Trail Running calendar near Ilkley 2025-2026

Run into the night at Manvers Dusk till Dawn, a 12 hour overnight challenge around Wath Manvers Lake on a flat 3.21 mile off road loop. Enjoy clubhouse facilities and a medal while testing your night running skills with a good head torch.

Tackle the classic Cracoe fell race near Skipton and Grassington with rough fields, tussocks and a sharp climb to the summit. Short but fierce 4.2 km course that rewards power and grit and counts towards the BOFRA championship.

Run or walk through the historic Aske Hall estate on gentle trails that cross parkland, terraced gardens and a lakeside Roman style temple. Pick a 5 km run or walk or a 10 km challenge and enjoy finisher food amid stunning countryside.

Classic Lake District ultra races from Coniston offering 100 mile and 50 mile trail challenges across rugged fells and scenic passes. Expect demanding terrain, checkpoints and a true fell running experience for seasoned ultrarunners.

Tackle a scenic 55 km loop from Pocklington across quiet valleys, meadows and village lanes in the Yorkshire Wolds with about 4,100 ft of ascent. Expect live GPS tracking, vegan friendly aid and eco medal choices at the finish.

Test your limits at Punk Panther Takes the Hindmost, an elimination ultramarathon around Swinsty and Fewston reservoirs with 10 km laps and progressive knockouts until one runner remains. Trophies, finisher tee and medal await.

Enjoy a flat, riverside run through Leeds with the AIRE Ultra Trail and Super Trail Half starting from Piglove By The River near Granary Wharf. Choose around 45 km ultra or 22 km half, pass nature reserves, and celebrate with a local medal..

Holme Moss Fell Race on 26 July 2026 is a thrilling 28.5 km moorland challenge with 1,285 m ascent, starting and finishing at Cartworth Moor Cricket Club. Expect rough remote terrain, river crossings and mandatory navigation and safety kit.

Take on the classic Ambleside fell race near Rydal Park, a short but sharp climb to a rocky summit set in Lakeland scenery. Open to seniors and juniors with age categories, this BOFRA counter promises a stiff test of speed and stamina.

Take on the 36 mile Esk Valley Way ultra from Castleton to Whitby Harbour on 1 August 2026, running beneath the iconic abbey ruins. Expect rolling moorland, waymarked trails and full tracking for a classic North York Moors test.

Explore the limestone dales of the White Peak with the Dovedale Dipper, a friendly trail race and challenge walk based in Hartington. Choose around a marathon or about 15 mile routes and enjoy classic Peak District scenery on 1 August 2026.

She Strides is a women only 50K ultramarathon around Hebden Bridge and Haworth, winding across moorland and woodland with 1400 m ascent. Enjoy vegan friendly aid, an all female crew and a festive finish with hot food and a bar.

Run Isaac's Tea Trail Ultra Backwards, a 37 miles loop in the wild North Pennines with about 4800 ft of climb and a 12 hour time limit. Mostly self navigating, the route has checkpoints, event tracking and a finisher mug.

Join the Farleton Knott fell race on Sunday 2 August 2026 for a steep 2.6 mile 4.2 km climb and descent with rewarding views from the top. Fast and scenic, the event welcomes juniors through seniors and has on site parking for a small fee.

Run scenic laps through Elvaston Castle Country Park at the Derby Running Festival, with 5K, 10K and half marathon options on flat mixed terrain. Enjoy a themed medal, free photos, chip timed results and a lively event village.

Head to Arncliffe Village Green for the Arncliffe Gala fell race, featuring a steep climb to a summit and a thrilling return to the green and serving as a BOFRA championship counter. A separate 4 mile road race offers a road option for all..

Challenge yourself on the Cordwell Colossus, a just over 20 mile loop around Holmesfield through hilly farmland, woodland and rural trails with 840 m of ascent. Enjoy two checkpoints, post race refreshments and a commemorative medal.

Discover Farndale with Hardmoors Farndale at Hutton Le Hole, offering marathon, half and 10k trail races with limited entries. Scenic, self navigated routes and a welcoming event village make this a rewarding day on the trails.

Take on the Devil Half Marathon, a 13.1 miles trail through the Derwent Valley with 1666 ft of ascent. Finish with photography, music and a finisher T shirt plus cash prizes for top finishers.

Join the historic Eccles Pike Fell Race on 12 August 2026 for a sharp out and back from Buxworth to the summit of Eccles Pike. A compact but testing climb and descent, this local classic dates to the 19th century.