Trail Running calendar near Horton in Ribblesdale 2025-2026

Beyond Newcastle starts and finishes at Swing Bridge on the Quayside, offering a scenic 55 km ultra or 25 km trail along the Tyne and Derwent. Riverside and woodland trails, GPX routes, feed stations, chip timing and a finishers medal.

Run the RAF Spadeadam Blue Streak Trail for a rare route across an active RAF station with launch platforms and stunning views of the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall. Choose 14 mile or 11 km, earn a medal and support RAF Benevolent Fund.

Tackle the Calderdale Way Ultra, an off road adventure from Heptonstall across gritstone hills, packhorse ways and woodland trails around Halifax and Hebden Bridge. Choose 30, 50 or 100 mile routes with aid stations and GPS tracking.

Take on trail running in Delamere Forest on Sunday 26 April 2026 with 42k and 21k options. The scenic route winds through woodland, around Blakemere Moss and along the Sandstone Trail with a climb up Old Pale Hill for a rewarding challenge.

Join the Trail Outlaws Urban Trail Series for fully marked 5K and half marathon trail races for all abilities. Enter single races or save with discounted series entry and enjoy a free presentation evening.

Join the Run for Wildlife Spring 10K at Yorkshire Wildlife Park for a scenic single loop around the grounds, supporting the Wildlife Foundation. Open to walkers, joggers and runners, this family friendly event blends wildlife and fitness.

Tackle the scenic Gibside 5 km or 10 km trail through gardens, woodland and open countryside on the expansive National Trust estate. Canicross friendly with live chip timing, bespoke medal and Wild Deer merchandise for all finishers.

Tackle the Pennine Barrier Ultra, a 50 mile trail through the stunning Yorkshire Dales and Three Peaks around Malham. Limited to 750 runners, this supported but demanding ultramarathon rewards bold endurance and classic Pennine views.

Take on the 36 mile Esk Valley Epic from Glaisdale on 2 May 2026, a scenic circular ultra with 4,487 ft of climbing along the Esk Valley Walk. Tough trails, five checkpoints and a finishers medal reward your effort.

Start the Jane Tomlinson Canal Race Series with a flat 5 km along the scenic canal towpath in Methley on 5 May 2026. Community race raising funds for the Jane Tomlinson Appeal with age category prizes.

Enjoy a scenic, hilly 5 mile trail around Rainow and Kerridge Ridge at the Rainow 5, held on the first Wednesday evening in May. Friendly, low key event with modest prizes, post race cakes and a pub gathering, all raising funds for local ch..

Join the Carlisle City Urban Trail Run, a 10 km city and off road course from The Sands Centre on 6 May 2026. Limited to 300 runners, with live chip timing and age group prizes for a fun spring challenge.

Brockholes Bimble on 8 May 2026 offers 10K, half, marathon or ultra on scenic trails around lakes, the River Ribble and woodlands. Limited to 100 entrants, the friendly event includes snacks, a bespoke finisher medal and £2 from each entry..

Join Lakeland Paws at Dodd Wood on Saturday 9 May 2026 for a scenic canicross with sweeping views over Bassenthwaite Lake. Wide trails suit two dogs per runner and solo runners are welcome.

Five Trig Points on 9 May 2026 is an 18 to 19 mile trail challenge around Delph with about 3,000 ft of ascent and self navigation to five local trig points. Manned checkpoints supply snacks and the finish offers free soup and hot drinks.

Five Trig Points on 9 May 2026 is an 18 to 19 mile trail challenge around Delph with about 3,000 ft of ascent and self navigation to five local trig points. Manned checkpoints supply snacks and the finish offers free soup and hot drinks.

Spire Ultra returns for its 10th edition: a scenic 33 mile trail around Chesterfield across moorland, woods, reservoirs and farmland. Expect varied terrain, good on course support and a special 10 year finisher memento.

Challenge yourself on the Marsden Moors routes on 9 May 2026, choosing from 18, 23 or full marathon distances across moorland, reservoirs and canal towpath. Expect stunning views, checkpoint snacks and a warm finish meal.

Take on Offa's Dyke in 24 Hours South, a continuous 24 hour challenge from Prestatyn heading south along the National Trail. Solo runners or teams of 2 to 4 can run or walk, aiming to reach the furthest point south when time elapses.

THE LAP is a fully waymarked 47 mile 75K trail ultra around Lake Windermere, offering stunning Lakeland views and varied terrain. Runners and walkers get 24 hours, GPS support, stocked aid stations and a local finisher meal and medal.