Trail Running calendar near Newton-in-Bowland 2025-2026

Join Curley's 5 km trail race in Horwich on 1 April 2026 for a lively off road challenge hosted by Winter Hill Runners. Start and registration at the Jolley Crofters Public House, perfect for local runners seeking a scenic spring outing.

Tackle 50 miles from Manchester to Liverpool along the Trans Pennine Trail, Manchester Ship Canal and River Mersey on Good Friday. A scenic point to point ultra with checkpoints, live tracking and 14 hour cutoff for a true endurance test.

Take on the updated Samaritans Way trail routes in Guisborough on 4 April 2026, with 10 km and 21 km options for runners and walkers. Enjoy countryside trails, a finisher T shirt and medal, and help raise funds for Teesside Samaritans.

Join the Pink Moon Ladies Trail Half Marathon, a ladies only trail race raising funds for The Elm Foundation. Enjoy a scenic out and back through Sutton Spring Wood and Five Pits Trail then finish with cake and hot drinks at the campfire.

MindOverMoors: The OG! is a 10 km trail loop on the North Yorkshire Moors with about 1100 ft of climbing and fantastic views. Limited to 200 runners, it celebrates mental health awareness and finishes at Yorkshire Cycle Hub with food deals.

Join a scenic trail run around Carsington Water on Saturday 4 April 2026 with 10K and half marathon options on undulating paths around the reservoir. Finish in the lively event village with food, freebies and a focus on sustainability.

Classic Lake District fell run from New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, a sharp 3.5 mile course with 2100 ft of climbing over rough rock and moor. Day entries welcome; bring map, compass and waterproofs for this high country test.

Pick your distance from 5k to ultra and motor along the flat, scenic Leeds and Liverpool Canal towpath at Rodley, with marshals, regular feed stations and a bespoke finisher medal. A friendly, well signed trail run for every pace.

Join the Alan Kirk Memorial Lad's Leap on Sun 5 Apr 2026 in Crowden near Woodhead for a testing 9.5 km moorland race with 518 m of ascent and spectacular Peak District views. Teams welcome and entries available on the day.

Run a scenic 10 kilometre mix of road and trail around Helmsley on an undulating single loop through woods, fields and the market town. In its 15th year, this friendly race raises funds for the open air pool and local Samaritans.

Enjoy a scenic 10K plus trail from Shibden Hall to the heart of Halifax, threading through historic buildings usually closed to the public. This inaugural race supports Calderdale Overgate Hospice.

Join this friendly 3 mile race in Haworth on the South West Pennines, climbing 100 m over a scenic course around the Old Sun Hotel. Every finisher gets a Cadbury's Creme Egg and winners take Easter eggs, with chip butties at the pub after.

Run across wild Weardale and the North Pennines AONB at the Stanhope Trail Races on 11 April 2026, choosing a 10k or half marathon through moorland, woodland and past a waterfall. Expect rewarding, rugged trails and eco friendly mementos in..

Take on the 35th Allendale Challenge on 11 April 2026, a 26 mile loop through the scenic but challenging North Pennines to raise funds for North of Tyne Mountain Rescue. Walkers and runners can expect peat bogs, big views and electronic chi..

Explore scenic Ripon Rowel trails at the Punk Panther Ripon Stinger on 11 April 2026, with half marathon, 20 mile and 35 mile ultra options through woods, historic sites and riversides. Expect checkpoints, tracking and hot food at the finis..

Tackle scenic circular routes across the high Pennine moors with 16, 24 or 35 mile options, challenging ascents and stunning views. Friendly annual fundraiser since 1979 supporting the 24th St Pauls Scout Group with food, timing and a bar.

Scenic coastal trail from Skinningrove along the Cleveland Way, looping through Saltburn for sea views and a rewarding challenge. Open to runners and walkers 15 and over; entry includes a finishers medal and checkpoint snacks.

Experience epic Lake District trails from Keswick with 53k and 23k options that climb iconic peaks and circle Derwent Water. Expect live tracking for ultras, marshalled routes, a themed medal and a hot post race meal.

The Jeffrey's Mount Figure of Eight on Sat 11 Apr 2026 in the Lake District is a classic 7.8 km fell race with 530 m of climb that rewards stamina and navigation. On the day entry is £8 and proceeds support Macmillan Cancer Support.

Tackle the classic Wardle Skyline, a scenic fell race in the South West Pennines on Sat 11 Apr 2026. The 11.3 km route climbs 381 m from Wardle Square and accepts pre entries and same day entry for runners after a spirited hill challenge.