Trail Running calendar near Manchester 2026-2027

Take on the Peak District Challenge, an overnight then Saturday walking and running event from Hathersage with routes from 25 km to 100 miles for teams or experienced solo runners. Follow GPX routes, enjoy checkpoints, Mountain Leaders and..

Three Towers Ultra crosses the wild West Pennine Moors from Darwen, visiting Jubilee, Rivington and Peel towers. Choose 39 or 55 mile routes with big climbs, a pub finish at the Ranken Arms and proceeds supporting Bolton Mountain Rescue.

Tackle the iconic Yorkshire Three Peaks in the 70 or 100 km Yorkshire 3 Peaks Ultra on 19 to 20 September 2026 from Hawes in North Yorkshire. Choose 70 km or press on to 100 km for an unforgettable day of wild trails, big climbs and camarad..

Take on a scenic 50 km mountain ultra from Hawes Market House through the Yorkshire Dales, including a climb of Pen y Ghent. Limited to 50 runners, this rugged trail offers checkpoints, hot finish food and a sustainable medal for finishers.

Take on the 40 mile High Peak 40 ultramarathon in Buxton on 19 September 2026, blending trail and road for a scenic, testing day. Join the 40th anniversary celebration and tackle this iconic local classic with fellow runners.

Oktoberfest Running by Grim Up North hits the Leeds and Liverpool Canal at Rodley for chip timed races on a flat towpath, with distances from 5K to Ultra. Finishers get a medal and post race treats in a fun, friendly atmosphere.

Run a scenic 13 mile half marathon along the traffic free Tissington Trail from Parsley Hay to Ashbourne. Choose one or both days of this friendly two day event with bespoke medals, free photos and a gently downhill, multi terrain route.

Experience classic Lake District trails at the Maverick Lakes X Trail on 19 September 2026 in Grasmere, with routes from 9 km up to a challenging 52 km ultra up to Stickle Tarn and Fairfield Horseshoe. Proceeds support Fix the Fells.

Classic fell race in Kettlewell, Yorkshire Dales: 4 mile route with 475 m climb over rugged upland terrain. Open to 16+ with pre entry or entry on the day, teams welcome and free parking for entrants.

Take on the scenic Bollington 3 Peaks fell race in the Peak District on Sat 19 Sep 2026, a 9 km course with 370 m climb. Pre entry only, entry includes food and a pint from Bolly Brewery.

Join the Cross Keys Road and Fell Relay in Uppermill for a spirited team race across road and fell in the South West Pennines. Teams of four run two road and two fell legs from the Cross Keys Inn, with pre entry and on site entries welcome.

Explore Raby Castle estate on 20 September 2026 with 5km, 10km or half marathon trail options across paths, woodland and parkland where deer roam. Enjoy live chip timing, a finisher medal and a drink and snack.

Tackle the scenic but hilly Bronte Half Marathon through Bronte Country on 20 September 2026, starting from Penistone Hill Country Park. With just 200 places, this small charity race for Sue Ryder finishes with a hearty pie and peas.

Enjoy scenic Yorkshire routes in Knaresborough at the Yorkshire Weekend Saunter Series on 20 September 2026, with a choice of 10K or half marathon. Finishers get a jumble medal, hot food and a beer or soft drink.

Take on the Cannock Chase Wild Trail 10KM on 20 September 2026, a scenic forest 10 km route with live chip timing, finishers medal and Wild Deer goodies. One controlled dog per runner is welcome.

Punk Panther Yorkshire Reservoir Dogs is a one day trail race near Otley that threads seven reservoirs, forest and craggy moorland for unforgettable views. Choose 13, 20 or 32 mile routes for a challenging and scenic day out in classic York..

Challenge yourself at the Cheshire Ring Ultra 100 Mile on 26 and 27 September 2026 in Great Britain. This GB Ultras race under UK Athletics and Trail Running Association rules suits experienced ultrarunners ready to push their limits.

Experience the Orton Fell Race in the scenic Lake District on Sat 26 Sep 2026, a tough 10 km course with 258 m of climb from Orton village. Open to seniors 16 plus with team and junior races, it offers a classic fell running challenge for a..

Take on the Eskdale Show fell race in the Lake District, a scenic 6.9 km course with 277 m of climb across classic fell terrain. Open to adults and juniors, with easy entry on the day for spontaneous race plans.

A classic Lakeland fell race from Tilberthwaite Farm, this 22 km course packs 1535 m of ascent across rugged, remote terrain and stunning views. Racing under FRA rules, navigation and mandatory mountain kit are required.