Trail Running calendar near Heslington 2026-2027

A 50 mile, 5,500 ft circuit of the Yorkshire Dales with an ascent of Great Shunner Fell and a 22 hour completion limit, starting and finishing at Harmby Village Hall and passing through Wensleydale and Swaledale.

An inflatable obstacle-course fun run at Cheshire County Showground with 2.5 km laps and options for 2.5 km, 5 km, 10 km and 15 km. The event includes music zones, on-course water, finisher medals and food stalls.

Overnight running around Wath Manvers Lake on a flat 3.21 mile circuit, with participants completing as many laps as possible in a 12 hour period. Clubhouse facilities and on site camping are available.

A 7.5 km mixed terrain race in the Derbyshire Dales starting and finishing at the Bell and Harp pub on 18 July 2026. The event includes chip timing, a 45 plus category and an afterparty with music and food.

A 36 mile ultra on 18 July 2026 from Clitheroe Castle to Lancaster Castle across Lancashire, featuring six checkpoints, chip timing and live tracking. Entry is by pre-registration only, restricted to over 18s and has a 10 hour cut off.

A short fell race near Cracoe on the B6265 with 2.60 miles and 900 feet of climb, rough field and tussock terrain, and a final steep ascent; serves as a BOFRA Championship counter and includes junior and senior routes.

Experience a diverse range of distances at the Revesby Running Festival on the historic Revesby Estate. Choose from 5km to a half marathon or take on the unique Challenge The Estate individual and team events.

A chip timed 10 km on 19 July 2026 along the Ouse riverbank in Goole with a flat multi terrain route through Hook and Riverside Gardens. Offers a bicentennial technical T shirt option, a finisher medal and a prize for the 200th finisher.

A trail half marathon around Bowes on the Pennine Way with varied terrain across moorland, reservoir and fields. Limited parking, bag drop at the village hall, mandatory kit and water top-ups only in reusable bottles.

Tackle the rugged Bowland slopes at the Hapton Fell Race, a challenging 5 miles with about 400 m of climb near Burnley. Day of entry makes it ideal for last minute plans and friendly club rivalry.

Experience a two lap trail race through 400 acres of historic parkland at Alderley Park. This five mile course features scenic views of an arboretum and lakes and includes a technical finisher t-shirt for all participants.

Join the Ravenscar Rumble revisited, a scenic fell race in Ravenscar on Wed 22 Jul 2026 covering 10 km with 250 m of climb through the North York Moors. Tea rooms stay open for post run treats and entry is on the day only.

Tackle a classic Peak District fell run from Glossop Rugby Club up to The Nab, a challenging 4 miles with 365 m of climbing and great views. Open to runners 16 and over with pre entry and on the day entry and team places available.

Evening trail races at Aske Hall in North Yorkshire offer 5 km and 10 km single loop courses through parkland, pasture and woodland. The course can be uneven or muddy, trail shoes are recommended and poles are banned.

A trail event at Aske Hall on 23 July 2026 with 5 km and 10 km course options across parkland and woodland, fully marked routes, finishers food options and an optional coaster-medal.

A pop up Summer Series race at Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve on 23 July 2026 offering 5k and 10k routes. Entry can be paid on the day or online and all runners receive a medal, food, a drink and a sweetie bag.

Join the Fellrunner in Sheldon on Thu 23 Jul 2026 for a spirited 4 mile village fell race across scenic Peak District climbs. Friendly entry on the day supports local funds and welcomes runners aged 14 and over.

A midweek trail 10 km around Clowbridge Reservoir and the Pennine Bridleway with 175 m of climb. Entries via SiEntries, fee £10 and minimum age 15; marked course and spot prizes at the Sailing Club.

A single lap 10 kilometre trail race around RSPB St Aidan's Country Park in Swillington, Leeds, on public footpaths and bridleways. Entry is limited to 300 runners and basic facilities include water stations and toilets.

The Punk Panther Takes the Hindmost will take place in Otley on Saturday 25 July 2026.