Trail Running calendar near Lake District National Park 2025-2026

Climb 2.4 km with 650 m of ascent to the rocky summit of Harrison Stickle in this fast and scenic vertical race from Stickle Barn. Celebrate with live music and a recycled seed medal in the race village after you finish.

Rab Scafell Sky Race: 38 km with 2800 m ascent across technical Lake District trails and summit sections. Expect rugged single track and scree, with full safety cover, tracking and feed stations to support your mountain challenge. Rab Scaf..

Run the North Leeds Skyline around Otley with 50 km, 25 km or 16 km waymarked trail routes featuring scenic climbs, checkpoints and countryside views. Friendly race HQ at Station Top makes this a perfect day out for trail runners of all lev..

Tackle a scenic 56 mile trail on the Southern Upland Way at Ultra Scotland 50, a way marked ultra through forests, valleys and hills of southern Scotland. Limited to 400 runners, the race offers supportive checkpoints and live online tracki..

Ultra Scotland 100 is a 104 mile trail ultramarathon along the Southern Upland Way, with 4,611 m of climbing and unforgettable Highland scenery. Limited to 250 runners with a 38 hour cutoff, it is a true test of endurance and grit.

Run the Great Langdale 21, a technical 21 km with 850 m ascent across dramatic valleys, tarns and rocky trails. Part of the Rab Scafell Skyrunning Weekend, it offers marked routes, a recycled seed bomb medal and festival atmosphere.

Take on the Lake District Ultra Challenge from Kendal on 6 to 7 June 2026 with a continuous 100 km loop or a two day 100 km option, plus shorter scenic routes via Garburn Pass, Ambleside and alongside Lake Windermere. Generous support, camp..

Run a scenic 50 mile timed route from Marsden to Ilkley across the South Pennines, crossing moorland, historic Haworth and six Stanza Stones that bear poems about water. A poetic 24 hour endurance test for experienced runners.

Join the classic Pen Y Ghent Fell Race in Horton in Ribblesdale on 6 June 2026, a rugged 7.6 mile course with 612 m of climb offering stunning Yorkshire Dales views. Open to adults with pre entry or day entries and team entries welcome.

Take on the classic Ennerdale Horseshoe in the Lake District, a tough 23 mile fell race with big ascent and stunning mountain scenery. Entries are limited and on the day places may be available, creating a competitive scenic challenge.

Challenge yourself at the Wharfedale Trail Half Marathon, a scenic 13.2 mile trail through the Yorkshire Dales starting and finishing at Wharfedale Rugby Club. Expect rugged footpaths, over 2,000 feet of climb and a warm club finish.

Join the BOFRA championship in Kettlewell, Upper Wharfedale on 7 June 2026 for a classic fell race. Tackle a sharp climb to the skyline cairn before a fast descent over a short scree section, with entries available on the day.

Classic Lake District fell race from Howtown Bobbin Mill, testing runners over 13.3 miles with about 1400 m of climb across rugged terrain. Entry is on the day for £8 and limited to 100 starters so arrive early.

Tackle the Coppice fell race in Accrington on Tue 9 Jun 2026, a spirited 6.6 km course with 310 m of climb starting from the Whitakers Arms. Day entry only means it is ideal for last minute plans and teams are welcome.

Tackle the Walsh Two Lads fell race in Horwich on Thu 11 Jun 2026, a lively 5.2 mile loop through the South Pennines with roughly 900 feet of climb. Expect rugged trails, friendly competition and a cash prize for any new course record.

Run scenic trails around Ullswater at Pooley Bridge Wild Trail Runs in the Lake District, with 10k and half marathon options. Expect lake and mountain views, live chip timing, medals and Wild Deer goodies for all finishers.

On 13 June 2026 Punk Panther runs 13, 20 and 32 mile routes from Otley to Pateley Bridge and back along the scenic Six Dales Trail. Enjoy reservoir views, live tracking for ultras and a lively finish with medal and T shirt.

Tackle a short fell race on Flan Fell in Ulverston, with a sharp climb, great views and a punchy out and back finish. Family friendly with junior categories, a new 2025 course and easy on the day entry make this a perfect local challenge.

Join Manorlands PaintRush, a lively 5 km colour run in Bingley on 14 June 2026 supporting Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice. Run, jog or walk three paint splashed laps with seven colour stations and celebrate at the finish with music, food and y..

Tackle rolling trails around historic Roche Abbey on 14 June 2026, with distances from 6.7 miles to the full marathon. This lapped mix of trail, road and woodland starts and finishes at the Travellers Rest in Sheffield for a scenic, well su..