Trail Running calendar near Macclesfield 2025-2026

Challenge yourself on the Great Longstone Chase, a classic fell race in the Peak District with 4.8 miles of rugged trail and 290 m of climb. Limited to 200 pre entered runners, the event also offers junior races and post race refreshments.

Enjoy a scenic 10 km trail around Malham, passing Malham Cove and Malham Tarn, with a big climb to Weets Top and a long descent to the finish. Entries include a post race meal, a bottle of beer and event goodies for a festive finish.

Event overview Heights Ultra Trail is a charity running festival based at Colne Valley High School, Gillroyd Lane, Linthwaite, Huddersfield HD7 5SP. The event offers four marked races: 50 Mile 50 KM 27 KM 10 KM The event raises funds for..

Groovy Baby Love is a Peak District fell race from Hayfield Scout Hut on Sat 5 Sep 2026, 16 km with 675 m climb across unmarked ground. Mandatory kit and navigation skills required; pre entry and day entries available.

Tackle the epic 102 mile Yr Wyddfa Snowdon Ultra, a self navigation race through Snowdonia on 5 September 2026 with a 42 hour limit. Mountain experience and solid map skills are required for this tough, remote challenge.

Tackle a 45 mile mountain ultramarathon in Snowdonia, summiting Yr Wyddfa and crossing iconic peaks for spectacular but demanding terrain. Limited to 500 entrants, this scenic challenge rewards grit and mountain skill.

Join the 50th Bullock Smithy Hike in Hazel Grove on 5 to 6 September 2026. This classic circular 56 miles challenge welcomes hikers and ultra runners for a scenic, rewarding weekend.

Run a scenic half marathon in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, winding past Malham Cove and Malham Tarn and climbing to Weets Top before a long descent with sweeping views. Part of the Due North Trail Trilogy, it pairs stunning scenery wit..

Run the rugged beauty of the Shropshire Hills at Battle of the Borders, starting from Carding Mill Valley and tackling the dramatic Long Mynd ridges. Choose marathon, half marathon or 10K on waymarked, scenic but rewarding trails.

Join the Longshaw Sheepdog Trial Fell Race on Sat 5 Sep 2026 for a scenic Peak District challenge alongside the sheepdog trials. The 7.1 km course climbs 236 m, is pre entry only and capped at about 200 runners, with trials entry included.

Join the classic Burnsall Fell Race in the Yorkshire Dales for a short but fierce hill test, with a steep climb to a cairn and a thrilling edge descent. Entry on the day for seniors is £5.

The Exterminator is a rugged 17 miles fell race in the Peak District from Totley AC pavilion, across moorland, woods and village paths. Strong navigation and mandatory kit are required; bring your own bottle or cup for two water stations.

Take on the Stretton Skyline, a scenic yet demanding 30.5 km fell race around Church Stretton with 1357 m of climb and panoramic Shropshire Hills views. Pre entry only, finishers enjoy a tasty goody bag.

The Montane Dragon's Back Race will take place in Conwy from Monday 7 September 2026 to Friday 11 September 2026.

Enjoy a Peak District fell race at Oxspring Playing Field, a punchy 6.2 km course with 190 m of ascent through scenic terrain. On the day entries welcome for a modest fee and the event is part of an eight race series.

Robin Hood 100 is a scenic 100 mile trail ultra from Retford that follows the Chesterfield Canal into Sherwood Forest, looping past Creswell Crags, Clumber Park and historic estates. Limited to 150 runners and fully supported, it is a class..

Take on the Leeds Country Way In A Day, a 100 km loop around Leeds on waymarked trails that showcase West and North Yorkshire views. Mostly rural with checkpoints, aid stations and a finisher medal for completing the full circuit.

Ultra X England is trail running from Edale in the Peak District with six distances from a 12 km Dash to a 110 km two day challenge. Aid stations, camping options and UTMB Index status for select races make it ideal for adventurous runners.

Run the Nine Edges Challenge, a 20 mile off road test across Peak District moorland and gritstone with about 900 m of ascent and mandatory map and compass navigation. Finish at a pub, enjoy a free drink and help fund Edale Mountain Rescue.

Run the scenic Yorkshireman off road marathon or half across moorland, trails and woods with big climbs and stocked feed stations. Chip timing, guided reccy runs and limited entries make it a popular rugged test for trail and fell runners.