Trail Running calendar near Leeds 2026-2027

A clockwise 12.3 miles horseshoe around Kentmere Valley with about 3300 ft of ascent, ridge running over Ill Bell High Street and Kentmere Pike. The race follows FRA rules with required kit and strict checkpoint cutoffs.

Tackle a scenic but testing 9.7 km trail in Coniston's Lake District with 732 m of climb, part of the Coniston Country Fair on Sun 19 Jul 2026. Entry on the day is £6 or included with fair admission. Minimum age 18 and teams are not allowed..

A chip-timed *10 km* on 19 July 2026 in Goole, East Riding, running along the River Ouse and through Hook. The flat multi-terrain route included a bicentennial technical T-shirt option, bespoke finisher medal and on-course support.

A trail half marathon on the Pennine Way around Bowes, featuring dirt tracks, stream crossings, boggy sections and an exposed moorland route. Mandatory waterproofs and basic navigation kit are required and water top ups are provided on rout..

A navigational run from Chinley Community Centre to six red phone boxes that house lifesaving defibrillators. The 10+ km route uses a paper map and stamps and raises funds for the defibs upkeep and replacement.

Tackle the rugged Bowland slopes at the Hapton Fell Race, a challenging 5 miles with about 400 m of climb near Burnley. Day of entry makes it ideal for last minute plans and friendly club rivalry.

Experience a two lap trail race through 400 acres of historic parkland at Alderley Park. This five mile course features scenic views of an arboretum and lakes and includes a technical finisher t-shirt for all participants.

A mid-summer fell race in Ravenscar covering about 10 km with 250 m of climb, held at the Ravenscar tea rooms. Entry is on the day with modest fees, team competition and FRA permit insurance in place.

An evening trail event at Aske Hall near Richmond featuring 5km, 10km and a 5km walk across pasture, farm tracks and woodland. The single lap course is marked and may be muddy; basic facilities and a water station are provided.

Evening pop up races at Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve on 23 July 2026 feature 5k and 10k routes, on site parking, food and a finisher jumble medal. Payment is accepted on the day or online.

Join the Fellrunner in Sheldon on Thu 23 Jul 2026 for a spirited 4 mile village fell race across scenic Peak District climbs. Friendly entry on the day supports local funds and welcomes runners aged 14 and over.

A new trail 10 km around Clowbridge Reservoir and the Pennine Bridleway with 175 m elevation over 10 km. Marked and marshalled course, spot prizes afterwards, and funds raised for local causes.

Two Lake District ultra trail races: a 100 mile circular route with about 6300 m ascent and a 50 mile route covering the second half with about 3000 m ascent. Both use bridleways and footpaths, have staffed checkpoints, and demand strong na..

A single-lap, mostly flat 10 kilometres trail race at RSPB St Aidan's Country Park near Leeds on 24 July 2026. Entry is limited to 300 runners and on-course facilities include water stations, distance markers and toilets.

The Punk Panther Takes the Hindmost will take place in Otley on Saturday 25 July 2026.

Discover the hidden valleys of the Yorkshire Wolds on this 54 km circular ultra marathon starting in Pocklington. Enjoy a well supported route with live GPS tracking and local hospitality in a beginner friendly environment.

A fell race on 25 July 2026 marking its tenth year, Alderman's Ascent is an *8.5 km* course with over *400 m* of climb, visiting Pots and Pans and Shaw Rocks and acting as a counter for the English Fell Running Championship.

Fell race at Beetham Sports Field in the Lake District on Sat 25 Jul 2026. The course is 9.3 km with 283 m of ascent and the day includes traditional village sports and junior races on the field.

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 six-hour lap challenge in Skellingthorpe on tarmac paths along an old railway, offering distances from 5 km to ultra with on-course drinks, food, parking and finishers' medal and goody bag.