Trail Running calendar near Horwich 2026-2027

Navigate the scenic Matlock Skyline on one of two unmarked circular routes. This event supports Derby Mountain Rescue Team. Finishers get a certificate.

Fell race on 5 July 2026 around Skiddaw in the Lake District, based at Keswick Cricket Club. The course is 15.4 km with 960 m of ascent and entry on the day is accepted for a fee of £10.

Enjoy a flat 1.5 mile fun run along the Methley canal towpath in Leeds. This long running community event features medals for all finishers and a specific competition for local school teams.

Join the Stoodley Pike fell race at Todmorden on 7 July 2026 for a sharp 5 km challenge with 213 m of climb and stunning moorland views. On the day entries welcome for £5, minimum age 14; car sharing is requested.

Join the 20 Barriers fell race in Carnforth on Tue 7 Jul 2026 for a testing 8 km with about 160 m climb across classic Bowland terrain. Entry on the day is £10 and proceeds go to local charities; the race is UK Athletics insured.

This 10km fell race offers a classic Peak District challenge. The route starts on the canal towpath before a significant climb past the iconic Black Rocks to a trig point. It returns via the same path for a fast finish back at Cromford Mead..

Seat Sandal is a Grasmere fell race on 8 July 2026, covering 7.4 km with 700 m of climb through classic Lake District terrain. Day entry only keeps it friendly yet competitive; bring fell kit for steep flagged ascents and technical descents..

A marked high moor fell race of about 7 miles with 366 m of climb in the South/West Pennines on 8 July 2026. Registration is at the Packhorse Inn car park, pre entry is via SiEntries and on the day entry may be limited to 120.

Take on the Stiperstones Fell Race in Snailbeach on Wed 8 Jul 2026, a rugged 6.7 km course with about 375 m of climb across classic Shropshire ridgelines. Pre entry is £7 or pay £10 on the day, with junior races available.

Take on the Borrowdale School Bash up Bessyboot in the Lake District: a short but fierce 5.2 km with 456 m of climb, offering stunning fell views and a real challenge. Entry on the day, with beer and a burger for every finisher.

A three leg fell relay at Danefield Park near Otley on 8 July 2026. Each leg is 4.8 km with 170 m of climb and teams of three compete across male, female and mixed categories.

The Thurlstone Chase is a BS category fell race covering 6.75 km with 150 meters of ascent. It starts and finishes at Thurlstone Football Club, with prizes across multiple age categories. A cash bonus is offered for breaking the current cou..

Gravel Rocks is a summer festival combining trail running and gravel riding at Duncombe Park. The inclusive entry covers camping, a night run, a choice of Saturday distances, and live music. It's a timed, multi day event with a social atmos..

Run through the stunning trails of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park in North Wales. This event offers four distances, from a 10k to an Ultra Marathon, all starting from the adventure town of Llanberis. The route passes iconic locations inclu..

A 24-hour endurance challenge on Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). Participants aim to complete as many ascents as possible, solo or in teams. The event is UTMB-indexed for solo runners.

Trail races from Slaithwaite along the Huddersfield narrow gauge canal to Tunnel End, offering 5k, 10k, half and marathon distances with feed stations, marshals, a cup-less policy and a 6.5 hour cut-off.

The Lakeland Trails Ultra offers four scenic distances through the Lake District, from a 100k midnight adventure to a 14k trail run. All routes are fully marked and supported with feed stations. The event includes professional photos and fi..

Run the scenic Shropshire Hills at The Piece of Cake Trail Run in Carding Mill Valley with 10K, half marathon and marathon distances. Enjoy marked trails, aid stations, a finisher medal and a cake competition.

Event Details The Wasdale Fell Race is a fell running event in the Lake District. The course is approximately 34 km (21.1 mi) long with 2,750 m (9,022 ft) of ascent. It starts at Brackenclose near the National Trust campsite in Wasdale. Cou..

Take on the New Embsay Fell Race on Sat 11 Jul: a punchy 2.5 mile course with 195 m of climb through the Yorks Dales. Part of the village fete, enjoy entertainment and refreshments and easy on the day entry for a fun community challenge.