Trail Running calendar near Liverpool 2025-2026

Silverdale Circuit 2026 is a 19-mile, undulating but runnable route that starts in Milnthorpe and finishes after a section featuring Arnside Knott and the Fairy Steps. The course takes in Dalham Deer Park, Leighton Hall, Leighton Moss Nature Reserve, Silverdale, and a technical single-track coastlin..

The Billing is a challenging winter trail race held in Rawdon, Leeds, starting at The Emmott Arms. Covering approximately 14km with around 277m of elevation, the course features a fully marked route that ascends The Billing twice, passes through Yeadon, and includes a lap around the Leeds Bradford A..

Anglezarke Amble Challenge is a West Lancashire LDWA event set in the West Pennine Moors around Rivington, Anglezarke and Turton, an area locals call the “Little Lake District.” The walk offers two distances for walkers: 16 miles (short) and 24 miles (long); runners may only tackle the long route. T..

The Winter Railway Ultra is a multi-distance trail race staged along the banks of the River Severn, on a historic disused railway line between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth in Shropshire. Racers choose from 9, 13.1, 19, 28, or 37 miles, with each 9.4-mile out-and-back lap offering steady views of the ri..

Cracoe Cracker Challenge 2026 takes place from Cracoe Village Hall in Cracoe, North Yorkshire (BD23 6LQ). Participants can tackle either a 25‑mile or 12‑mile route that explore the Yorkshire Dales and are open to walkers and runners. The event features a South loop in 2026 to accommodate previous 12..

Chester Ultra 50 is a 50-mile trail ultramarathon staged near Chester, run by GB Ultras. The course climbs about 849 metres and links the North Cheshire Way with the Sandstone Trail, taking in Helsby Hill, Delamere Forest and Frodsham. About 500 places are available, with a 17-hour cut-off.The well-..

South Pennine 24 is an LDWA event held at Dovestone Sailing Club, Dovestone Reservoir, Greenfield (OL3 7NE), on the South Pennine Moors. The 24-mile route covers about 3,900 ft of ascent and traverses a mix of wild moorland, well-graded footpaths and bridleways, offering dramatic views of the Dark P..

Cloud 9 Hill Race, organized by Congleton Harriers, is a scenic 9-mile (14.5 km) off-road hill race from Congleton to the summit of Bosley Cloud (1125 ft) and back via the Bridestones. The mostly forested course climbs about 1250 ft (381 m) of ascent and is run under FRA rules, with chip timing and..

The Loggerheads Trail 5k & 10k is a popular trail running event set to take place in March 2026 at Loggerheads Country Park. Participants can choose from three race options: a 5k Trail, a 5k Canicross Trail, and a challenging new 10km route. The courses feature a variety of terrains, including river..

Saddleworth Res’s is CraggRunner’s moorland trail challenge offering three distances: 5 Res’s (25 km), 10 Res’s (44 km), and 15 Res’s (60 km). The route traverses Saddleworth Moor, visiting local reservoirs and mixing paved paths, tracks, and boggy moorland. Highlights include the Dovestones reservo..

East Lancs LDWA’s 40th Two Crosses Circuit is a dual-distance endurance event for walkers and runners, held near Greenmount, Lancashire. The course offers 18- and 26-mile options that traverse the Western Pennine reservoirs and moors. Organized by the East Lancs group of the Long Distance Walkers As..

Back for its 5th year, Granny's Bay Challenge invites runners to Lytham St. Annes, starting at the Fylde Spitfire Memorial on the Inner Promenade. The flat, tarmac course runs 5.24 miles along the Ribble estuary and can be completed as many times as desired within a six-hour limit.A marathon distanc..

WODland - Endurorun is an inclusive trail running event taking place in Holmfirth, Great Britain, on March 14, 2026. Participants can choose from various distances, including 5km, 10km, and 20km, or take on the unique 6-hour challenge, where individuals or teams can complete as many 5km loops as pos..

Pennine Bridleway PB18km Trail Running is a low-key, great-value trail race by Ranger Ultras. The 18km loop runs from Hayfield village along the Pennine Bridleway to Rushup Edge and back, with about 806m of ascent and sweeping Peak District scenery. It’s self-navigating, aided by official finger pos..

Ranger Ultras PB50km Ultra is a 50km trail race in the Peak District, based from the historic village of Hayfield in the High Peak. The course is a grand loop along classic trails—the Pennine Bridleway, Pennine Way and Limestone Way—with about 1,840 metres of ascent and a mix of fast trails and chal..

Brynkinalt Running Festival takes place on the Brynkinalt Estate near Chirk, Wrexham. The event offers 5k and 10k races across two formats: canicross on Saturday and traditional trail running on Sunday, welcoming participants of all ages and abilities. The routes cross the estate’s private land, not..

The Haworth Hobble is a challenging 32-mile (51 km) fell running event organized by the Keighley and Craven Athletics Club. It traverses gritstone moors around Haworth, Todmorden, and Hebden Bridge in the UK, featuring approximately 4,400 feet (1,340 meters) of ascent and descent. The race starts at..

Set in the Cambrian Mountains, Nant Yr Arian Silver Trail offers Half Marathon and 10k routes, with junior distances for younger runners (0.5 mile for under 7; 1.5 miles for 7–11; 2.6 miles for 12–16). The event is run by Aberystwyth Athletic Club as a not-for-profit, family-friendly affair with ful..

Punk Panther Welcome Way is a trail-running event held in Otley, West Yorkshire, at The Bridge Church (Cattle Market Street, Otley, LS21 1RW). The weekend features distances from half marathon to ultramarathon: 13, 20, 34 and 50 miles. The course largely follows the Welcome Way, a circular route thr..

Beast of the Blacks is a three-distance trail challenge set in the Black Mountains of Wales. Starting near Llanbedr Hall, Crickhowell, the event offers 10, 20, and 40 mile routes with elevations of roughly 3,418 ft, 4,553 ft, and 9,106 ft respectively. The course is fully marked and supported by mar..