Trail Running calendar near Lake District National Park 2026-2027

Test your endurance at West Shields Farm by completing a 4.1 mile loop every hour until only one runner remains. This backyard ultra features trail and woodland tracks with team and solo categories.

Experience rugged trail running in the iconic Lake District with five course distances ranging from 9 km to 52 km. Navigate technical fells and glacial lakes starting from the historic village of Grasmere.

Classic fell race in Kettlewell, Yorkshire Dales: 4 mile route with 475 m climb over rugged upland terrain. Open to 16+ with pre entry or entry on the day, teams welcome and free parking for entrants.

Gather a team of four for this unique relay in Uppermill featuring two road legs and two fell legs. Experience hilly circuits and moorland terrain in a community event designed to bridge different running disciplines.

Tackle the Thornthwaite Round in the Lake District on 19 Sep 2026, a scenic fell race of 15.6 km with 871 m of climb across forest tracks and open fell. Friendly entries on the day and homemade tea await finishers.

Experience a unique trail run through the historic 200 acre Raby Castle estate where you can race past medieval towers and roaming deer on woodland paths. Choose between 5km 10km and half marathon distances.

Experience a hilly trail run through the heart of Yorkshire Bronte Country. This single lap event features a scenic course from Haworth to Hebden Bridge and concludes with a race memento and a hot meal for every finisher.

Enjoy a relaxed morning of running or walking through the scenic Yorkshire countryside in Knaresborough. Choose between 10K and Half Marathon distances with hot food and a finisher medal waiting at the end.

Experience a scenic trail run through the winding forest tracks and pine trees of Hamsterley Forest. Choose between a 10k or Half Marathon and enjoy chip timed results and a unique themed medal.

Experience an epic trail adventure through the UNESCO World Heritage Lake District National Park. Choose from four distances ranging from 22km to 184km connecting the region’s stunning valleys and lakes.

Experience a scenic trail run passing up to eight reservoirs and iconic Yorkshire landmarks. With distances from a half marathon to a 34 mile ultra, this event offers beautiful waterside vistas and a supportive atmosphere.

Event Overview The Cheshire Ring Ultra 100 is a 102-mile ultramarathon held on a looped course around Greater Manchester and Cheshire. The second edition is scheduled for Saturday 26 September 2026, starting and finishing at The Piazza in M..

Experience a licensed 10 km fell race starting from Orton C of E Primary School featuring 258 meters of elevation. This event includes specific junior categories and a team competition for groups of three runners.

Take on the Eskdale Show fell race in the Lake District, a scenic 6.9 km course with 277 m of climb across classic fell terrain. Open to adults and juniors, with easy entry on the day for spontaneous race plans.

The North Barrule will take place in Ramsey on Saturday 26 September 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

The Three Shires Fell Race is a 22 km mountain event with 1535 m of climbing. Starting from Tilberthwaite Farm, this classic fell race requires navigational skills and specific safety kit for all participants.

A 7 km fell race near Burnley featuring 400 meters of ascent over rough moorland and grassy descents. This flagged course takes runners to the Thieveley Pike trig point with registration at St John’s Church Hall.

A unique 24-hour trail event at Leighton Hall where you can run or walk a flat 5km loop at your own pace. Participate solo, as a pair, couple, or team for a friendly and flexible challenge. Prizes are awarded for both the furthest distance..

Explore the spectacular 1,000-acre grounds of Harewood House on these autumn trail runs. Choose from 5, 10, or 15-mile routes through gardens, woodlands, and farmland. The event welcomes Canicross runners and offers chip timing and a finish..

A BM fell race near Ilkley covering 8.1 miles with 1,214 ft of ascent over rocky tracks, forest and a mile of road. Mandatory waterproof kit is required and there are basic facilities, on course water and a finishers drink.