Trail Running calendar near Ilkley 2026-2027

Hebden Sports is a classic BOFRA fell race on August Bank Holiday Monday. Juniors and seniors tackle a steep, technical course starting from the show field. The event includes several age group races and takes place in the Yorkshire Dales.

Join the Dark Side Of The Combe on Mon 31 Aug 2026 in the Lake District as part of the Black Combe Country Fair at Bootle. This 12.5 km fell race with 625 m ascent is a tough, scenic test and has on the day entry.

Take on the Barrow Keswick Show Fellrunner on Mon 31 Aug 2026 in the Lake District: a punchy 6.5 km four mile course with 425 m climb, starting in the show ring and finishing by the showfield. Entry on the day £10, ages 15 and up welcome.

This 10k fell race starts in the historic village of Eyam, featuring a scenic route over Sir William Hill and Abney Moor. A 3km junior race offers an introduction to fell running. Post race, a BBQ and bar with prizes from The Barrel Inn awa..

Kilnsey Crag Fell Race at the Kilnsey Show in the York Dales is a short, steep blast up iconic Kilnsey Crag that tests speed and nerve. The senior race is pre entry only while free junior races make it a lively family event.

The Muker Show Fell Race takes place on 2nd September 2026, featuring a 1.4-mile route with 550 feet of climb over river, edge, and fields. It's a BOFRA Senior Championship counter for runners in Under 12 to Senior age categories.

A short fell race near Whitworth, Lancashire covering 8 km with about 360 m ascent, held in early September. Entries are accepted before the event and on the day, teams are allowed, and specific kit and a summit cut-off apply.

Challenge yourself on the Great Longstone Chase, a classic fell race in the Peak District with 4.8 miles of rugged trail and 290 m of climb. Limited to 200 pre entered runners, the event also offers junior races and post race refreshments.

This 10 km trail race, part of the Due North Trail Trilogy, takes runners past Malham Cove and Malham Tarn. The route features a climb up to Weets Top before a rewarding long descent. Entry includes a post-race meal, a drink, and free parki..

A seaside trail event from Hornsea along the Trans Pennine Trail offering flat out and back routes, multiple distances and feed stations every three miles. Finishers are offered a bespoke medal and a selection of postrace treats.

A charity trail running festival near Huddersfield with 50 mile, 50 km, 27 km, 10 km and a junior 1.4 km run, waymarked routes, timed results and staffed feed stations.

Two linked fell races from Hayfield in the Peak District offer a 24.5 km, 1270 m ascent or a 15.5 km, 650 m option, both requiring navigation and mountain experience. Entries open pre and on the day, 200 places; full kit and map compulsory.

The Bullock Smithy Hike is a 56-mile circular ultra-hike or run organized by a local Scout group. Held over a weekend in September, it starts and finishes in Hazel Grove.

The Malham Trail Half Marathon is the final leg of the Due North Trail Trilogy. Runners will traverse iconic landscapes like Malham Cove and Malham Tarn, with a climb up to Weets Top offering panoramic views. The event includes a post-race..

A 7.1 km fell race on the Longshaw estate as part of the Longshaw Sheepdog Trials on 5 Sep 2026, using a revised route with about 236 m of ascent. Pre entry is required and the race is run under Fell Runners Association permit and insurance..

A 16 km Lake District fell race from Glenridding with 1525 m of climb, permit insured, pre entry only, and compulsory full kit for adult runners.

Kick off the Autumn Series with the Lakeland Trails in Keswick. Choose from 5K, 10K, or 15K trail runs starting in Fitz Park, with stunning views of Derwentwater. Enjoy a festival atmosphere with live music, local food, and a family-friendl..

A 23-mile walk or run through Malhamdale, starting from Gargrave Village Hall. The route visits several local landmarks with a 9-hour time limit. Entries are limited to 200 participants.

A circular fell marathon in the Northern Fells, summiting five Wainwrights including Blencathra. With 26.4 miles and 5875 ft of ascent, it's an event for experienced runners and walkers, offering a 12-hour cutoff.

The Exterminator is a challenging 27km fell race through varied Peak District terrain. It demands self-navigation and full mandatory kit, with a focus on self-sufficiency and route choice. The event finishes at the Totley AC pavilion, where..