Trail Running calendar near Ilkley 2025-2026

SilverBackTrails Oswiu’s Revenge is a trail running event covering approximately 10 miles in the scenic Black Hambleton and Silton Woods area near Osmotherley. Participants will navigate forest tracks and ancient paths, enjoying views of the North Yorkshire Moors and the Vale of York. The event emph..

The Blackstone Edge Fell Race is a classic fell race organized by Todmorden Harriers, originally established by Kev Shand in 1983. This challenging race, categorized as AS, covers a distance of 5.6 km with an elevation gain of 366 meters, featuring rough terrain and the iconic Blackstone Edge Trig p..

The Rudding ParkRace is a popular 10.5-kilometer trail race set in the scenic parkland of Rudding Park, Harrogate, scheduled for May 20, 2025. Following the success of previous events, this race features a challenging course that includes a mix of paths and woodland trails, culminating in a rewardin..

The Newmillerdam Quacky Trail Race 5K is an evening trail running event held at Newmillerdam Country Park in Wakefield. Participants will navigate a scenic, hilly looped course through woodlands and alongside a lake. The race features awards for the top male and female finishers, as well as trophies..

The Latterbarrow Loop will take place in Ennerdale Bridge on Wednesday 21 May 2025.

The Kildwick Fell Race, organized by the Keighley and Craven Athletics Club, is a challenging 6 km race featuring a climb of 245 meters. It is open to participants aged 16 and above, with junior races available for younger athletes. The event takes place in Kildwick, with registration at the White L..

The Panopticons Ultra is a new 32-mile trail ultra running event set in East Lancashire, designed to showcase the four art installations known as 'The Panopticons' by Mid Pennine Arts. Participants will traverse beautiful trails in the South Pennines, starting at Corporation Park in Blackburn and fi..

The Montane Trail Ultra, 20 & 10 Ullswater Way is a scenic running event taking place on May 24, 2025, starting and finishing at Jenkins Field in Glenridding. Participants can choose from three distances: the Ultra at 33.5 miles, which includes the Lowther and Dalemain loops; the Trail 20 at 21.5 mi..

The Hutton Roof Crags Fell Race is a traditional fell running event, marking its 39th edition, covering a distance of 7 miles (11.2 km) with an ascent of 400 meters. The race takes participants through the scenic Hutton Roof Crags and Farleton Knott, requiring navigation and the negotiation of three..

The Whinlatter Forest Half Marathon and 10K, scheduled for May 2025, offers a challenging trail running experience set in the stunning Lake District. Participants can enjoy breathtaking views while navigating tough routes primarily on firm trail paths with significant elevation. The event features a..

Woohoo It's Hornsea is a popular trail running event organized by It's Grim Up North Running, set along the scenic Trans Pennine Trail in East Yorkshire. Participants can enjoy a variety of distances, including 5K, 10K, half marathon, and marathon, all featuring a flat terrain ideal for runners of a..

The Charlesworth Chase is a challenging running event organized by Wharfedale Harriers, featuring a 5.2-mile course with a 1200 ft ascent. The race starts at the Craven Arms in Appletreewick, leading participants to Simons Seat and back. The route includes a mix of road, fields, and forest paths, cu..

The Goole Riverbank Challenge 10k is a popular running event scheduled for May 25, 2025, in Goole, East Riding. This race features a predominantly flat, multi-terrain course that begins along the Ouse riverbank, winds through Hook village, and returns to the start/finish line. It is an ideal choice..

The Coniston Gullies is an exhilarating fell race organized by the British Open Fell Runners Association (BOFRA), designed for adventurous runners. This challenging event features a short distance of 1.00 mile (1.60 km) with a significant elevation gain of 900 feet (270 meters), making it a true tes..

The Austwick Amble Fell Race is a scenic 13km loop set in the stunning Yorkshire Dales National Park, featuring the breathtaking views of Crummockdale. This event is designed for runners of various abilities, with a total elevation gain of 365m (1200ft) and a well-marked route. It coincides with the..

The Ilkley Trail Race is a popular multi-terrain running event held in Ilkley, West Yorkshire, featuring a scenic 6.9-mile out-and-back course with 810 feet of elevation gain. Participants will enjoy stunning views of the Wharfe Valley and Ilkley Moor while navigating through tracks, woodlands, fiel..

The Nicky Nook Fell Race is a midweek running event set in the scenic surroundings of Scorton and Nicky Nook near Garstang. The race covers a distance of 5 miles (8 km) with an elevation gain of 1000 feet (310 m). Participants are required to carry mandatory safety equipment, ensuring a safe experie..

The Hardmoors 160 is an ultramarathon event scheduled for May 30, 2025, covering a challenging distance of 160 miles with an ascent of 22,000 feet. Starting at Sutton Bank, the race follows the Cleveland Way and the Tabular Hills Route, culminating at Helmsley. Participants have 50 hours to complete..

The Stickle Grind 650 is a challenging vertical race set in the stunning Lake District, featuring a 2.4km uphill course with a demanding 650m ascent to the summit of Harrison Stickle. This event tests participants' endurance and lung capacity, making it a true struggle of will. Runners can enjoy a f..

OMM Lite is an exciting outdoor event taking place in the Grasmere area, where participants are challenged to locate as many checkpoints as possible within a set time limit. Competitors can choose to participate for one or two days, either as individuals or in teams of two or three. The event emphas..