Trail Running calendar near Ilkley 2026-2027

Tackle the Coppice fell race in Accrington on Tue 9 Jun 2026, a spirited 6.6 km course with 310 m of climb starting from the Whitakers Arms. Day entry only means it is ideal for last minute plans and teams are welcome.

A five mile charity trail run in Epperstone on 9 June 2026, raising funds for The Brain Tumour Charity. The undulating course returns to The Cross Keys pub and offers vouchers, club prizes and course record recognitions.

Two circular off-road races around Kirkby Fleetham on 9 June 2026, with 5 km and 10 km courses that are mostly flat and fully waymarked. Entries run from 6 March to 7 June; fees are £10 and £15 and both races are open to ages 16 and above.

Experience a midweek trail run through South Yorkshire's historic Wentworth Castle Gardens. Choose from 5km or 10km routes featuring gothic landmarks, woodland trails, and a canicross friendly atmosphere.

Tackle the Boar's Head fell race in the Peak District on Wed 10 Jun 2026. This BM 8 mile course climbs 402 m from the Boar's Head Hotel, welcomes teams and on the day entries for £5; entrants must be 18 or older.

The Walsh Two Lads Fell Race will take place in Horwich on Thursday 11 June 2026.

A relaxed 10 km evening stroll from Basecamp in Kirkby Stephen to Birket Fell, featuring a fell top tasting by the Berry, Grape and Grain and a fully marshalled, flagged route with guided warmup and local hosts.

Experience trail running in the Lake District with 10km and Half Marathon routes starting from Pooley Bridge. This cani cross friendly event features live chip timing and stunning views of Ullswater.

A 268 mile non stop expedition style race along the Pennine Way from Edale to Kirk Yetholm with a 156 hour time limit. Five main checkpoints offer meals, medical support and sleeping areas; entries require a fee.

An out-and-back trail from Otley to Pateley Bridge on the Six Dales Trail, offered in 13, 20 and 32 mile distances. Trackers, checkpoint support and mandatory kit rules apply; finishers receive a medal and event T-shirt.

The Ulverston Fell Race offers a challenging fell running experience on a new course for 2025, starting from Beckside Farm. Runners will tackle a 1.85-mile route with 540 feet of climb over Flan Fell. The event on 13th June 2026 caters to m..

Test your endurance at the Manchester Backyard Ultra where you must complete 4.167 miles every hour until only one runner remains. This out and back course at Giants Seat Scout Camp challenges runners to go beyond their limits.

A timed, multi-lap event at Chorlton Water Park using a 5.3 km out and back course along the River Mersey. Runners can cover one lap up to an ultra within a seven hour limit and all participants receive a finishers' medal.

Run the 9.5 km Wincle Trout fell race in the Peak District, featuring a 320 m climb and a river crossing. The event is part of the lively Wincle Village Fete. A shorter 3 km junior race is also available.

A self-navigated fell run and challenge walk in Swaledale on 13 June 2026. The 24 mile course has a ten hour time limit, minimum age 14 and no dogs are allowed.

A **20 km** fell event near Kirkby Stephen with 730 m of ascent, passing High Pike and the Nine Standards. The mass start welcomes walkers and runners, and the course is waymarked with checkpoints.

A two-day trail running weekend in Grizedale Forest with an 8 hour relay and a 22 km race, plus camping, food stalls and talks. Minimum age 16; weekend and day ticket options with concessions for under 18s.

A new approximately 12k mainly off road race at Rother Valley Country Park on 13 June 2026, organised by Killamarsh Kestrels Running Club. The course is marked with marshals and tape and finishers receive a mug, goody bag and access to tea,..

A muddy 5k obstacle course at Thornes Park on 13 June 2026 that raises funds for Cancer Research UK. The uneven, mixed-surface route includes obstacles and hills; participants must be 13 or older and a minimum fundraising target applies.

A 5K colour run in Silsden, West Yorkshire raising funds for Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice. The undulating three lap, cross country route features seven paint stations, obstacles, a paint bag for each entrant and a finishers medal.