Trail Running calendar near Lancaster 2026-2027

Tackle classic Lake District terrain at the High Wether Howe fell race on Sat 25 Jul 2026, a 14 km route with 485 m of climb starting and finishing at Stepps Hall. Entry on the day is welcome and proceeds support the Shap community fund.

A 17.8-mile AL fell race on rugged Pennine moorland with 1,285 m ascent, navigation required and mandatory kit. Entry is limited to 200, minimum age 18; the event features SI timing, checkpoints, post-race food and support for Mountain Resc..

The James Herriot Country Trail will take place in Leyburn on Sunday 26 July 2026. You can run 14 kilometers.

Tackle the Hameldon Quarry Race on 28 July 2026 in Hapton, Burnley, a lively 6.5 km trail with about 400 m of climb through Bowland terrain. Day entry only, low fees and team categories make it ideal for a spontaneous challenge.

Tackle the Fellrunner at Lee Mill Quarry, a 10km fell race with 332 m climb, offering steep scenic trails and a tough workout. Entry on the day and teams welcome make this a lively opener for the Rossendale mid week series.

Ambleside Sports is a BOFRA fell race on Thursday 30 July 2026 at Rydal Park near Ambleside. The 1.70 mile course climbs about 800 feet over bracken paths to a rocky summit and includes both junior and senior routes.

A pop up summer trail run in Skipton with a relaxed 'rock up and run' vibe. Choose from a 5k or 10k distance, with no pre booking required. Every finisher gets a quirky medal, hot food, and a drink.

Join the Heart Of The Lakes Rydal Round, a scenic Lake District fell run of 9 miles with 915 m climb around Rydal Park. Entry is on the day and the race opens Ambleside Sports; sports field admission applies.

A women's-only ultramarathon through the scenic woodlands and moorlands of West Yorkshire, starting and finishing in Hebden Bridge. Participants receive a finisher's medal and can enjoy vegan-friendly checkpoints and hot food at the finish.

Explore the Dove and Manifold valleys at the Dovedale Dipper on 1 August 2026, choosing the 26 mile Big Dipper or 15 mile Little Dipper from Hartington Village Hall. Rugged trails and classic Peak District views make this a memorable naviga..

A 37 mile loop through the North Pennines AONB from Allendale via Ninebanks Alston and Nenthead. Solo ultra or three person relay with a 12 hour completion limit, waymarked route with checkpoints and downloadable GPX.

Calderdale Crawl is a 24 mile walk or run near Halifax on footpaths that pass woods, fields and a short riverside section; refreshments are provided along the route and a meal is available at the finish.

A fell race held within the Osmotherley Show in North Yorkshire on 1 August 2026, covering 8.8 km with 320 m of climb. Entry is open to runners aged 16 and over with day registration and show admission required.

A fell race on Farleton Knott near Kendal with a 2.60 mile route rising about 750 feet. It counts as a BOFRA championship counter, includes junior and senior categories, and is held with permission of the Dallam Tower Estate.

Join the Round Hill fell race for a challenging 14.1 km course with sweeping York Dales views, starting and finishing in charming Timble village. Entry is on the day for a small fee and part of the proceeds support brain tumour research.

Crow Hill Reverse fell race in the South West Pennines on 4 Aug 2026 offers a steep 8 km route with 305 m of climb from Dusty Miller pub in Mytholmroyd. No pre entry required; join on the day for £5 and tackle a classic Pennine fell.

A new 4 mile route around Bradwell in the Peak District on Tue 4 Aug 2026 climbs 276 m for a rewarding hill challenge. Teams welcome and pre entry opens in May with on the day entries available at Bradwell Sports Pavilion.

Tackle the scenic Cracken Edge fell race in the Peak District on Wed 5 Aug 2026, a challenging 11.3 km route with 442 m of climb. Join runners raising funds for Kinder Mountain Rescue Team; teams welcome and entries available on the day.

A multi-terrain 8.8 km loop around historic Hopwood Hall on the outskirts of Middleton, organised by Middleton Harriers. Entries are limited to 200 and prizes are awarded for individual and team placings.

An evening pop up run in Rodley on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal offering 5k and 10k options, on the day entry and online entry listed, with a jumble medal plus hot food and a drink for participants.