Trail Running calendar near Manchester 2025-2026

Enjoy a scenic winter run around Carsington Water with half marathon and 10K options on Saturday 5 December 2026. Undulating reservoir trails, kilometre markers and a themed medal make this RunThrough event a rewarding lakeside challenge.

Join the Really Wild Boar, a classic fell race in the York Dales on Saturday 5 December 2026. Tackle 9 km with 450 m of climb, enjoy hearty post race soup and a roll at the Fat Lamb Inn and soak up wild moorland views.

Take on the Cardington Cracker, a 9 mile fell race near Church Stretton with 793 m of climb and breathtaking Border views. Pre entry only and limited parking mean early sign up is essential for this rugged, rewarding test.

Tackle the classic Mytholmroyd fell race on Sun 6 Dec 2026, a testing 10 km in the South West Pennines with about 500 m of climb. Pre entry only, age 18 plus, and every finisher gets a free can of Vocation Heart & Soul beer.

Run the Trail by Torchlight in Llangollen: an 8 km fell race over scenic starlit moor with about 244 m ascent. Bring a head torch and enjoy a lively night race open to runners aged 16 and over.

Punk Panther Christmas Cracker is a festive trail run in Otley with a surprise mystery route and handicap starts based on past pace. Choose 12, 19 or 32 miles and finish with a medal, T shirt and hot food.

Moors The Merrier 21 is a scenic yet testing fell race of 21 miles across the South West Pennines from Hebden Bridge Golf Club. Expect moorland vistas, festive fun with a Santa hat and small gift tradition, plus post race hot meal.

Run Fellrunner at Stoop at Penistone Hill near Haworth, an 8 km fell race with 250 m climb across the Pennine hills. Festive extras include a free Santa hat, Christmas prizes, a Curly Wurly for finishers and post race coffee.

Take on the Totley Two Turtle Doves fell race in the Peak District this Boxing Day, a bracing 4.8 mile course with 820 ft of climb. Winter kit is required and Totley AC Pavilion provides toilets, showers and changing rooms.

Bracing winter fell race around Bilberry Fields in Todmorden, offering scenic South West Pennine views and a testing 4.6 mile route with plenty of climb. Friendly club atmosphere with cheap pre entry and on the day entry available.

Celebrate New Year's Eve with the Wormstones fell race in the Peak District, an energetic 8 km with about 400 m of climb. Join at The Beehive in Glossop on 31 Dec 2026 for tough trails, great company and curry after the run.

Ring in the New Year with this scenic, hilly 10.8 km trail around Penistone Hill Country Park near Haworth on 31 December 2026. Entries are limited, chip timing is new for 2026, and every finisher receives a bottle of Daleside beer plus cof..

Tackle the Pendle Way in a day from Barley, a winter waymarked trail through stunning South Pennines scenery for runners and walkers. Choose 45 miles or 30 miles, expect big climbs and bring required winter kit.

Spend a guided trail weekend in Horton in Ribblesdale tackling the Yorkshire Three Peaks at a steady social pace, with runnable descents and scenic hiking. Bunkhouse stays, expert coaching and photos included for seasoned trail runners.

The Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon is a running event held in the Black Country region near Birmingham. Organized by StuWeb Events Ltd., the race covers the half marathon distance of 13.1 miles. While specific details about the cour..

Take on the inaugural MTC Black Anise, a 38.1 mile single day ultra from Lancaster to Wigan on 12 July 2029. Limited to 40 runners, this compact end to end stage pairs rugged terrain with an intimate yet epic atmosphere and a Black Anise fi..

Tackle the inaugural MTC Blue Caps, a 35.5 mile single day ultra from Wigan to Tarporley on 13 July 2029. Limited to 40 starters, this scenic but demanding event offers a finisher medal and strict pacing to keep you moving.