Trail Running calendar near Leyburn 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.

The Muker Show Fell Race takes place on 2nd September 2026, featuring a 1.4-mile route with 550 feet of climb over river, edge, and fields. It's a BOFRA Senior Championship counter for runners in Under 12 to Senior age categories.

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 seaside trail event from Hornsea along the Trans Pennine Trail offering flat out and back routes, multiple distances and feed stations every three miles. Finishers are offered a bespoke medal and a selection of postrace treats.

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.

Explore the historic Kielder Forest on its centenary with this trail running event. Choose from five distances, from a 5k to a 52k ultra, on forest trails with steady inclines. The event includes finisher medals, aid stations, and nearby ca..

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.

Enjoy a Peak District fell race at Oxspring Playing Field, a punchy 6.2 km course with 190 m of ascent through scenic terrain. On the day entries welcome for a modest fee and the event is part of an eight race series.