Trail Running calendar near Hope Valley 2026-2027

A multi-distance trail event along the Nidderdale Way visiting Ripley Castle, Brimham Rocks, Scar House Reservoir and How Stean Gorge. Distances range from 13 to 55 miles, trackers are supplied and a mandatory kit list is enforced.

Half marathon and 10k on the traffic free Monsal Trail near Bakewell. Two race days 24 and 25 October 2026, with GPX route maps, bespoke medal and free photos.

The Nidderdale Way Ultramarathon will take place in Pateley Bridge on Saturday 24 October 2026.

A backyard ultra in Gisburn Forest where runners complete a fully off road loop each hour until one person remains. Field capped at 200 with prizes for top finishers and an extra award for anyone exceeding 100 mile.

Run the Bronte Way fell race through the South/West Pennines, a scenic 12 km point to point with 351 m of climb. Pre entry only with limited bus support and a warming soup and roll at the finish make this a classic autumn challenge.

The Drop in Manchester is a blindfolded navigation challenge from Up & Running. Participants are dropped at unknown locations and must find their way back over 6, 10 or 15 miles using no personal navigation aids.

Tackle Lockton Limping, a scenic fell race across the North York Moors covering 11.2 km with 350 m of climb and sweeping views. Entry is on the day at Lockton Village Hall, perfect for both competitive and social runners.

An obstacle course race for dogs and owners on Aske estate near Richmond, with 5 km and 10 km routes, marked dog-friendly obstacles and an 850 m mud assault section featuring many obstacles.

A Halloween themed trail event on the Leeds to Liverpool Canal in Kirkstall offering distances from a family friendly 1 mile to ultra marathon. The licensed course is marshalled and features drink stations, Halloween medals and spot prizes.

Celebrate Halloween with a historic fell race starting at the Summit Inn in Littleborough. This 4.3 mile event features 800 feet of ascent and includes categories for all ages from juniors to seniors.

A short fell race from Monsal Dale that pairs flat, fast trail running with a direct climb and descent of Fin Cop, finishing at Monsal Head. The course is 9.5 km with about 500 m of ascent and is governed by FRA rules.

A six hour timed trail at Linacre Reservoirs where runners complete repeated 5 km laps and aim for as many laps as possible. Checkpoints offer food and drinks and every finisher receives a medal.

Join this flexible charity run along the River Mersey in Manchester. Complete as many 5.3km laps as you like in seven hours on a flat riverside course to support Save The Rhino.

A volunteer run full and half marathon around Gargrave with multi terrain loops, refreshment stations and a sustainable finisher medal. Proceeds support a participant attending the World Scout Jamboree in Gdansk 2027.

Night trail races at Delamere Forest with 10k, half marathon and a free 1k kids event. The course is marked with reflective signs, entries include a glow in the dark medal, drinks, timing and free high resolution photos.

A night time 5k at Herons Reach Blackpool on 31 October 2026 over multi terrain parkland. Pre booked entry is required with set fees by age category and all finishers receive a glow in the dark medal.

Striders Trail 5 returns to Sankey Visitors Centre on 1 November 2026. The St Helens Striders event uses local trails, is limited to 250 places with a minimum age of 15, and has separate fees for affiliated and unaffiliated runners.

Eight-day race series in Telford offering 8 miles, 16 miles or a 26.2 mile marathon each day. Each day is a separate race with its own medal and Race HQ at The Unicorn Inn in Little Dawley.

Trail races in Hartington, Peak District offering 8.4 km and 16.4 km waymarked routes, local cheese samples and a goodie bag from Hartington Cheese Shop. Participants must be 18 plus and the long course requires mandatory kit.

An inclusive canicross event at Mere Sands Wood on 1 November 2026 offering a timed one mile run and an optional 2.5 km social run around the reserve.