Trail Running calendar near Liverpool 2026-2027

Montane Winter Spine is a non stop 268 mile winter ultra along the Pennine Way from Edale to Kirk Yetholm with a 168 hour cutoff. Limited to 150 runners, it demands serious fitness and winter mountain experience.

Join the Skipton Sweetie Skedaddle on 11 January 2026 for scenic towpath and park runs along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal and Aireville Park, with distances from 5 km to ultra. Finishers receive a bespoke medal plus sweets, chocolate and c..

The Trigger Fell Race is a tough 33 km fell run across Black Hill, Bleaklow and Kinder from Marsden to Edale in the Peak District, climbing 1650 m. Entries are limited and profits go to Woodhead Mountain Rescue Team.

Explore Cannock Chase in this 26.5 km off road fell race from Milford Hall Cricket Club, featuring scenic trig point navigation. The unmarked course tests route finding and stamina, with post race refreshments at the club.

Run Delamere Forest on 11 January 2026 across wide trails and singletrack, mostly flat with a final climb up Old Pale. Pick the 10 km or 13.1 mile route and enjoy electronic timing, finish drinks and a custom finisher's medal.

Take on The Lamb's Longer Leg in Hayfield, Peak District on Sunday 11 Jan 2026, a scenic but testing 5 km course with 305 m of climb. Entry is by pre entry only and parking is limited; teams are welcome.

Take on winter fell at Giggleswick School on 11 January 2026 with a testing 6.2 km course and 135 m of climb to challenge your trail legs. Advance entry via Helm Hill is required and juniors are welcome to join shorter races.

Join the MDOC Night Street League for a fun, timed score event through Cheadle Hulme using MapRun on phone or watch with paper backups and help on hand for newcomers. Pick 75, 60 or 40 minute formats and register from 5.30pm at The Kenilwor..

Run Punk Panther Green Gateways in Otley on 17 January 2026 for scenic off road trail running through the Green Gateways and Meanwood Valley corridors. Distances of 14.0 miles, 20.0 miles or 34.1 miles, limited entries and finisher T shirt.

Tackle Hebden 2026 in Mytholmroyd on 17 January with 15 or 22 miles of demanding winter terrain and big climbs. Enjoy on route refreshments and a warm finish but bring winter kit and navigation skills.

Night recce from Ambleside to Coniston covering 16 miles along the Lakeland 50 and 100 route. Full kit required and checkpoints have cut off times; coach transport, medical support and refreshments are included for confirmed entrants.

Join the Manchester Doughnut Dash at Hardy Farm for a multi lap run along the River Mersey towpath with Krispy Kreme doughnuts on course. Choose from 5 km to ultra distances, enjoy a medal, and support Rescued Kitties Charity.

Green Gateways is a trail run around Leeds on the Greenway and Meanwood Valley Trail, threading near city parks and green spaces. Pick 14, 20 or 34 mile routes with checkpoints and trackers for a rewarding urban trail adventure.

New mid winter pairs fell race in the Peak District, starting and finishing at Hathersage Primary School this January 2026. Tackle a rugged 24 km route with about 800 m of ascent, mandatory winter kit and stay together rules for a true team..

Stanbury Splash on 18 January 2026 at Penistone Hill Country Park is a 12 km fell race with about 400 m of ascent across moorland, stream crossings and muddy climbs. Expect rugged scenery, winter kit requirements and a friendly Woodentops s..

Explore Eyarth Rocks and Graig Wyllt on a guided 12 km trail run from Pwll Glas, with varied terrain and gentle climbs. Multiple group stops for views make this a social, scenic run ideal for nature lovers.

Enjoy a classic 4 mile fell race around Whitestones in the Lake District, with scenic climbs and a fully flagged course in the Helm Hill Winter League. Pre entry or pay on the day and junior races for U10 to U16 are included.

Explore scenic canal and riverside trails at the Kirkstall Calverley Cutter and Kirkstall Bridge 10 km on 24 January 2026, with 10 km and 16 km options. Multi terrain undulating routes, marshals and water refill stations make this a lively..

Take on The Holly Challenge on 24 January 2026 in Lightmoor Nature Reserve with distances from 5K to marathon and just 50 places available. Enjoy a scenic lane route, full support and a finisher medal.

Run the Petzl Night Runner at Rivington under head torch light, choosing 10 km or a half marathon on glow in the dark trail signage. Expect rough, boggy, rocky terrain, a finisher medal and lively post race buzz.