Trail Running calendar near High Spen 2026-2027

A trail running event at Kielder Castle on 5 September 2026 offering five route distances from 5 km to 52 km across forest trails with varied elevation. Camping, marked and timed courses, outposts and a plastic free policy are included.

A trail half marathon on 5 September 2026 based at Malham Show Field. The route passes Malham Cove and Malham Tarn and climbs to Weets Top before a long descent. It is the third race in the Due North Trail Trilogy.

A 16 km Lake District fell race from Glenridding with 1525 m of climb, permit insured, pre entry only, and compulsory full kit for adult runners.

Trail races around Derwentwater from Fitz Park with 5k, 10k and 15k options, marked trails and varied terrain. The event features live music, local food stalls, limited water stations and event photography.

Blencathra Marathon on 6 Sept 2026 is a scenic yet demanding 26.4 mile fell loop from Caldbeck via five Wainwright summits. Around 6,000 ft ascent, GPS tracking and a warm finish with drinks and a medal suit experienced runners and walkers.

Join the classic Burnsall Fell Race in the Yorkshire Dales for a short but fierce hill test, with a steep climb to a cairn and a thrilling edge descent. Entry on the day for seniors is £5.

A Category AS fell race at New House Farm, Lorton on 6 September 2026 covering 4.2 km with 305 m of climb. Entry is on the day with show entry required and junior races run alongside seniors.

Take on THE LAP Windermere Ultra, a way marked 47 mile trail circuit that circumnavigates Lake Windermere. Runners and walkers get 24 hours, five stocked aid stations, GPS tracking and a local finishers medal for unforgettable lakeside view..

Tackle the 100 km Leeds Country Way In A Day, a scenic circuit around Leeds mostly on trails with variable underfoot conditions. Supported checkpoints, GPX navigation and optional pacers make it a rewarding challenge for experienced enduran..

Tackle a classic Lake District fell run around Helvellyn and the Dodds, a rugged 18.5 km loop with 1450 m of climbing and stunning mountain views. Open to adults with pre entry or day entry for a proper fell challenge.

A 36 km FRA AL fell race around the higher Northern Fells from Hesket Newmarket, featuring 2200 m of ascent, mandatory map and compass navigation and summit checkpoints including Carrock Fell, Blencathra and Skiddaw.

Take on the Fellrunner at Cronkley on 12 Sep 2026, a scenic 17.1 km fell race near Barnard Castle with 560 m ascent that tests stamina and navigation. Places are limited and entrants get a chip butty and hot drink at the Farmhouse Kitchen.

A 10 mile trail run on the Lykewake Walk in the North York Moors, visiting Lilla Howe and Louven Howe with strong coastal views. Navigation is required, entries limited to 50, minimum age 18 and a three hour time limit.

A long established off road marathon and half marathon in Bronte Country on 13 September 2026 featuring chip timing, stocked feed stations, FRA mandatory kit and a pairs category for the full marathon.

A BOFRA Championship fell race in Bradley near Skipton on 13 September 2026, covering 5.6 km with about 230 m of climb. Entry is on the day; junior races run on adjusted routes with published maps.

Take on the classic La Sportiva Lake District Mountain Trial, a navigational fell race across the fells with three testing courses. Pre entry only and vetting ensure a real mountain challenge with food, prizes and electronic timing.

A trail ultra in North Yorkshire on 19 to 20 September 2026, starting and finishing at Hawes Market House and passing Whernside, Ingleborough and Pen-y-Ghent. The main route is 70 km with an option to extend to 100 km, supported with aid st..

A 50 km mountain ultra from Hawes via Cam Road to the summit of Pen y Ghent and back, with 1280 metres of ascent, GPX navigation, staffed refreshment points and eco finishers medals.

Oktoberfest Running by Grim Up North hits the Leeds and Liverpool Canal at Rodley for chip timed races on a flat towpath, with distances from 5K to Ultra. Finishers get a medal and post race treats in a fun, friendly atmosphere.

A 50 km trail race in the Cheviot Hills near Wooler on 19 September 2026 that requires GPS navigation. Organisers provide digital and waterproof maps, GPS trackers, aid stations and medical cover; finishers receive a medal and certificate.