Trail Running calendar near Lancaster 2026-2027

Kilnsey Crag Fell Race at the Kilnsey Show in the York Dales is a short, steep blast up iconic Kilnsey Crag that tests speed and nerve. The senior race is pre entry only while free junior races make it a lively family event.

Muker Show Fell Race on 2 September 2026 is a short fell race of 1.40 miles (2.25 km) with a 550 feet climb, featuring a river crossing, a climb to Fremington Edge and a finish in the show ring and counting for the BOFRA senior championship..

Evening 5 mile fell race from Whitworth over Brown Wardle, Middle Hill and Hades Hill, with FRA kit, cut off on the first climb and team competition for adults.

Challenge yourself on the Great Longstone Chase, a classic fell race in the Peak District with 4.8 miles of rugged trail and 290 m of climb. Limited to 200 pre entered runners, the event also offers junior races and post race refreshments.

A 10 km trail race in Malham on 5 September 2026 that passes Malham Cove and Malham Tarn, includes a climb to Weets Top and a long descent with views. The course is partially way marked and includes drinks stations and a post race meal.

A charity trail running festival near Huddersfield with 50 mile, 50 km, 27 km, 10 km and a junior 1.4 km run, waymarked routes, timed results and staffed feed stations.

Two linked fell races from Hayfield in the Peak District offer a 24.5 km, 1270 m ascent or a 15.5 km, 650 m option, both requiring navigation and mountain experience. Entries open pre and on the day, 200 places; full kit and map compulsory.

A 102 mile, 5,172 m elevation ultramarathon across Snowdonia on 5 September 2026 with 11 checkpoints and a 42 hour cut off. The course is self navigated and runners are tracked online via GB Race Tracker.

A 45 mile mountain ultramarathon in Snowdonia Eryri from Betws-y-Coed, with about 2800 m ascent, five supported checkpoints and mandatory mountain kit. Entry requires previous ultra and mountain experience and a minimum age of 20.

A 24 hour, 56 miles unmarked hike and ultra run in the Peak District, organised by 3rd Hazel Grove Scout Group for its 50th edition on the first full weekend in September. Checkpoints provide refreshments and finishers receive breakfast and..

The Malham Trail Half Marathon on 5 September 2026 is the third race in the Due North Trail Trilogy at Malham Show Field. The route passes Malham Cove and Malham Tarn, climbs Weets Top, and includes drinks stations and a post race meal.

A 7.1 km fell race on the Longshaw estate as part of the Longshaw Sheepdog Trials on 5 Sep 2026, using a revised route with about 236 m of ascent. Pre entry is required and the race is run under Fell Runners Association permit and insurance..

A 16 km Lake District fell race from Glenridding with 1525 m of climb, permit insured, pre entry only, and compulsory full kit for adult runners.

Trail races around Derwentwater from Fitz Park with 5k, 10k and 15k options, marked trails and varied terrain. The event features live music, local food stalls, limited water stations and event photography.

A 23 mile walk and run from Gargrave Village Hall through Malhamdale on 5 September 2026, passing Kirkby Malham, Street Gate, Boss Moor and Eshton. Entries are limited to 200 and the route must be completed within nine hours.

A 26.4 mile circular fell marathon from Caldbeck that visits five Wainwright summits, with nearly 6000 ft of ascent. Fully tracked, with two checkpoints, a 12 hour cut off, and provisions at checkpoints and the finish.

A short fell race in Burnsall, Wharfedale, featuring a steep climb to a cairn and summit run followed by a direct descent. Junior and senior races are held, with on-the-day entry and BOFRA Championship counter status.

The Exterminator is a classic 17-mile fell race demanding self-navigation over moorland, fields, and tracks. Runners must be self-sufficient, carrying full mandatory kit and their own map. It's the challenging final event in the Totley AC s..

A Category AS fell race at New House Farm, Lorton on 6 September 2026 covering 4.2 km with 305 m of climb. Entry is on the day with show entry required and junior races run alongside seniors.

A six day self supported multistage race down the spine of Wales from Conwy Castle to Cardiff Castle, covering 380 km and 17,400 m of ascent. Two day northern and southern options offer condensed sections of the same route.