Trail Running calendar near Kirkby 2026-2027

A short fell race at Steel End Farm, Thirlmere in the Lake District covering 4 km with 400 m of climb. Day entry is available free, minimum age 16, and the race carries FRA permit and UK Athletics insurance.

A pop up summer running event at the back of the Rodley Barge Pub alongside the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. Offers 5k and 10k races with on the day registration, a jumble medal and hot food with a drink for all runners.

Tackle the classic Eshton Moor fell race from Old Hall Farm, Gargrave: 8.3 km with 172 m ascent across rolling York Dales terrain. Entry on the day only, with junior races and a friendly club atmosphere.

A multi-terrain club race on Thursday 6 August 2026 around Care & Repair, Rowley’s Drive, Shotton, covering approximately 4 miles. Pre-entry fees apply; entrants must be 17 or older and entries are limited.

A summer trail race on the edge of the Peak District covering just over 20 miles through Cordwell and Linacre valleys. The largely unmarked route has GPX and route notes, two staffed checkpoints and medic cover.

A BOFRA fell race at Arncliffe Village Green featuring a steep climb to a cairn and a two stage descent back to the green. A four mile road race is also held on the same day.

A 17 km fell race in the Lake District with 906 m of climb, visiting Grey Friar, The Old Man of Coniston, Dow Crag and White Pike. Entry is limited to 200, minimum age 18, and FRA mandatory kit and map and compass navigation are required.

Test your limits at Temple Newsam with an 8 hour looped ultramarathon on a scenic 5km mixed terrain course. Run as many laps as you choose in a flexible and supportive environment featuring full chip timing and medals for all.

Join the Tegg's Nose Fell Race on Sat 8 Aug 2026 in the Peak District for a challenging 8 mile course with 525 m of climb and fine views. Held with sheep dog trials, this classic fell race accepts pre entries and entries on the day.

A long-established August event in NE Wales from Cilcain Village Hall offering 32 miles, 24 miles and 16 miles routes that follow the Clwydian Hills and the Offa's Dyke Path over Moel Famau. Walkers and runners are welcome.

Experience 13 miles of scenic fells and trails starting from the historic Lowther Castle. This marked course features river crossings and 1400ft of ascent with all proceeds supporting the Eden Valley Hospice.

A BS Fell Race near Uppermill in the Peak District, covering 10 km with 400 m of ascent. The course is fully flagged and marshalled, entry is via SiEntries, and the entry fee includes a chip butty at the finish.

The Boulsworth Fell Race will take place in Wycoller on Sunday 9 August 2026.

The Jackhouse Reservoir Trail Race will take place in Accrington on Tuesday 11 August 2026. You can run 5 miles.

Historic fell race in Buxworth on 12 August 2026. A short 3.4 mile (5.5 km) course with 275 m of climb, organised by Goyt Valley Striders; entries carry a fee and the event often sells out.

Take on the classic Whittle Pike fell race in the South West Pennines on Wed 12 Aug 2026, roughly 5.5 miles with 550 m of climb from Cowpe Village Hall. Entry on the day is available for £5, teams welcome and runners must be 16 or over.

Join this classic Keswick fell race in the Lake District on Wed 12 Aug 2026 for a lively 4.7 mile trail challenge with 280 m climb and a summit of Latrigg. On the day entries are welcome, fee £5 and runners must be 16 or older.

A local Darley Dale race organised by Matlock Athletic Club, featuring a short approach from the cricket club, marshalled route and a hill near the finish with views over the Derwent Valley; post-race facilities and prize giving at the cric..

A challenging fell race in the Peak District featuring 370m of climb over a 6km course. Entry is on the day at Cartworth Moor Cricket Club near Holmfirth. The route is well marked and marshalled for a classic short fell running experience.

A relaunched 5.5 mile fell race in Flagg on 14 August 2026, running off road through fields, lanes and country roads toward Pomeroy and Chelmorton with a downhill return to the village. Pre-entry £7, race-day £8.