Trail Running calendar near Heslington 2026-2027

Join the 20 Barriers fell race in Carnforth on Tue 7 Jul 2026 for a testing 8 km with about 160 m climb across classic Bowland terrain. Entry on the day is £10 and proceeds go to local charities; the race is UK Athletics insured.

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 in Matlock on 8 July 2026 runs mostly on good trails with a mid race climb past Black Rocks and a total ascent of 800 feet. The event is organised by Matlock Athletic Club.

A marked high moor fell race of about 7 miles with 366 m of climb in the South/West Pennines on 8 July 2026. Registration is at the Packhorse Inn car park, pre entry is via SiEntries and on the day entry may be limited to 120.

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 three leg fell relay at Danefield Park near Otley on 8 July 2026. Each leg is 4.8 km with 170 m of climb and teams of three compete across male, female and mixed categories.

A category BS fell race on 9 July 2026 at Thurlstone Gala/Football Field, South Yorkshire, featuring a single-lap undulating 6.4 km course. Entry fee is £6 and prizes include age-group awards plus cash for breaking listed course records.

A multi-day Spartan obstacle event at Belvoir Castle featuring Sprint, Super and Beast races plus kids races and Hurricane Heat sessions. The Trifecta Weekend format lets racers attempt all three main distances across the same 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 obstacles on Saturday 11 July 2026 in Holme village, set within the village Festival of Sport weekend. A 5 km Half Howler and family activities are also part of the weekend.

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.

Point to point Lyke Wake Challenge of just over 40 miles between Osmotherley and Ravenscar on 11 July 2026, run on a handicap basis. Entrants must be 21 or older, carry mandatory safety kit and numbers are limited to 150.

Phoenix Blaze is the second race in a 2026 Summer Series at Hardy Farm on 11 July 2026, featuring timed laps on a 5.3 km riverside course so participants can complete distances from 5 km up to ultra within a seven hour limit.

A 11.1 km trail race at Stonyhurst College on 11 July 2026, following woodland paths, rivers and historic bridges. Entry includes a medal, chip timing, professional photography and an event village with food vendors.

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.

A short 1.6 km hill race with 95 m of climb on Sugar Lane in Rainow on 11 July 2026, held as part of the Rainow Village Fete. Open to runners aged 8 and over with entry on the day.

A charity trekking event at Tittesworth Reservoir with 30, 20 and 10 mile routes and a new Family Fun Day. Teams must follow a kit list, navigate the routes, and raise funds for WaterAid projects in Bangladesh.

An outdoor 5k obstacle course at Lincolnshire Showground on 11 July 2026 where participants climb, crawl and slide through muddy obstacles while raising funds for Cancer Research UK. Waves run every 15 minutes and the event is not wheelchai..