Trail Running calendar near Lake District National Park 2026-2027

A 9.3 mile fell race on 8 November 2026 across Wadsworth moors with varied, sometimes muddy terrain. The route is partially flagged and the event requires FRA mandatory kit and map and compass navigation.

A MapRun navigation event at Barrington Hall, St John's Chapel on Sun 8 Nov 2026 with pre-entry via SiEntries and on-the-day entry. Minimum age 14 and 14 to 17 year olds must be accompanied by an adult.

Timed event at Hardy Farm on a 5.3 km out and back course along the River Mersey. Participants may repeat laps to cover distances from 5 km to ultra within a seven hour limit and receive a finishers medal.

Trail races around the Wharfedale hills near Otley offering 13, 20 and 35 mile options with marked routes, checkpoints and mandatory safety kit. Ultramarathon entrants receive a supplied tracker; shorter-distance runners can hire trackers.

A canal-side running event in Kirkstall on 14 November 2026 offering 5K, 10K and half marathon routes, finisher rewards and flexible entry options for a self-paced weekend run.

A Backyard Ultra at Hunters Greave, Leeds on 14 November 2026 where competitors run a 4.167 mile loop every hour until one person remains. Camping, aid stations and a Yorkshire goodie bag are provided for participants.

A 40 mile trail ultramarathon starting and finishing in Lymm that circumnavigates Warrington on tracks, paths and lanes. The 2026 race is on 14 November with solo, pair and four person relay entry options.

Trail event from Skelton Lake Services into Rothwell Country Park offering Marathon, 20 miles, Half and 6.7 miles. On course aid about every three miles, eco focused facilities, a bespoke medal and kebabs at the finish.

Slaley Hall Trail Runs in November 2026 stage a half marathon and a 10km at Slaley Hall Hotel near Hexham on forest and estate routes. The event uses live chip timing, is canicross friendly, and offers medals, food and free parking.

Tackle the sweeping slopes of Arnside Knott in the Dave Shinn Memorial Race, a testing 6 mile fell route with 333 m of climb. Enter on the day at Hollins Farm and enjoy cake, local camaraderie and stunning Lake District views.

A 10.5 km forest trail run around Meanwood Park and the Meanwood Valley Trail, with narrow technical sections, muddy footing and about 200 m of ascent. Finishers receive complimentary soup and optional medals or t-shirts.

A charity run at Stanley Park on 15 November 2026 supporting Breakthrough T1D. The 3.1 mile loop can be repeated for half marathon, marathon or ultra distances and finishers receive a bespoke medal.

A Category AS fell race around the West Pennine Moors above Darwen, covering about 6 km with 305 m of climb, based at The Kiosk in Sunnyhurst Woods. The event raises funds for Cardiac Risk in the Young.

Leeds MoRun at Roundhay Park on 15 November 2026 offers 1.5k, 5k, 10k and Half Marathon distances to raise funds and awareness for Movember. The event includes chip timing, finisher medals and a fancy dress competition.

A 27 km AL fell race from Barley Village Hall with 1473 m of climb, licensed by the Fell Runners Association, requiring navigation and mandatory kit. Entries open 1 July and close 31 October, entry fee £16, EOD £25 if places remain.

A 5 km fell race in Litton with about 362 m of ascent, plus a set of junior races with short, graded courses and on-the-day junior entry.

A circular fell race of 5.8 Mile around Marsden with 1026ft of ascent. The route passes reservoirs and sections of the Slabbed Pennine way and includes boggy ground.

Experience a traditional fell race near Wythop Mill featuring a 5.9 km senior route and dedicated junior courses for all ages.

A community MoRunning event at Croxteth Park offering 1.5 km, 5 km, 10 km and half marathon distances. The chip timed event supports Movember and includes medals, headbands, on-site facilities and prizes.

A 200 mile single-stage ultramarathon on the GM Ringway in Greater Manchester, held 21–25 November 2026. Limited to 150 places, with live tracking, 10 checkpoints, a 96 hour overall cut-off and mandatory kit and qualification requirements.