Trail Running calendar near Heslington 2025-2026

The Anglezarke Amble Challenge is a scenic long-distance walking and running event held in the West Pennine Moors near Rivington, England. Known locally as the "Little Lake District," the challenge offers two walking distances: 17 miles (short route) and 24 miles (long route), with runners restricte..

The Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge in Durham is a flexible running event held at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club along the scenic River Wear, offering views of the Cathedral. Participants can run as many laps as they wish within a 7-hour limit, with each lap measuring approximately 4.37 miles (7 km) or..

The Cracoe Cracker Challenge is a scenic running and walking event held in the Yorkshire Dales, starting from Cracoe Village Hall in North Yorkshire. Participants can choose between a 25-mile or 12-mile route, both offering beautiful countryside views. The 2026 edition features the South loop first,..

SilverBackTrails Lilla’s Revenge is a 10-mile trail running event held in the scenic North York Moors National Park. The course follows part of the iconic Lykewake long-distance footpath, visiting historic sites such as Lilla Howe, home to the oldest cross on the Moors, and Louven Howe, a Neolithic/..

The Derwent Reservoir 5 & 10 Milers is a popular winter running event returning for its seventh year, offering participants a choice between 5 or 10-mile routes around the scenic Derwent Reservoir, located on the border of Durham and Northumberland. The courses feature a mix of terrain, including fi..

The Tibthorpe Loop is a half marathon trail event held in the scenic Yorkshire Wolds, starting and finishing at the eco-friendly Field House Camping & Coffee Barn near Tibthorpe, Driffield. The course is an easy-to-navigate, undulating but non-technical 13.1-mile route with 1,200 feet of elevation g..

Cloud Nine is a scenic and challenging 9-mile hill race organized by Congleton Harriers, starting in Congleton and ascending to the summit of Bosley Cloud at 1125 feet before returning via the ancient Bridestones. The mostly off-road course features 1250 feet of ascent and is categorized as a BM fel..

Saddleworth Res's is a challenging trail running event held in the high moorlands and valleys around Saddleworth, near Oldham, UK. Participants can choose from three distances: 5 Res’s (25 km with 710m ascent), 10 Res’s off-road marathon (44 km with 1314m ascent), or the 15 Res’s ultra marathon (60..

The Lincoln Marabank is a unique running event held at Burton Waters near Lincoln, featuring a flat, traffic-free course along the historic Fossdyke canal towpath. Open to runners of all abilities, participants have up to seven hours to cover as much distance as they wish, with options to run a half..

The Lincoln Marabank 2026 is a running event held at Burton Waters near Lincoln, featuring a flat, multi-terrain course along the historic Fossdyke canal towpath. Open to runners aged 18 and over, the event offers a 7-hour timed challenge where participants can run distances ranging from a single la..

Born 2B Wild III is a popular trail running event held at Hamsterley Forest, offering an approximately 5k course through natural terrain featuring mud, hills, obstacles, and trails. Open to participants aged 16 and over, the race welcomes runners of all abilities and their dogs, with canine particip..

The Two Crosses Circuit will take place in Greenmount on Sunday 8 March 2026.

The Morland 'Marathon' is a 30-mile trail ultra marathon held in Morland near Penrith, UK. Suitable for runners and walkers, the course is largely off-road with mixed terrain and features 3,000 feet of elevation gain. The scenic route skirts the Pennines to the east and the Howgills to the south, pa..

The Pennine Bridleway PB18km Trail Running event is an 18-kilometer trail race set in the scenic Peak District, starting from Hayfield village to Rushup Edge and back. Suitable for all levels, from newcomers to elite trail runners, the course features a mix of fast trails and challenging ascents wit..

The Ranger Ultras PB50km Ultra is a 50-kilometer trail running event held in the Peak District, based out of the historic village of Hayfield. The race features a new 2026 loop course that traverses classic trails including the Pennine Bridleway, Pennine Way, and Limestone Way, offering a mix of fas..

WODland - Endurorun is an inclusive trail running event taking place in Holmfirth, Great Britain, on March 14, 2026. Participants can choose from various distances, including 5km, 10km, and 20km, or take on the unique 6-hour challenge, where individuals or teams can complete as many 5km loops as pos..

The Haworth Hobble is a challenging 32-mile (51 km) fell running event organized by Keighley and Craven Athletics Club, held around the gritstone moors near Haworth, Todmorden, and Hebden Bridge in the UK. The course features approximately 4,400 feet (1,340 meters) of ascent and descent, traversing..

The Tyne Bridges to Boundaries Ultra is a 34-mile running event held in Newcastle Upon Tyne, starting at The Cycle Hub on the Quayside. Inspired by the Audax cycling spirit, it offers a scenic route through urban and natural landscapes, including riverside meadows and country parks. The event emphas..

The Grindleford Gallop is a challenging annual running and walking event held in the scenic hills of the Peak District, UK. Taking place every March, the race offers two distance options: a 15km course with 660m of ascent and a longer 23km route featuring 1050m of ascent. The event is known for its..

The Link Challenge is a 20-mile trail run or hike held at Burrs Country Park in Bury, UK. The scenic route connects six historic villages—Nangreaves, Holcombe, Hawkshaw, Affetside, Ainsworth, and Greenmount—passing through iconic landmarks, woodlands, and open meadows. The event emphasizes camarader..