Trail Running calendar near Manchester 2024-2025

The High Cup Nick Fell Race will take place in Dufton on Saturday 22 February 2025.

The 42nd South Shropshire Circular is a challenging 27-mile running event set in the scenic countryside of South Shropshire. Participants will navigate a route with a total ascent of 5000 feet, starting and finishing at Clee Village Hall. The exact route will be revealed on the day, accompanied by a..

The South Pennine 24 is a challenging 24-mile running and walking event organized by the South Pennine Long Distance Walkers Association (LDWA). Set in the scenic Dark Peak and South Pennine Moors, participants will navigate a diverse terrain featuring moorland and footpaths, with a total ascent of ..

The Doctors Gate fell race is a challenging 12.7-mile event set in the scenic landscape of Old Glossop. Participants will navigate a route that includes nearly 3000 feet of ascent, starting and finishing at the Queen's Arms. The course follows the historic packhorse route, connecting with the Pennin..

The Badger Challenge is a unique running event held at Beacon Hill Country Park, offering participants a rewarding experience with stunning views. This 6-hour event allows runners of all abilities to complete as many 5k laps as they wish within the time limit, making it suitable for both competitive..

The Tibthorpe Loop is a half marathon event set in the picturesque Yorkshire Wolds, designed for runners of all levels. With a generous 5-hour cut-off time, participants can enjoy the scenic route without the pressure of racing against the clock. The event begins and ends at the eco-friendly Field H..

The Stan Bradshaw Pendle Round is a challenging fell race organized by Clayton-le-Moors Harriers, taking place in Barley, Lancashire. Covering approximately 15 km with an elevation gain of 543 meters, the event is open to participants aged 18 and over. The race features multiple checkpoints along a ..

The Saddleworth Ten Res's is a challenging running event set for March 1, 2025, featuring routes of five, ten, or fifteen reservoirs around Saddleworth Moor. Participants will navigate a 26-mile course with a total ascent of 4,273 feet, visiting various checkpoints in the correct order. Registration..

The Feckin Frickley Tart n Terrier Trot will take place in South Elmsall on Saturday 1 March 2025. You can run between 5 and 5 miles.

The Ilkley Moor Fell Race, organized by Ilkley Harriers, has been a staple event since 1990, taking place annually on the scenic Ilkley Moor. This challenging race covers a distance of 8 kilometers with significant elevation gain, featuring steep and rocky descents. It is categorized as an FRA AS ra..

The Cloud 9 Hill Race, organized by Congleton Harriers, is a scenic and challenging 9-mile race that takes participants from Congleton to the summit of Bosley Cloud and back, featuring a mix of off-road terrain and stunning views. The race includes a significant ascent of 1,250 feet and is categoriz..

The Kinver Edge DirtRun is an exciting off-road running event set in the scenic Kinver Edge & The Rock Houses. Participants will complete two laps of a 9.5km route, showcasing the beautiful tracks and trails of the area. The event is open to runners aged 14 and above, with a limit of 100 participant..

The Muddy Boots 10K is a popular running event taking place in Ripon, North Yorkshire, featuring a scenic multi-terrain course of approximately 10 kilometers. The race, organized by the St Wilfrid's Association, showcases the picturesque countryside and includes a mix of roads, footpaths, and trails..

The Guided Trail Run in Ceiriog Valley offers participants a relaxed 10km running experience starting from the village of Llanarmon Dyffryn Ceiriog. The route features approximately 300 meters of elevation, providing stunning views of the surrounding Ceiriog Valley. This event emphasizes a friendly ..

The COD Triple is an exciting running event taking place from March 7th to March 9th, 2025, in Shropshire. Participants can choose to run for one, two, or all three days, with options for 10K, Half Marathon, or Full Marathon distances. The event features scenic routes, including a nature reserve, th..

The Black Combe Fell Race is a challenging late-winter running event set in the scenic landscape of Silecroft, featuring a distance of 13 km and an elevation gain of 1000 m. Known for its tough climbs and unpredictable weather, the race offers stunning views and a thrilling final descent. Participan..

The Haworth Hobble is a challenging 51 km (31.7 miles) running event taking place on March 8, 2025, organized by the Keighley and Craven Athletics Club. The race features a significant elevation gain of 1340 meters (4396 feet) and traverses the scenic gritstone moors around Haworth, Todmorden, and H..

The Lincoln Marabank is a running event organized by Vigilantes Maravan CIC, set to take place on March 8, 2025, at Burton Waters near Lincoln. This inclusive event welcomes runners of all abilities, offering a flat, traffic-free course along the historic Fossdyke canal. Participants can run for up ..

The Loggerheads Trail event, scheduled for March 2025, offers a popular trail running experience at Loggerheads Country Park. Participants can choose from three race options: a 5k Trail, a 5k Canicross Trail, and a new 10km route designed to challenge runners of all abilities. The event promotes a r..

The 39th Two Crosses Circuit is a running event taking place in March 2025, featuring two course options of 18 miles and 26 miles. Participants can register from September 2024 until early March 2025, with entry fees set at £11 for LDWA members and £16 for non-members. The event has a limit of 300 e..