Manchester
Trail Running Calendar near Manchester 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Manchester for 2026-2027! We've gathered 288 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
A 13.5 mile fell race with 1300 ft ascent around Calderdale, starting and finishing at the Hinchliffe Arms and visiting six checkpoints on moorland and the Pennine Way.
A 15 mile fell race on 8 November 2026 near Meerbrook with 3,700 feet of ascent across ridges, forest and a river ford, run under FRA rules with mandatory kit.
A one-hour social night trail run at Chorlton Water Park organised by Wild Trail Manchester, on hard-packed riverside trails with headtorch advice and limited loan torches.
Timed multi distance event at Hardy Farm on a flat riverside towpath with a Lucky Dip for classic medals and a vegetarian aid station supporting T1 Diabetes Research.
A 40 mile circular multi terrain trail around Warrington starting and finishing in Lymm, open to solo runners, pairs and four person relays with three checkpoints and finish support.
A five-hour backyard-style running event on a fast, flat 3km loop through Salford Quays with live timing, a DJ, on-site facilities and spectator and afterparty options.
Match Two of the Manchester Area Cross Country League takes place at Sherdley Park on 14 November 2026, forming part of the 2026/2027 MACCL season.
Category AS fell race on the West Pennine Moors above Darwen; 6 km with 305 m climb, held in memory of David Staff and raising funds for cardiac screening.
A 3-hour mountain marathon score event in the Dark Peak. Run solo or with a partner, navigating with a provided map. Post-race refreshments are included.
A 9.3 mile fell race near Hebden Bridge on 15 November 2026 across moorland with 420 m ascent, FRA-licensed and requiring mandatory kit and route navigation rules.
An 8 km night race around Hathersage with 320 m climb, limited to 250 entries; head torch and FRA kit required, £8 race only or £20 with supper and talk.
A 16.8 miles / 27 km AL fell race around Pendle Hill with a figure of 8 route, steep climbs, FRA licensing and specific mandatory safety kit.
A 5.8 mile fell race around Marsden with 1,026 ft of ascent across slabbed Pennine Way sections, boggy trails and reservoir views.
A two-day late autumn trail weekend in Edale covering White Peak and Dark Peak routes with 43 km, 50 km or both days totaling 93 km.
A continuous 200 mile ultramarathon on the GM Ringway around Greater Manchester with live tracking, ten checkpoints, mandatory kit requirements and a 96 hour cutoff.
Padfield Plum Fair fell race is a 5.5 mile event at Windy Harbour Farm Hotel in Glossop on 22 November 2026 with online and on the day entry options.
Timed 1.5k, 5k, 10k and half marathon runs around Heaton Park supporting Movember and men's health, with chip timing, medals and marked courses.
Trail races of 10K, 21K and 42K through Delamere Forest with marked routes, aid stations, chip timing and a finisher medal.
15km trail race at The Griffin's Head in Altham on 22 November 2026, listed by Accrington Road Runners; entry fee £9.20.