Trail Running calendar near Lake District National Park 2025-2026

Take on the Burley Moor Run in Burley in Wharfedale, a scenic 11 km (6.8 miles) test across moorland with 250 m of climb. Open to runners aged 16 plus, with entries available in advance or on the day.

Tackle a scenic but testing fell race in Dunnerdale, Lake District: 8 km with a 550 m climb over rugged hills. Pre entry only, join solo or as a three person team for a classic Broughton Mills Village Hall start.

The Narradale Fell Race will take place in Sulby on Saturday 7 November 2026. You can run 20 kilometers.

The Saturn Remembrance Run 2026 - North East takes place in Durham City at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club. This inclusive trail running event features a timed challenge lasting 6 hours and 32 minutes, allowing participants to run distances..

Join Remembrance Run 2026 North East in Durham for a scenic timed lap challenge along the River Wear, with distances from 3 km and medals for finishers. A two minute silence will be observed and two minutes deducted from times.

Soyland Moor CragRunner on Sun 8 Nov 2026 is a 22 km fell race with 440 m ascent from Cragg Vale. Expect self navigation, rough moorland and checkpoints including Stoodley Pike and Manshead Head. Full kit and experience required.

Run Bolton Abbey is a scenic trail in North Yorkshire with distances up to a half marathon on a single hilly loop through the estate. Limited to 1200 places, it raises funds for Sue Ryder and awards medals made from fallen estate trees.

Run the scenic Wharfedale Skyline around Otley and Ilkley on 14 November 2026, choosing 13, 20 or 35 mile courses past Cow and Calf Rocks and Lindley Wood Reservoir. Finishers receive a medal and event T shirt.

Join the Yorkshire Weekend Saunter Series in Kirkstall on 14 November 2026 for scenic canal runs along the Leeds Liverpool Canal. Choose 5K, 10K or Half Marathon and finish with a jumble medal, hot food and a beer or soft drink.

Rothwell Kebabathon is a friendly trail running event near Leeds offering multiple distances, woodland and riverside trails, and a standout view of the city. Finishers get bespoke medals and kebabs, with proceeds supporting the RSPB.

Take on autumn trails at Slaley Hall in the North Pennines AONB on 15 November 2026 with a Half Marathon or 10km option. Chip timing, a finisher medal, a hot drink and bacon sandwich await, and one well controlled dog on lead is welcome.

Run Arnside Knott in the Dave Shinn Memorial Race on Sun 15 Nov 2026, a scenic 6 mile challenge with 333 m of climb. On the day entry, cakes and great Lake District views.

Join the Meanwood Holly Hustle on 15 November 2026 for a scenic 10.5 km forest trail with about 200 m of climbing through Meanwood Park and the Hollies. Limited to 200 runners, expect muddy trails, bring your own water and enjoy soup at the..

Tackle the classic Tour of Pendle on Sat 21 Nov 2026, a challenging 27 km fell race across the dramatic South West Pennines from Barley Village Hall. Expect tough climbs, sweeping Pennine views and lively club competition with team prizes.

Run the Litton Birks Fell Race from the Queens Arms in Litton, a testing 5 km route with around 362 m of climb across classic Yorkshire fell. Pub registration, nearby parking and refreshments add to a lively day, with shorter junior races.

Too Cool for Pule is a scenic fell race in Marsden on 21 November 2026, starting and finishing at Marsden Cricket Club. About 9 km with 313 m of climb, the flagged route takes in reservoirs and local hills and finishes with hot food.

The Black Night Scar fell race lights up the South West Pennines on 24 Nov 2026 from Todmorden, a punchy 5.8 km course with 315 m of climb under headtorches. Entries available pre entry or on the day with teams of three welcome.

Tackle Kirkby Moor's classic BM fell race on Sat 28 Nov 2026, a 10.5 km route with 490 m of climb across stunning Lake District terrain. Entry on the day from Kirkby Community Centre, with team entries and season trophies at stake.

The Lee Mill Relay is a four person team race across rugged Lee Mill Quarry near Rossendale, with each leg about 10.7 km and 340 m of climb. Expect a tough, potentially wintery route with strict kit checks and FRA permit backing for clubs s..

Challenge yourself at the Crag Fell Handicap, a club run fell race in the Lake District featuring a short but steep 4 km course with 410 m of climb. Entry is by pre entry only and the handicap format makes for a lively, competitive start.