Trail Running calendar near Liverpool 2025-2026

The Nidderdale Road to Nowhere is a challenging 30.4 km (18.9 miles) fell and trail running event held in Upper Nidderdale, Yorkshire Dales, England. Starting and finishing at Scar House Reservoir, the course ascends over Little Whernside and traverses the Great Whernside plateau ridge, passing thro..

The La Sportiva Lake District Mountain Trial, held at Side Farm in Patterdale, is a challenging fell running event testing mountaineering skills, stamina, and navigation over difficult and often dangerous terrain. Established in 1952, it is the longest-running event of its kind in Great Britain. The..

The Yorkshireman Off Road Marathon and Half Marathon, organized by Keighley & Craven AC, is a popular annual off-road running event held in the scenic Brontë Country near Haworth, UK. The full marathon covers 26.2 miles with 3,065 feet of ascent, while the half marathon spans 14.8 miles with 1,750 f..

The East Coast "Chuffer" is a scenic trail running event held in Scarborough, starting from Peasholm Park and following the historic Cinder Track. The race offers multiple distance options including 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, 20 Mile, and Marathon, catering to a wide range of runners. The off-road cour..

The Clowbridge 5k is a trail running event held near Clowbridge Reservoir, off the Pennine Bridleway in Burnley, UK. The course is a fast and flat 5-kilometer route with only 25 meters of elevation gain, consisting of two laps around the trail path starting from the Rossendale Valley Sailing Club. O..

The Peak District Challenge is a scenic trekking and running event held in the Peak District, starting and finishing in Hathersage. It offers five distance options catering to various skill levels: 25km (Copper), 50km (Bronze), 75km (Silver), 100km (Gold), and an intense 100-mile challenge to be com..

The Ranger Ultras Yorkshire Pen-Y-Ghent 50k is a 50-kilometer ultra running event set in the inspiring North Yorkshire landscape. Starting and finishing at Hawes Market House, the course follows classic limestone trails, including the historic Cam Road and a summit of Pen-y-Ghent, with a total ascen..

The Tissington Trail Half Marathon Weekend is a scenic running event held in Ashbourne, Derbyshire, along the disused railway line from Parsley Hay to Ashbourne. Covering a 13-mile (half marathon) multi-terrain course with a slight downhill gradient, the race offers stunning views of the Derbyshire..

The Three Shires Fell Race, organized by Ambleside AC, is a challenging fell running event held in the Lake District, starting and finishing at Tilberthwaite Farm. The race covers 22 km (12.4 miles) with a climb of 1535 meters (4003 feet) over a new route introduced in 2025. The course includes chec..

The Holcombe 10 is a scenic running event held at Hare & Hounds in Holcombe Brook, Ramsbottom. Participants can choose between a 10K or 10 Mile race, both showcasing the National Trust's conservation efforts across Holcombe Moor. The course features challenging terrain including steep climbs to Peel..

The Abersoch Half Marathon is a scenic 13.1-mile race held in the charming seaside village of Abersoch on the Llyn Peninsula, North Wales. The course primarily follows roads through the villages of Llanengan, Llangian, and Sarn Bach, culminating in an exhilarating final kilometer along Abersoch Beac..

The High Peak 40 is a 40-mile ultramarathon held in the Peak District, starting and finishing in the scenic town of Buxton. After an eight-year hiatus, the event returned in 2024 and is set for 2025. The challenging course features a mix of trails, paths, and roads, passing through notable landmarks..

The Longridge Lamplight Trail Run is a night-time trail running event held on the footpaths and trails of Longridge Fell, near Longridge, UK. Participants can choose between 10 km and 20 km distances, navigating challenging terrain primarily in the dark, making headtorches and trail shoes mandatory...

The Great Whernside Fell Race, organized by Wharfedale Harriers, is a challenging 4-mile event with a 1,558 ft ascent. It starts from Scabbate Gate in Kettlewell, ascending to the summit of Great Whernside before returning to the start. The course begins on grassy tracks and paths through fields, th..

The NAV4 LiAD Recce from Helvellyn to Ambleside is a guided recce event hosted by Joe Faulkner and the NAV4 team on behalf of Durty Events. Taking place in the Lake District, this 11-mile route features approximately 6,000 feet of ascent, covering key sections including Helvellyn, Fairfield, and the..

The The Brutal Extreme Triathlon will take place in Llanberis on Saturday 20 September 2025.

The Yorkshire 3 Peaks 70/100km Ultra is a celebrated trail running event held in North Yorkshire, starting and finishing at Hawes Market House. The original 70km route covers the iconic Yorkshire Three Peaks—Whernside, Ingleborough, and Pen-y-Ghent—over classic limestone trails with 2185 meters of a..

The Brown Clee Burn is a challenging 11-kilometer multi-terrain running event held in Stoke St Milborough, UK. Featuring steep technical climbs, long descents, and stunning views, the course offers a demanding yet rewarding experience for runners. The event starts and finishes at the village hall, w..

Peak Raid Race 1 – Edale is a fell running event held in the Peak District, featuring challenging terrain including hills, moors, and dales around Edale. Participants have three hours to navigate and select their own routes to collect points by visiting controls, emphasizing route choice and navigat..

The Cannock Chase Trail Runs take place in the scenic Cannock Chase Forest, north of Birmingham, designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The event offers 5km and 10km trail runs suitable for all abilities, with no cut-off times, encouraging participation at any pace. The forest provides..