Trail Running calendar near Lake District National Park 2026-2027

Take on the Cautley Horseshoe fell race near Sedbergh on 6 May 2026, a short but brutal 7.5 km with 805 m of ascent and spectacular upland views. Entry on the day is £5 and the Cross Keys Inn will be open for post race food and drink.

Join this summer pop up run in Kirkstall with 5 km and 10 km options along the canal. Enjoy hot food, a jumble medal, and a drink at the finish with the flexibility to pay on the day.

A midweek 8 km fell race through the scenery of Scorton and Nicky Nook. Navigate 310 meters of elevation before enjoying a post race soup and roll at the local café.

A BM-category fell race in Ilkley on 7 May 2026, covering 11.2 km with 335 m of climb. On-the-day entry is available for £5 and the race holds UK Athletics insurance through the FRA.

Trail trail races at Brockholes Nature Reserve on 8 May 2026 include 10K, half marathon, marathon and an ultra with a six hour time limit. Entry fees include a £2 donation to the reserve and finishers receive a bespoke medal.

Take on the classic Pinhaw fell race across the South West Pennines, 8 km (5 miles) with 213 m of climb and rewarding views. Entry is on the day via Earby Cricket Club for a modest fee and teams of three are welcome.

A 24 hour timed challenge along the Offa's Dyke Footpath from Prestatyn, with solo and team entries, GPS tracking, six checkpoints and mandatory kit requirements. Results are based on how far each participant reaches after 24 hours.

Experience a timed canicross event in the scenic Dodd Wood with 5 km and 8 km course options. Run with up to two dogs or solo on a fully marked trail route overlooking Bassenthwaite Lake.

Choose between three circular routes of 18, 23, or 26 miles through the Colne Valley and Marsden Moors. This inclusive challenge walk and run features moorland navigation and includes snacks and a finishers meal.

Cottam Canter on 9 May 2026 is based at the UCLAN Sports Arena and uses a 5K loop along the Lancaster canal and through Haslam Park. Distances from 5K to ultra are offered, with an ultra time limit of six hours.

Navigate through 19 miles of trails and 3000 feet of ascent to reach five local trig points. This self navigated event around Saddleworth includes sections of the Pennine Way and is open to both runners and walkers.

Explore five trig points in the South Pennines on this 19 mile self navigated route. Open to runners and walkers, the event features 3000 feet of ascent and includes chip timing and finish line refreshments.

Test your navigation and endurance on this 14 mile fell race from Downham. Discover the rugged cloughs and moorland of Pendle Hill with 4100 feet of climbing and technical terrain.

Experience a classic 14.5 km fell race starting and finishing at Rydal Hall in Ambleside. This clockwise horseshoe route features over 900 meters of elevation across the scenic Lakeland fells.

The Slieuwhallian will take place in Saint John's on Saturday 9 May 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

The Lap is a fully signposted 72 km ultra marathon circumnavigating Lake Windermere. With generous support, a 24-hour time limit, and stunning Lake District trails, it's designed to be an accessible introduction to the ultra distance.

Experience a self navigated trail event at Sutton Bank with distances of 8, 17, and 28 miles. Navigate the North York Moors in this circular race series starting from the Sutton Bank Visitor Centre.

Join the final event of the Lakeland Paws season at Whinlatter featuring 5 km and 8 km trail routes. This dog friendly forest race offers individual starts and a summit climb to Seat How with no cut off times.

Avenham Amble in Preston offers 10K, half, marathon and ultra options on hard park paths around Avenham and Miller Park. Entries include refreshments and a bespoke medal; the ultra is limited to laps within a six hour time limit.

A fell running event in the North York Moors on 10 May 2026 covering 18.2 km with 950 m of ascent. Entry is on the day for cash only and teams of three are allowed.