Trail Running calendar near Nanpantan 2025-2026

Tackle a scenic 21 mile fell route around the Hebden Bridge moors with about 1200 m ascent on unmarked terrain that rewards navigation. Enjoy checkpoints, clubhouse showers and a festive touch as runners wear a Santa hat and bring a small p..

Join The Irregulars for a sociable daytime walk or run in Holmfirth on 13 December 2025. Choose up to three loops to suit your pace, tackle an 11.6 mile moorland option, and enjoy hot drinks and a meal at the finish.

Join round 4 of the North Staffs Cross Country League at Keele on 13 December 2025 for a classic cross country test across traditional terrain. Team and individual races across all ages make it a great day for clubs and runners of every lev..

Run festive trails through Sherwood Pines on 14 December 2025 with a family mile plus 5 km and 10 km options open to dogs. Finishers get chip timing, medals and mince pies and there is a Merrell shoe demo.

BigXmas Trail Festival at Sale Water Park offers 11 km, half marathon and marathon trail routes along the River Mersey. Chip timed, the festive finish features mince pies, mulled wine and the choice of a medal or a tree planted.

Enjoy a festive run through Salcey Forest's tree lined trails with 10k, 5k and a junior fun run supporting Shelter. Expect mixed terrain, bespoke medals, free photos and a prize for best seasonal fancy dress.

Tackle a lively PECO Cross Country League race at Pontefract Park on 14 December 2025, featuring an undulating two lap course of about 4.5 to 5.0 miles. Expect competitive club racing and a buzzing winter XC atmosphere.

Take on Mortimer Forest Trail Race on 14 December 2025, a winter multi terrain run of muddy trails, big climbs and panoramic views from High Vinnalls. Choose roughly 10 miles or a 4 mile route to suit your pace.

Tackle a challenging winter mountain ultra around Helvellyn, a 38 mile unmarked loop with big climbs and stunning Lake District views. Limited to experienced runners, this tough, scenic test demands navigation skills and winter kit.

Join PieAthlon 2025, a fun 6 km trail from The Dusty Miller Pub with three pie tasting stations and scenic Longwood views. Expect muddy off road terrain, fancy dress, medals and prizes while supporting the local Scout Group.

Calverley Chaos is a Christmas edition 12 km trail race along the Calverley Millennium Way, taking in canal towpath and countryside views and based at The Railway Inn in Leeds. Entry is limited to 100 runners so book early.

Join the Cragg Vale Christmas Score Event on 20 December 2025 at Cragg Vale Church for a fun 90 minute orienteering challenge. Visit controls to collect points, enjoy a bacon or vegan bap, and support Cragg Church refurbishments.

Rumble In The Jumble II is a six hour challenge on 20 December in Skellingthorpe offering 5k to ultra options for every runner. Flat tarmac laps with refreshments, support and medals to celebrate your finish.

Experience night orienteering at historic Oakwell Hall, navigating woods, parkland and formal gardens by headtorch as the Elizabethan manor glows nearby. Choose from four courses 1.1 to 4.0 km with on site support and a cafe for hot drinks.

Orienteering at Oakwell Hall country park on Sunday 21 December offers mixed woods, parkland and varied terrain for runners of all abilities. Novice and family courses include navigation help and hireable timing dibbers, so newcomers are we..

Experience the Winter Solstice Strider at St Ives Estate, Bingley, a magical night run with 5 km and 10 km options. Tackle undulating, multi terrain trails, support Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice and take home a bespoke Solstice Strider medal..

The Die Hard Christmas Marathon and Half Marathon is a festive running event taking place on December 24, 2025, at Caldecotte Lake in Milton Keynes. Participants can choose between a full marathon, consisting of 7.5 scenic laps, or a half m..

Celebrate Boxing Day with the Whinberry Naze fell race in Rawtenstall, a punchy 4 mile course with 229 m climb across Pennine fells. Enter on the day for a festive atmosphere, fancy dress prizes and a friendly post race vibe.

Join the Chester Round the Walls Race on Friday 26 December at Chester Racecourse for a festive 6 km run along the riverside and around the iconic city walls. Competitive prizes and a commemorative finisher item await runners aged 16 and ov..

Run a scenic 10k around the historic Rauceby Estate on 27 December, winding through parkland surrounding the Grade II listed Rauceby Hall. A festive post Christmas challenge set in 2,000 acres of rolling countryside.