Trail Running calendar near Ilam 2025-2026

Bradley Fell Race in Bradley Village near Skipton is a scenic BOFRA Championship event with a 3.5 miles (5.6 km) senior course climbing about 800 feet across moorland. Registration and the race start will be from the junior field this year.

Take on the Peak District Challenge in Hathersage on 18 to 19 September 2026, choosing distances from 25 km to 100 miles with self navigation or guided walks. Teams get real time GPS tracking and you can fundraise for charity.

Take on a 6.7 km loop at Wyre Forest with Lone Wolf Birmingham, running one lap each hour and as many laps as you like up to 24 hours. Wooden trophies and medals await finishers, with a cafe and relaxed event atmosphere.

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.

Run the Cotswold Way Century, 102 miles of scenic, very hilly trail from Chipping Campden to Bath. Take up to 32 hours with aid stations, live tracking and a buckle for finishers.

Run a scenic 47 mile route from Chipping Campden to Painswick along the Cotswold Way, with rolling hills and varied trails. Support stations, live tracking and a finishers medal help you tackle the 15 hour challenge.

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the High Peak 40, a scenic 40 mile ultramarathon around Buxton blending trail and road terrain. Expect a challenging, well supported course with a 14 hour time limit for an unforgettable autumn test.

Run along the scenic, traffic free Tissington Trail from Parsley Hay to Ashbourne across two days of half marathons, with a gentle downhill and mixed terrain. Enter one or both days for a bespoke medal, photos and race day support.

Run the Three Towers Ultra across the West Pennine Moors, passing Jubilee, Rivington and Peel towers in a demanding unmarked course. Expect checkpoints, tracking and finisher kit while navigating moorland trails near a military range.

Run scenic countryside trails at the Clipston Trail Half Marathon and Country 5 Miler, starting from Clipston Recreation Ground. Enjoy rolling hills, a homemade cake at the finish and the feel good factor of supporting local playing fields.

The Bronte Half Marathon on 20 September 2026 is a hilly 13.1 mile trail race through atmospheric Bronte Country between Haworth and Hebden Bridge, limited to 200 runners and organised by Sue Ryder. Enjoy great scenery, finishers get pie an..

Join the Yorkshire Weekend Saunter in Brighouse on 20 September 2026 for a relaxed run, jog or walk along scenic Yorkshire routes. Choose 5K, 10K or a half marathon and enjoy a jumble medal, hot food and a post race drink.

Five Trig Points is an autumn fell and trail run from Castleshaw Centre in Delph, about 18 to 19 miles with around 3,000 ft of ascent as you visit five trig points. The unmarked route rewards navigation skills and offers wild moorland views..

Take on the scenic Cheshire Ring 100 Mile ultramarathon on 26 and 27 September 2026, part of the GB Ultras series. Expect tough but rewarding canal and countryside terrain with a well organised, permit backed race.

Scenic trail runs around Otley, West Yorkshire visiting seven reservoirs and landmarks like Stainburn Forest and Almscliffe Crag. Choose 13, 20 or 32 mile routes for a rewarding, rugged day on trails.

Malham Charity Relays on 27 September 2026 is a friendly, all ages relay with mixed teams formed on the day. A punchy 1.1 km loop up Cawden Hill and back to the Lister Arms, entry £3 with all proceeds to charity.

A challenging 10 km uphill only race from Ruthin to the Jubilee Tower on Moel Famau, finishing above 550 m with sweeping hilltop views. Open to walkers and hill runners, it pairs a tough ascent with a memorable mountain finish.

Event details The East Coast "Chuffer" is an off-road running event based at Peasholm Park, Scarborough (N Bay Promenade, YO12 7TR; What3Words ///unions.awards.lists). The route follows the old railway line known as the Cinder Tra..

Experience The Drop in Manchester: blindfolded participants are driven to a secret drop off and must navigate back on foot over 10 or 15 miles as the crow flies. No GPS allowed, live tracking keeps it safe and competitive.

Push your limits at Loop Til You Drop Backyard Ultra at Turvey House. Run a 6.7 km loop each hour, starting on the hour, and see who lasts longest; single, paired and 7 Hour Max entries welcome.