Trail Running calendar near Horwich 2025-2026

SkyRun Eryri in Rhyd Ddu, Snowdonia on 15 August 2026 offers four mountain races from a 16 km trail to a 55 km ultra across rugged, technical terrain and stunning peaks. Staffed aid points and bold climbs await adventurous trail runners.

Tackle the classic Ilkley Skyline loop from The Hermit Inn, summiting Beamsley Beacon, Round Hill and sweeping moors on a scenic unmarked fell route. Choose 22 miles or 35 km for a true moorland running challenge with checkpoints and aid st..

Moel Famau 24 is a timed endurance event in the Clwydian Hills offering 12 hour or 24 hour challenges on a roughly 7 km loop with about 500 m ascent per lap. Solo runners, teams and walkers welcome with on site camping and GPS timing.

Run a scenic 13.65 mile half around Morland on 16 August 2026, mostly off road through rivers, woodlands and Eden Valley villages. Partially self navigated with mixed terrain and a finisher medal and t shirt included.

Tackle the classic Hartsop Hop in Patterdale, a rugged 19.5 km fell race with 1370 m ascent across open moor and stony paths. Expect steep climbs, scenic ridges and tough checkpoints for a true fell running challenge.

Run scenic, undulating trails around Carsington Water with a half marathon or 10k option, each kilometre marked and marshals on course. Enjoy a themed medal, post race goodies and a lively event village for a festival finish.

INFERNO in Edale on 22 August 2026 offers brutal Peak District trails from 10 miles to a 41 mile ultra, with muddy sheep tracks, rocky descents and a climb by a waterfall. Expect tough terrain, solid support and a hard earned medal at the f..

The Belper Rover is a scenic trail race through Derbyshire, provisionally scheduled for 23 August 2026. Expect a clearly marked route with water stations and friendly post race treats including beer and a potato.

Run the iconic 130 mile Leeds and Liverpool Canal race from Liverpool to Leeds, non stop along towpaths and historic locks. Choose supported or unsupported entry and aim to finish within the 40 hour limit on 29 August 2026.

Tackle rugged trails and moorland views around Otley at Punk Panther Otley High Views on 29 August 2026. Choose 13, 20, 34 or 50 miles across Otley Chevin, Rombalds Moor and Beamsley Beacon for a challenging, scenic endurance test.

Run scenic lakeside and trail courses at the Nottingham Running Festival in Colwick Park on 30 Aug, with races from juniors to a four lap half marathon. Celebrate with a medal, chip timing and a lively event village supporting local hospice..

Tackle the Hebden Fell Race on Monday 31 August 2026 at Powder House Field for a sharp 1.5 mile challenge with roughly 400 feet of climb. Expect a steep ascent, topside running and a testing uphill finish through walls and streams.

A short, steep fell race at the Reeth Show, taking runners across fields up to Fremington Edge and back through quarry workings to finish on the showfield. Competitive and family friendly with junior and senior categories for all ages.

Join the Eyam Fell Race, a scenic yet testing 10 km fell course from Eyam to Sir William Hill and across Abney Moor with steep descents. Places are limited by pre registration and there is a BBQ and bar plus a junior 3 km on the day.

Challenge yourself on the classic Muker Show Fell Race in the Yorkshire fells on Wednesday 2 September 2026. A short but brutal route plunges through the river then climbs to Fremington Edge for a thrilling, punchy finish.

Join the 50th Bullock Smithy Hike in Hazel Grove on 5 to 6 September 2026. This classic circular 56 miles challenge welcomes hikers and ultra runners for a scenic, rewarding weekend.

Classic Peak District fell races from Hayfield Scout Hut offering a tough 24.5 km and a shorter 15.5 km option. Routes are mostly unmarked so runners must navigate and carry compulsory kit; entries accepted in advance or on the day.

Take on the Yr Wyddfa Snowdon Ultra 100, an epic mountain ultramarathon of around 100 miles starting and finishing in Betws y Coed. Rugged trails, strict kit rules, live GPS tracking and buckle awards await in scenic Snowdonia.

Take on scenic Shropshire Hills trails with half and full marathon options, starting and finishing at Carding Mill Valley by the National Trust tea rooms. The full is a single lap route with aid stations on course and a finisher medal.

Take on the Yr Wyddfa Snowdon Ultra 50, a rugged 45 mile mountain ultramarathon across epic Snowdonia scenery to the Snowdon summit. Based in Betws y Coed on 5 September 2026, the race offers live tracking, checkpoint support and finisher m..