Trail Running calendar near Manchester 2026-2027

We have found 695 Trailruns within 80 miles of Manchester. See below where and when you can find the races.

The Dales Dazzler will take place in Skipton on Saturday 29 August 2026.

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Join the scenic Nottingham Running Festival on Sunday 30 August 2026 at Colwick Park, with distances from a 5K and junior race up to a four lap half marathon around lakeside paths. Enjoy an event village, sustainability focus, free photos a..

Tackle the Hebden Fell Race on Monday 31 August 2026 at Powder House Field for a sharp 1.5 mile challenge with roughly 400 feet of climb. Expect a steep ascent, topside running and a testing uphill finish through walls and streams.

A short, steep fell race at the Reeth Show, taking runners across fields up to Fremington Edge and back through quarry workings to finish on the showfield. Competitive and family friendly with junior and senior categories for all ages.

Join the Dark Side Of The Combe on Mon 31 Aug 2026 in the Lake District as part of the Black Combe Country Fair at Bootle. This 12.5 km fell race with 625 m ascent is a tough, scenic test and has on the day entry.

September 2026

Experience the Eyam Fell Race on 1 September 2026, a challenging 10 km route over Sir William Hill with waymarked, marshalled trails. Finish back in Eyam for prizes, a barbecue and drinks in the courtyard.

Kilnsey Crag Fell Race at the Kilnsey Show in the York Dales is a short, steep blast up iconic Kilnsey Crag that tests speed and nerve. The senior race is pre entry only while free junior races make it a lively family event.

Challenge yourself on the classic Muker Show Fell Race in the Yorkshire fells on Wednesday 2 September 2026. A short but brutal route plunges through the river then climbs to Fremington Edge for a thrilling, punchy finish.

An 8 km fell race in the South West Pennines with 360 m of ascent, starting and finishing at the Red Lion in Whitworth. Expect a steep opening climb and a rollercoaster ridgeline over Brown Wardle and Hades Hill.

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.

Tackle a scenic 10k through Malham Cove and Malham Tarn with a climb to Weets Top and a long descent. Part of the Due North Trail Trilogy, the race finishes with a post race meal and beer plus prizes and free parking.

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.

Take on the Yr Wyddfa Snowdon Ultra, an epic circa 100 mile mountain race across Snowdonia Eryri with about 5,172 m of ascent and a 42 hour cutoff. Limited to 250 runners, this self navigation ultra rewards seasoned trail and mountain runne..

Tackle a rugged 45 mile mountain ultra around Snowdonia's iconic peaks, starting and finishing in Betws y Coed. Expect big climbs, dramatic scenery and a tight 500 runner field for a true mountain running test.

Take on the Bullock Smithy Hike, a 56 mile circular challenge starting and finishing in Hazel Grove. Enjoy scenic trails and choose to hike or tackle it as the Ultra 56, hosted by the 3rd Hazel Grove Scout Group.

Run the stunning Malham Trail Half around Malham Cove and Malham Tarn, featuring a climb to Weets Top and a long, rewarding descent with sweeping views. Part of the Due North Trail Trilogy, this scenic half marathon blends challenge and cou..

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.

Enjoy the Longshaw Sheepdog Trials Fell Race, 5 September 2026, in the Peak District. A challenging 7.1 km route across the Longshaw estate with steep climbs and fast descents. Limited places and free sheepdog trials entry for runners.

Take on the classic Grisedale Horseshoe on Sat 5 Sep 2026 around Ullswater, a demanding 16 km fell race with 1525 m of climb through dramatic Lake District scenery. Entries are limited and pre entry is required for this iconic community cha..