Trail Running calendar near Lothersdale 2026-2027

Trail running in Blackpool on a 10K loop with longer race options, views of Marton Mere and Blackpool Zoo, drink stations and bespoke finisher medals.

Experience the trails of Manchester at the Worsley Woods 5 Mile Trail Race. Organized by Swinton Running Club, this event offers a scenic off road course starting from Beesley Green Community Centre.

Two long trail ultra options of 104 miles and 50 miles run from Dufton or Croft on Tees to Skinningrove in early October. Both routes are GPS tracked, include staffed food stations and have time limits of 40 hours and 20 hours respectively.

An uphill only 10 km race from central Ruthin to the Jubilee Tower on Moel Famau, finishing above 550 metres. After the race a short walk leads to Bwlch Penbarras for medals and an optional bus back to Ruthin.

A long trail event around Rotherham covering about 80 km (50 miles) with roughly 800 m of climb across varied paths and fields. The course is divided into eight stages with checkpoints and supports both solo runners and relay teams.

Two routes start and finish at Buxton Community School and traverse the western Peak District, passing Axe Edge, Goyt Valley and Fernilee Dam. Checkpoints, refreshments and a finish meal are provided; dietary options available.

A 35 mile circular ultra from Studley Roger that follows the northern Ripon Rowel through trail, woodland and moorland in the Nidderdale AONB, finishing with a downhill run through Studley Royal deer park. Solo and relay entries available.

Coastal off road races from Peasholm Park, Scarborough, offering distances from 5 km to marathon along the historic Cinder Track, with water stations about every three miles and a Grim Bling medal for finishers.

A club organised 12 km fell race with about 490 m of ascent around Old Town, Hebden Bridge, including a flagged section through the private Castle Carr estate. Pre-entry is required and strict FRA kit rules apply.

A cross country race in Thorpe, Derbyshire on 4 October 2026 with a 4 3/4 mile main course and a 1 1/4 mile Mini Dash for children. The routes run along field paths and include a river crossing at the Stepping Stones.

A half marathon trail race in Swaledale on Sunday 4 October 2026, starting from Grinton and finishing at The Dales Bike Centre in Reeth. The route crosses moorland and grassy paths and includes stocked aid stations plus finishers soup and a..

A moorland trail event starting and finishing in Swaledale with varied terrain, GPX and tracker provided, fully stocked aid stations and a post-race hot meal; minimum age 16 with under-18s accompanied by an adult.

This 22km trail race explores the Yorkshire coastline from Bridlington to Flamborough Head. Finishers receive a unique medal, with trophies for the top runners. The event follows UK Athletics rules and has a 3.5-hour time limit.

A junior fell running race in the Pennines for ages 6 and up. The 2 km course starts near a classic pub. Entry is available on the day.

A single-lap **5K** in Roundhay Park, Leeds, taking in the lake and a climb to the Mansion House. Multi-terrain, undulating course with chip timing, finisher medal and individual prizes; entries limited and close 28 September 2026.

A head torch trail event around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs offering half marathon, 10 km and 5 km options with a 150 entrant limit. Required kit includes a head torch and a mobile phone with the race director contact stored.

Experience an undulating off road trail run through Cuerden Valley Park. Complete as many five kilometer laps as you choose within a six hour limit to earn your finisher medal.

Test your mountain skills at the Langdale Horseshoe, a 21.1 km fell race through some of the Lake District's most challenging terrain. This classic event features over 1450 m of ascent across rocky ground and pathless fells.

An off road 8.9 km race with 267 m of climb around Tideswell. The course passes Peters Stone and reaches the Hay Cop trig point before returning to finish at Bishop Pursglove Primary School.

A 13.1 mile trail race on 10 October 2026 around Drone Valley Brewery in Unstone, Derbyshire. The route mixes forests, fields and riverside paths, includes one aid station, a finisher medal and a voucher for a free pint or non alcoholic opt..