Trail Running calendar near Liverpool 2025-2026

Join the Chasewater Easter Egg Challenge on 05/04/2026 for scenic undulating multi terrain runs around the reservoir, with distances from junior to 20k. Dress as an Easter character and enjoy a bespoke medal, free photos and prizes.

Join the inaugural Halifax Urban Trail on 6 Apr 2026, a scenic 10K from Shibden Hall across Beacon Hill into Halifax town centre. See Halifax Minster, the Piece Hall and other normally closed landmarks while supporting Overgate Hospice.

Explore the Ripon Rowel on the Punk Panther Ripon Stinger, a scenic trail run past Fountains Abbey, Studley Water and the Valley of the Seven Bridges. Pick 35, 20 or 13 mile routes with staffed checkpoints and a finisher medal.

Event overview The Calderdale Hike is an annual off-road walking and running event organised by the 24th St Paul’s Scout Group. The 2026 edition takes place on Saturday 11 April 2026 at St Peter’s Cricket Club, Sowerby Bridge (HX6 1DF). Ent..

The Summit 2 Sea - Offa's Dyke Half Marathon is a challenging spring race covering approximately 13.8 miles from the summit of Moel y Parc to the coast at Prestatyn. Runners will ascend over 2,450 feet, starting at over 1,300 feet above sea..

Run the Montane Howgills Trail in Sedbergh on 12 April 2026, choosing a 13 or 26 mile route across classic fells and lanes. Friendly atmosphere, bespoke finisher medal and on course support make it a must for trail runners.

The Llangollen Fell Race, hosted by Run Free Fell Runners in North Wales, is a popular annual event featuring two scenic routes: a challenging 17-mile course with 3000ft of elevation and a shorter 10-mile route ascending 1969ft. Both start..

Tackle 5km, 10km or a half marathon through Bramham Park's sweeping estate, historic house, statues and woodland trails. Canicross friendly with one controlled dog per runner, and all finishers receive medals and race day goodies.

Spring in Lakeland is a scenic 23 mile challenge with about 4400 ft of ascent, taking in Loughrigg Tarn, Coniston and Tarn Hows. Runners and walkers aged 14 plus are welcome to enjoy classic Lakeland trails.

Run the rugged Ogwen Valley and Carneddau skyline with challenging mountain routes, including a 40K that climbs the Glyderau ridge. Festival vibes at Plas y Brenin with on course support. Tickets are sold out.

Tackle the Pennine Bridleway in the intimate Ranger Ultras PB137km Trail Challenge, a supported 137 km mountain route across wild moors with indoor checkpoints and a hostel style finish. Capped at 20 entrants, it promises remote scenery and..

Take on MTC Gelert, a scenic one day 47 mile ultra from Barmouth to Llanidloes along National Cycle Route 8. With just 40 places, strict cutoffs and a bespoke finisher medal, this tough Welsh challenge is not to be missed.

Tackle 230 km of the Pennine Bridleway over several days and 75 hours, running from the Peak District into Cumbria. Expect wild uplands, staffed checkpoints and a small supportive field for a true adventure run.

Challenge yourself at the Burnsall Trail Half, a scenic trail half marathon along riverside paths, stone tracks and open fields with climbs that reward you with stunning 360 degree views of the Yorkshire Dales. Enjoy on route drink stations..

Join the Yorkshire Weekend Saunter in picturesque Saltaire, with 5K, 10K and half marathon routes along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. All finishers get a jumble medal and enjoy hot food and a beer or soft drink at the finish.

Join the new Burnsall 12K trail, the opening race of the Due North trilogy, for a scenic riverside run in the Yorkshire Dales. Expect waymarked singletrack, postrace food and a beer, and a friendly festival atmosphere for 17+ runners.

Challenge yourself on the Chester Ultra 100, a 102 mile trail ultramarathon weaving canals, sandstone ridges and woodlands. Live GPS tracking and a 32 hour cutoff make this a supported but serious adventure.

Join the Peak District Birthday Bash in Castleton on 18 April 2026 for scenic trail running with 70 km Full Bash or 35 km Half Bash. Proceeds benefit the Peak District National Park Foundation.

Run or walk the Shropshire Hills at the Shropshire Way 80K Festival, with options from 10 km to 80 km across hilltop summits, ancient routes and market towns. Entries are limited and proceeds support the charity Grow Cook Learn.

Run the Burnsall 12k Trail in the Yorkshire Dales, part of the Due North series on 18 April 2026. Enjoy drinks stations, a post race meal and local goodies after a scenic riverside finish.