Trail Running calendar near Leyburn 2025-2026

Tackle the Black Night Scar fell race in Todmorden, a challenging evening run of 5.8 km with 315 m ascent under head torch light. Finish at the Hare and Hounds pub for refreshments and prize giving; pre and on day entry welcome.

Take on the Stanza Stones Winter Edition, a rugged 50 mile, 24 hour challenge from Marsden to Ilkley that visits six carved poems by Simon Armitage and climbs Ilkley Moor over 6600 ft of ascent. Live tracking, staffed checkpoints and a fini..

A rugged 50 mile ultra across the South Pennines from Marsden to Ilkley, climbing over 6,800 ft and visiting six Stanza Stones carved with water poems. Tackle moorland, historic Haworth and Ilkley Moor in summer or winter editions.

Enjoy an autumn 5k trail at Kiplin Hall, winding through gardens, woods and grassland on a compact, spectator friendly course. Warm up with a hot drink and spiced flapjack at the finish.

Take on the Baslow Bolt, a 13 km Peak District fell race with 400 m of climb on Sat 29 Nov 2025, starting and finishing at St Anne's Church. Enjoy a well marked route, post race refreshments and a village atmosphere supporting the local sch..

Tackle Kirkby Moor on Sat 29 Nov 2025 with a 10.5 km fell race climbing 490 m across classic Lake District terrain. Entry on the day is welcome and teams of three can vie for the Bob Grieve Trophies.

Enjoy the Winter Trail Runs at Dalby Forest on 30 November 2025 with scenic forest trails and North York Moors views. Choose 10k, half or full marathon with live chip timing and a finisher medal. Well controlled dogs on a lead are welcome.

Lee Mill Relays on 30 November 2025 in Rossendale is a tough team relay for four around the rugged Lee Mill Quarry, each leg a flagged wintry 10.7 km loop. Expect climbs, kit checks and a true fell running challenge.

Tackle the classic Famous Grouse Fell Race in the Peak District on Sunday 30 November 2025, a sharp 8.4 km route with 335 m of climb around Birch Vale. Entry on the day, limited field for a proper fell race atmosphere.

The Drop Kendal drops solo runners or teams at an unknown location blindfolded and challenges them to find their way back to base in Kendal. Choose 10 or 15 mile routes for a map free test of navigation and stamina.

Join the Crag Fell Handicap on Dec 6 2025 at Bleach Green Ennerdale, a steep 4 km fell with 410 m ascent and staggered handicap starts. Pre entry required, mandatory kit applies, and club AGM follows prize giving.

Take on a tough winter ultra through the wild Cheviot hills on a roughly 55 mile loop that challenges experienced runners with changeable conditions and a 24 hour cutoff. All finishers receive a GPS tracker, t shirt and medal.

Take on Rudolph's Romp, a scenic 25 mile route across the Yorkshire Wolds with sweeping views of the Vale of York and the Humber. Organised by LDWA East Yorkshire on 6 December 2025.

Take on the Really Wild Boar fell race on Sat 6 Dec 2025 in the York Dales, a 9 km challenge with 450 m of climb through classic fell terrain. On the day entry is £10 and includes soup and a roll. Register at the Fat Lamb Country Inn.

Join the Bobble Wobble Run at Hardy Farm for a relaxed off road towpath run around Chorlton Water Park with flexible rock up starts. Finishers get a bobble hat and medal while the race supports Flock and Fluff charity.

The Mytholmroyd Fell Race on Sunday 7 December 2025 offers a tough 6 mile route with 500 m ascent across classic Pennine terrain near Hebden Bridge. Pre entry and full FRA kit are required.

Join the WILD DEER running session at Land of Oak & Iron on 7 December 2025 for a 75 minute coached workout suitable for all abilities. Expect interval work, hill efforts and varied running over 5 to 7 miles with a friendly group vibe.

Lakeland Paws Grizedale Growl on 7 December 2025 in Grizedale Forest offers scenic 5K and 10K runs on forest roads and trails with views over Coniston Water. Chip timed and dog friendly with up to two dogs per runner, event is full.

The The Beacon Bash will take place in Appley Bridge on Sunday 7 December 2025. You can run 20 miles.

Join Northwich Running Club for the Marbury Festive Fun Run on 7 Dec at Marbury Country Park, a flat 3 km loop for running or walking. Fancy dress is encouraged, Santa's Helpers will cheer you in and finishers get a Christmas medal and trea..