Trail Running calendar near Kirkby-in-Furness 2025-2026

Take on the Stanza Stones 50 mile Ultra across the South Pennines from Marsden to Ilkley, passing six poetic Stanza Stones and Haworth. Rugged moorland, good support and live tracking make it a memorable fell challenge.

Join the Don't Stop Be Leafin' 5k Dash at Kiplin Hall for a crisp autumn trail through formal gardens, woodland and grassy paths. Spectator friendly, it wraps up with a hot drink and spiced flapjack for finishers and plenty of cheering spot..

Lee Mill Relays is a rugged team relay in Lee Mill Quarry, Rossendale on 30th November 2025, with four runners each tackling a flagged 10.7 km course. Expect tough wintry underfoot conditions and strict kit checks, so come prepared and read..

The Drop Kendal drops solo runners or teams at an unknown location blindfolded and challenges them to find their way back to base in Kendal. Choose 10 or 15 mile routes for a map free test of navigation and stamina.

Join the Crag Fell Handicap in Ennerdale on 6 December. This scenic 2.5 mile out and back to the summit features staggered handicap starts for a friendly, competitive fell run.

Join the Mytholmroyd Fell Race on Sunday 7 December 2025 for a challenging 6 mile route over moorland and rough tracks with about 500 m of ascent. Friendly and well marked, it is ideal for runners new to fell racing.

Sea 2 Summit Offa's Dyke is a scenic yet tough trail race from Prestatyn along the Offa's Dyke National Trail, offering Half Marathon, Full Marathon and a 33 mile Ultra. Electronically timed with a finisher medal, it promises big views and..

Join a friendly all abilities group run on 7 December 2025 at Land of Oak and Iron, Derwent Walk with qualified coaches. Interval training with hill efforts covers roughly 5 to 7 miles in about 75 minutes for fitness and fun.

Join Lakeland Paws Grizedale Growl on 7 December 2025 for scenic forest runs with views over Coniston Water. Chip timed 5K and 10K loops with individual starts make this a relaxed dog friendly event for runners with or without dogs.

Take on the Beacon Bash, a charity challenge supporting Appley Bridge Scouts and The Brick Wigan, across just over 20 miles of scenic but testing footpaths and 2345 ft of ascent. The marked route is self navigated with a mid route water sto..

Join Northwich Running Club for the Marbury Festive Fun Run on 7 Dec at Marbury Country Park, a flat 3 km loop for running or walking. Fancy dress is encouraged, Santa's Helpers will cheer you in and finishers get a Christmas medal and trea..

Join the Punk Panther Christmas Cracker in Otley on 13 December for festive trail running with 12, 19 and 32 mile options on a mystery route. Small field, lively checkpoints and a medal and event T shirt for finishers.

Moors the Merrier is a festive winter run or walk around the wild moors of Hebden Bridge, offering a challenging 21 mile circular route with stunning upland views and plenty of mud. Embrace the season by wearing a Santa hat and bringing a w..

Take part in the 20th Regular Irregular on 13 December around Holmfirth with up to three looped routes starting and finishing at Brockholes Village Hall. Walk or run, enjoy tea, snacks and a finish meal, and soak up moorland and village tra..

Take on the Cairnsmore Hill Race on 13 December 2025 in the Southern Galloway, a rugged winter fell run to the Cairnsmore of Fleet summit. Entries support Galloway Mountain Rescue Team and suit experienced runners with navigation skills.

Explore a magical 11.1 km winter trail around Stonyhurst College on the Tolkien Trail, through ancient woodlands, riverside views and historic bridges. Enjoy chip timing, medal, event village and prizes for top finishers and best fancy dres..

Join Lakeland Paws Dawn 2 Dusk at Whinlatter Forest on 13 December for a canicross endurance event where solo and pair teams cover as many 7 km laps as daylight allows. Scenic tracks, big climbs and friendly support await you and your dog.

The BigXmas Trail Festival is an annual trail running event held at Sale Water Park in Greater Manchester, blending urban and rural landscapes. Now in its fourth year, it offers three race distances: 11km, half marathon, and marathon. The c..

Join the Christmas Carol Bobble Hat Run, a 7 hour timed trail along the River Wear with cathedral views and a flat, well signed course. Pick distances from short laps to marathon and ultra and finish with a themed medal, bobble hat and good..

Join the A Christmas Carol Bobble Hat Run at Durham for a festive 7 hour time challenge along the River Wear with cathedral views. Run as many 7 km laps as you like and earn a themed medal and bobble hat.