 5.3 km out and back riverside course, a seven hour limit, vegetarian aid station options and a charity donation per entry.

Run the 9.5 km Wincle Trout fell race in the Peak District, featuring a 320 m climb and a river crossing. The event is part of the lively Wincle Village Fete. A shorter 3 km junior race is also available.

Experience a historic 24 mile fell run or challenge walk through the scenic landscape of Swaledale. Participants navigate this 10 hour course starting from Reeth in an event held annually since 1979.

Experience the fells of the Upper Eden Valley with four distinct course distances ranging from 11 km to a 65 km ultra. Enjoy a professional mountain event featuring GPS tracking, basecamp camping, and routes through the scenic Northern Fell..

Join a vibrant 5 km cross country color run in Silsden featuring seven paint stations and obstacles. This family friendly event supports Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice and includes a finisher medal and post race entertainment.

Experience a scenic lapped trail race through South Yorkshire woodland and paths starting from a traditional village pub. Choose from four distances and enjoy a post race chip butty and bespoke medal.

Test your navigation skills on the North York Moors with 10k, Half Marathon, and Marathon trail races starting from Chop Gate. This self-navigated event features significant elevation and rewards finishers with a medal.

Tackle the classic Edale Fell Race in the Peak District, a 4.7 miles route with 402 m of climb across dramatic moorland. Pre entry and on the day entry are available, plus junior races and entry to Edale Country Day for runners.

Tackle Knowl Hill near Rochdale in this 6 mile fell race with 396 m of climb across the South West Pennines. Open to adults, it is the final day of a three day series with prizes and finisher shirts for series completers.

The Out of Eden 5k is part of the volunteer-led Yomp Mountain Challenge in Kirkby Stephen. This event, with roots back to 1983, is known for its open fell terrain and raises money for local charities.

Test your endurance at MacTuffX Manchester with a series of ten interval rounds. Choose between 400m or 800m distances in solo, double, or relay formats for a unique athletic experience.