Trail Running calendar near Meltham 2025-2026

Take on the scenic Chicken Run in Hayfield, Peak District, with two route options over challenging fell terrain. Friendly community vibe, cakes and refreshments at the school, and proceeds support Hayfield Primary School.

Run beneath the Sherwood Forest canopy on Sunday 15 March 2026, choosing from a new 20 Mile, half marathon, 10k or junior run. This Gold Badge trail event features bespoke medals, free photos and prizes for top finishers.

Join the Ian Roberts Memorial Fell Race in Marsden on 15 March 2026 for a 6.5 mile challenge across rugged Pennine moorland. Expect stream crossings and wet feet, so bring suitable fell kit and enjoy warm post race drinks.

Join the Trotters 5 Mile Community Trail Run at Smithills Sports Centre in Bolton on 15 March 2026 for a friendly, chip timed five mile off road challenge. Entry limited to 300 runners so grab your spot and enjoy a community atmosphere.

Tackle the Link Challenge 2026, a 20 mile trail run or hike linking six charming villages around Bury, with scenic trails, checkpoints and a finisher neck gaiter. All proceeds support the Sunnywood Project youth and community work.

Tackle the iconic Hardmoors 55, a 55 mile ultramarathon across the North York Moors and Cleveland Hills via the Cleveland Way, with 2700 m of climbing. A tough, largely unsupported trail race with mandatory kit and tracking.

Tackle 14 kilometres of classic Chevin trails around Otley, with about 650 metres of climb, forest singletrack and sweeping views. Great Owl Running hosts this adults only fell race with post race refreshments at The Black Horse.

Trails of Mena in Derbyshire offers scenic 20 mile and trail marathon loops through woodland, fields and rolling climbs. Expect aid stations, a warm drink and finishers medal, with proceeds supporting Spaniel Aid UK in memory of Mena.

Take on Otley's scenic 10 km fell race on 21 March 2026, with 390 metres of climbing through Chevin Forest and Surprise View. Organised by Great Owl Running, the single lap starts and finishes on Station Road with post race refreshments at..

Join Smithy's Charity Trail Run on 21 March 2026 for a lively 5 mile trail through Rainy's Deakins Park in Egerton. Enjoy scenic trails, friendly competition and great causes in a community event by Mad Bull Events.

On 21 March 2026 the Beater Clough Fell Race offers a challenging 10.9 km route in the South West Pennines with 610 m of steep, rough climbs and descents. Enter early or on the day and test your fell legs on this scenic, unrelenting course.

Take on the Dan Lee Military Race, a 10 mile mixed terrain challenge across quiet roads, tracks and moorland with 1,447 ft of climb. Enter regular or TAB with a 35 lb pack and boots and help raise funds for military and firefighting chariti..

Canalathon Ultra Running Festival on 22 March 2026 at Sowerby Bridge offers 100 km, 50 km, half marathon and 10 km routes along scenic canal towpaths with minimal climbs. Friendly festival feel with chip timing, aid stations, medals and foo..

Join the TFG Beer & Pudding Races at Thornbridge Brewery near Bakewell on 22 March 2026 for scenic trail running along the Monsal Trail and River Wye. Finish with a beer and a Bakewell pudding while supporting local causes.

Tackle the classic Heptonstall Fell Race, a challenging 15.4 mile route across steep wooded valleys, boggy slopes and open moorland. Pre entry and best for experienced fell runners with navigation skills and sturdy footwear.

Run the Punk Panther Spring Headtorch Half on Tuesday 24 March 2026 for an atmospheric evening trail around Swinsty and Fewston reservoirs. Half, 10 km and 5 km options, medals for finishers and post race water.

Take on the Pendle Mountain Rescue Dark Dash, a 9.2 km night fell run with 350 m climb around Barley in the Pennines. Run exposed terrain with a good head torch and map and help raise funds for Rossendale and Pendle Mountain Rescue.

Soak up Lake District views at the Grasmere Wild Trail Runs on 28 March 2026, with 5 km and 10 km routes around Grasmere and Rydal. Canicross friendly, chip timed with medals, merch and post race refreshments.

Join a friendly, inclusive trail challenge at Moel Famau on 28 March 2026. The Piece of String race at Bwlch Penbarras is a surprise 6 to 12 km hill run with canicross first and a medal and chocolate for finishers.

Tackle the scenic Monsal Trail from Bakewell with a half marathon or 10k along traffic free multi terrain paths through tunnels and over the famed Monsal Viaduct. Finishers get bespoke medals and free photos.