Trail Running calendar near Manchester 2026-2027

Take in the scenic Yorkshire countryside at your own pace. Choose from a 5 km, 10 km, or Half Marathon distance on a weekend morning. All finishers get a medal, hot food, and a drink.

Event Overview The Maverick Peak District X-Trail is a long-distance trail running event taking place in the Peak District National Park on Saturday, May 30, 2026. The event starts and finishes at Bakewell Showground. It offers two ultra-di..

Take on the Fellrunner in the Duddon Valley on Sat 30 May 2026, an 18 mile Lake District route from Newfield Inn, Seathwaite, with big climbs and sweeping views. Pre entry only for adult runners.

Join a classic Lake District fell race on 30 May 2026 in the wild Duddon Valley, starting at the Newfield Inn in Seathwaite. The 15.3 km course climbs 915 m, offering tough terrain and stunning views for experienced runners; pre entry only.

Test yourself on a scenic fell course in the South West Pennines near Kelbrook, 5.5 km with 213 m of climb. On the day entry only, £7, with £2 parking at The Old Barn. Teams welcome and minimum age 16; no junior races.

A two-day running festival in the Lake District featuring waymarked Grasmere Gallop trail races and the navigational OMM Lite Trail Quest. Events include distances from 5.7km to a marathon, plus a Nordic walk and free kids' races. The festi..

Explore Telford's historic landscape on this new 50-mile trail ultra. The route takes in famous landmarks like Ironbridge and the Wrekin. Four well-stocked aid stations provide support along the way.

The Gerald Story Memorial Fun Run is an annual 5.5-mile trail run through Clumber Park. It honors a founding member of Worksop Harriers, with all profits going to Cancer Research. Every finisher receives a medal on the marshalled course.

Run among the deer herds of Tatton Park on scenic mixed-terrain trails. Choose from 5k, 10k, or half marathon distances for this wildlife-rich trail event. All finishers receive a medal and refreshments.

A fully waymarked 42 km trail around Grasmere and nearby valleys with about 1905 m of ascent. The event provides course drinks, a checkpoint with snacks, tracker hire, mandatory kit checks and a Langdale slate medal at the finish.

The Settle Saunter is an annual run or walk on scenic paths in the Yorkshire Dales. Choose from three distances: 10k, half marathon, or 23 miles. The community-organized event supports local and international charities.

This is a two-hour score fell race on Longstone Edge. Starting from The Crispin Inn, participants choose their own route to collect points, competing solo or in pairs. A map is provided, and FRA mandatory kit is required.

A trail event around Ullswater with three distances: 33.5-mile Ultra with extra loops, a 21.5-mile full lap, and a 10-mile finish from Pooley Bridge to Glenridding. Registration is at Jenkins Field with compulsory kit and age limits.

Run the Trunce 4 fell race in the Peak District from Oxspring Playing Field, a scenic 6.2 km route with 190 m of climb. On the day entries are just £3 and a 3 km junior race for ages 10 plus makes it great for families.

Second race of a three race canal towpath series on 2 June 2026 in Methley, Leeds. A measured flat 5 km course organised to raise funds for the Jane Tomlinson Appeal with prizes across age categories.

Take on the Hebden Bridge fell race on Tue 2 Jun 2026 in the South West Pennines, a flagged 10.4 km course with about 350 m of climb that rewards bold climbing and fast descents. Day entry and prizegiving at The Albert make for a friendly,..

Tackle Paddy's Pole fell race in the Bowland fells near Chipping, Lancs, a punchy 6 km with 336 m climb that rewards hill legs. Pre entry is required, entries limited to 140 so book early and consider car sharing as parking is limited.

Take on the Burbage Skyline fell race in the Peak District on Tue 2 Jun 2026, a scenic yet testing 6.2 miles with 280 m of climb on the new 2024 route. Enjoy classic moorland terrain and a friendly club atmosphere, with pre entry only.

Join the Calver Peak fell race on Wednesday 3 June 2026 in the Peak District for a lively 5 mile run over limestone scenery with roughly 275 m of climb. Friendly and suitable for novices, it offers a classic fell experience near Calver vill..

The Whorlton Run on Wed 3 Jun 2026 is a scenic 11 km challenge in the North York Moors from Swainby Village Hall, mixing road, fell and forest tracks with 427 m of climb. Entry on the day is available so come join the Esk Valley Fell Club S..