Trail Running calendar near Kirkharle 2026-2027

Join Lakeland Paws Dogs at Dodd on 9 May 2026 for a scenic canicross across forest trails with steep descents and lively climbs, chip timed over 5K and 8K. Run with or without your dog and soak up the friendly vibe of a double header weeken..

Take on the classic Fairfield Horseshoe fell race in the Lake District on 9 May 2026, starting and finishing at Rydal Hall. This scenic but demanding 14.5 km course climbs 914 m, offering epic views and a tough fell running challenge.

Join the Saltire Trail Races in Athelstaneford on Saturday 9 May 2026 for scenic 2 km, 5 km and 10 km farm trails at Kilduff Farm. Family friendly fun and village fair treats raise funds for Athelstaneford Primary School.

Join Hardmoors 26.2 White Horse at Sutton Bank on 10 May 2026 for three rugged trail courses that require self navigation and strong climbing. Entries are limited to 250 so expect a bold, backcountry challenge.

Join the Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Double Header on Sunday 10 May 2026 for scenic, dog friendly trail runs around Seat How with 5 mile and 3 mile route options. Marked forest trails, chip timed results and season prizes await.

Tough, scenic fell race in Bilsdale, North York Moors on Sun 10 May 2026. About 11.3 miles with 950 m of climb across classic moorland terrain. Enter on the day; expect limited parking so please car share.

Take on the classic Latrigg fell race in Keswick, Lake District on 13 May 2026, a short but steep 3 mile climb with great views. Entry is available on the day for a small fee on a fully flagged route for runners aged 13 and up.

Tackle the Caw fell race in the Lake District on Wednesday 13 May 2026, 9.3 km with 550 m climb from Broughton Mills. Day of race entry, great views and a classic fell running challenge for all abilities.

Evening trail runs at Constable Burton Hall offer 5 km or 10 km routes through woodland and fields with a memorable stream crossing. Finishers' food and a bar create a relaxed post race social.

Take on the Sedbergh Fell Race on 16 May 2026 for a stiff climb up Winder and a thrilling descent back to The Showfield. Senior and junior races welcome with entries available on the day.

Old County Tops is a Lake District fell race at New Dungeon Ghyll in Great Langdale on 16 May 2026. Expect a long, demanding 59 km mountain course with 3050 m of climb, raced in pairs for a thrilling test of endurance and navigation.

Join Oswiu’s Revenge, a scenic 13.2 mile trail half through Black Hambleton and Silton Woods with sweeping North Yorkshire Moors views. Limited to 50 runners, the technical course rewards finishers with a bespoke medal.

Take on scenic trails around Derwent Reservoir in County Durham, choosing 5 km or 10 km routes that wind along firm paths, grass and woodland. Canicross friendly with live chip timing, medals, merchandise and finishers snacks.

Challenge the Latterbarrow Loop fell race in the Lake District on Wednesday 20 May 2026, a punchy 4.8 km loop from Cold Fell Gate with 250 m of climb. Entry on the day is £5, places limited to 100 and every finisher gets a prize.

Kick off the Dun Holm Challenge in Durham with a 7 hour time challenge along the River Wear and Cathedral views. Choose any distance from 5 km to ultra, earn a Durham medal and enjoy aid stations with vegan options.

Join Day 2 of the Dun Holm Challenge, a 7 hour timed run around the River Wear with flat laps and Cathedral views. Choose from a 3 km finisher up to ultras and 50 km, with aid stations, toilets and vegan options.

On 23 May 2026 tackle the iconic Weekend 9 SAS final test on the Howgill Fells, a rugged 25 km out and back with about 1500 m of ascent. Fully waymarked and self sufficient, with kit checks, a finishers patch and a pint at the pub.

Take on scenic Hutton Roof Crags Fell Race near Kirkby Lonsdale, an 11 km challenge with about 400 m of climb over crags and Farleton Knott. Navigation is required so bring map and compass and advance entry is required.

Take on a scenic trail half or 10K through Whinlatter Forest in the Lake District, with sweeping views over Keswick, Skiddaw and Derwentwater. Expect rugged trails, big climbs and fast descents and bring a dog on lead if you like canicross.

A short but testing fell race in Coniston, about 1.6 km with roughly 270 m of climb, featuring a steep ascent and a scree descent. It is a BOFRA counter with on the day entry and races for junior categories.