Trail Running calendar near Lake District National Park 2025-2026

The Derwent Reservoir 5 & 10 Milers is a popular winter running event returning for its seventh year, offering participants a choice between 5 or 10-mile routes around the scenic Derwent Reservoir, located on the border of Durham and Northumberland. The courses feature a mix of terrain, including fi..

Saddleworth Res's is a challenging off-road running event held around the moorlands and valleys near Saddleworth, Oldham. Participants can choose from 5, 10, or 15-reservoir routes, covering distances of approximately 25 km, 44 km, or 60 km, with significant elevation gains and rugged terrain includ..

The Two Crosses Circuit will take place in Greenmount on Sunday 8 March 2026.

The CBTE Morland 'Marathon' is a 30-mile trail ultra event suitable for runners and walkers, taking place in the scenic Eden Valley near Penrith. The route features mixed terrain, including off-road sections, with 3,000 feet of elevation, hugging the Pennines and the Howgills. Participants will pass..

The Tyne Bridges to Boundaries Ultra is an exciting 34-mile running event set to take place in Newcastle Upon Tyne. Inspired by the Audax spirit of cycling, this ultra marathon encourages participants to challenge themselves while enjoying the scenic beauty of the region. The event emphasizes person..

The Haworth Hobble is a challenging 32-mile running event organized by the Keighley and Craven Athletics Club, set in the scenic gritstone moors surrounding Haworth, Todmorden, and Hebden Bridge. Participants face a total ascent and descent of 4,400 feet, making it a demanding course that requires n..

The Link Challenge is a 20-mile trail run or hike set in Bury, UK, showcasing the area's six historic villages: Nangreaves, Holcombe, Hawkshaw, Affetside, Ainsworth, and Greenmount. Participants can enjoy the scenic route while engaging with fellow adventurers, with the option of being guided throug..

The Buttermere Trail Race is a scenic 20-kilometre running event set in the picturesque Buttermere Valley, Cumbria. This circular route takes participants around the stunning shores of Buttermere and Crummock Water, offering a mix of terrains including lakeshore trails, rocky paths, and grassy track..

The Canalathon-Ultra Running Festival is an exciting event taking place along the scenic Rochdale Canal, featuring various race distances including 100km, 50km, Half Marathon, and 10km. Participants will enjoy a flat, well-maintained course that allows for fast times, with minimal elevation and no n..

Lakes Traverse® 2026 is a challenging 100km ultra marathon taking place across the Lake District National Park, following Wainwright's Coast to Coast route. The event starts at St Bees Seafront and finishes in Shap, offering participants a scenic yet demanding course with approximately 3,500 meters..

The Grasmere Wild Trail Runs is an annual trail running event held in the scenic Lake District, specifically in Grasmere. Taking place over two days in March 2026, the event features a variety of routes, including a 10km and a 5km trail run, renowned for their stunning landscapes around Grasmere Lak..

The Northern Traverse® 2026 is a challenging 300km self-supported ultra marathon following Wainwright’s Coast to Coast route from St Bees to Robin Hood’s Bay in England. Taking place from March 28 to April 1, 2026, the race traverses the north of England through three national parks, featuring iconi..

The Dales Traverse® is a 55km ultra marathon following Wainwright’s iconic coast-to-coast route from Kirkby Stephen to Richmond. Held in England, the event traverses the North Pennines and Yorkshire Dales National Park, passing notable landmarks like the Nine Standards. It offers a challenging yet s..

The Moors Traverse® is an 80km ultra marathon following Wainwright’s iconic coast-to-coast route from Ingleby Cross to Robin Hood’s Bay in North Yorkshire. The event takes participants along the stunning northern edge of the North York Moors National Park, weaving through scenic landscapes and rugge..

The Manchester to Liverpool Ultra 50 is a supported 50-mile ultramarathon following the Trans-Pennine Trail, Manchester Ship Canal, and River Mersey, starting at the Imperial War Museum North in Manchester and ending at the North End Sports & Social Club in Liverpool. The race features a well-marked..

The Stanhope Trail Races, organized by Greener Miles Running, are outdoor trail running events set in the scenic North Pennines of County Durham, England. Taking place at Stanhope Showground, the races showcase the area's stunning landscapes, including heather moors, dales, rivers, and historic site..

The Summit 2 Sea - Offa's Dyke Half Marathon is a challenging spring race covering approximately 13.8 miles from the summit of Moel y Parc to the coast at Prestatyn. Runners will ascend over 2,450 feet, starting at over 1,300 feet above sea level, along the scenic Offa's Dyke National Trail. The cou..

The Ranger Ultras PB137km Trail Challenge is an exciting trail running event taking place along the Pennine Bridleway. Participants will tackle a challenging 137km course within a 50-hour time limit, featuring runnable trails and stunning scenery across West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire moors, and Cum..

The Calderdale Way Ultra is an off-road running event held on April 25, 2026, featuring two race distances: 50 miles and 30 miles. The 50-mile route begins and ends in Heptonstall, passing through scenic moorlands, woodland trails, and towns such as Todmorden and Old Town, with aid stations along th..

The Lap is a 45-mile ultra trail race around Lake Windermere in the Lake District, England. It is open to both runners and walkers, offering a fully marked course with generous cut-offs, making it accessible for beginners and experienced racers alike. Participants have 24 hours to complete the circu..