Trail Running calendar near Kirkby Lonsdale 2025-2026

Join the 50th Bullock Smithy Hike in Hazel Grove on 5 to 6 September 2026. This classic circular 56 miles challenge welcomes hikers and ultra runners for a scenic, rewarding weekend.

Run a scenic half marathon in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, winding past Malham Cove and Malham Tarn and climbing to Weets Top before a long descent with sweeping views. Part of the Due North Trail Trilogy, it pairs stunning scenery wit..

Join the Longshaw Sheepdog Trial Fell Race on Sat 5 Sep 2026 for a scenic Peak District challenge alongside the sheepdog trials. The 7.1 km course climbs 236 m, is pre entry only and capped at about 200 runners, with trials entry included.

Take on the classic Grisedale Horseshoe on Sat 5 Sep 2026 around Ullswater, a demanding 16 km fell race with 1525 m of climb through dramatic Lake District scenery. Entries are limited and pre entry is required for this iconic community cha..

Take on a classic fell and trail marathon around Caldbeck, summiting five Wainwrights including Blencathra. The 26.4 mile route climbs about 5875 ft, is fully tracked and suits experienced fell runners.

Join the classic Burnsall Fell Race in the Yorkshire Dales for a short but fierce hill test, with a steep climb to a cairn and a thrilling edge descent. Entry on the day for seniors is £5.

The Exterminator is a classic 17 mile fell race organised by Totley AC that tests navigation and stamina across moorland, woods and villages. Expect steep climbs, self navigation and a friendly club atmosphere for adventurous runners.

Take on the Loweswater Show fell race on Sun 6 Sep 2026 in the Lake District, starting at New House Farm, Lorton. This punchy 4.2 km with 305 m of climb is open to runners 13 plus with on the day registration and free race entry; teams welc..

Enjoy a Peak District fell race at Oxspring Playing Field, a punchy 6.2 km course with 190 m of ascent through scenic terrain. On the day entries welcome for a modest fee and the event is part of an eight race series.

Circumnavigate Lake Windermere in THE LAP, a fully way marked 47 mile trail ultra for runners and walkers with a 24 hour limit. Expect stunning lake and fell scenery, stocked aid stations and a locally sourced finisher meal and medal.

Take on the Leeds Country Way In A Day, a 100 km loop around Leeds on waymarked trails that showcase West and North Yorkshire views. Mostly rural with checkpoints, aid stations and a finisher medal for completing the full circuit.

Ultra X England is trail running from Edale in the Peak District with six distances from a 12 km Dash to a 110 km two day challenge. Aid stations, camping options and UTMB Index status for select races make it ideal for adventurous runners.

Tackle the Nine Edges Endurance on Sat 12 Sep 2026 in the Peak District, a challenging 20.4 mile fell race with stunning ridge scenery and big climbs. Pre entry required; proceeds support Edale Mountain Rescue.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell run around Helvellyn and the Dodds, a rugged 18.5 km loop with 1450 m of climbing and stunning mountain views. Open to adults with pre entry or day entry for a proper fell challenge.

The Old Crown Round on 12 Sep 2026 is a tough 36 km Lake District fell race with 2200 m of climbing across pathless open fell, so navigation skills are essential. Pre entry via SiEntries is required and teams are welcome.

Run the scenic Yorkshireman off road marathon or half across moorland, trails and woods with big climbs and stocked feed stations. Chip timing, guided reccy runs and limited entries make it a popular rugged test for trail and fell runners.

Take on the Bradley Fell Race in Bradley Village near Skipton on Sunday 13 September 2026, a punchy 3.5 mile route climbing about 230 m up to scenic Bradley moor. Friendly club atmosphere with junior races and affordable entry on the day.

Tackle classic Lake District mountain navigation in mid September with three tough courses from 15 km to 29 km and hefty climbs. Applicants are vetted for fell running experience and pre entry is required; pairs welcome on the short course.

The Spirit of Axnfell will take place in Isle of Man on Sunday 13 September 2026. You can run 32 kilometers.

Take on the Peak District Challenge 2026 in Hathersage on 18 and 19 September, choosing routes from 25 km to 100 miles. Enjoy full safety support, team GPS tracking, a finish meal and a memorable outdoor adventure.