Trail Running calendar near Newton-in-Bowland 2026-2027

Tackle the classic Eskdale Elevation fell race in the Lake District, a testing 20.2 km route with 1455 m of climb across dramatic fells. Enter on the day for £10 with proceeds going to charity.

Run for Wildlife Spring 10k is a fun running safari at The Yorkshire Wildlife Park raising funds for the Wildlife Foundation. Enjoy a scenic licensed 10k loop with park entry included or take part virtually.

Run the scenic Tissington Trail on 26 April 2026 with marathon and half marathon options along a traffic free, mixed terrain route from Ashbourne to Parsley Hay. Enjoy bespoke medals, free photos and a welcoming trail atmosphere.

Trail races of 21 km and 42 km take place in Delamere Forest on 26 April 2026. Routes pass Blakemere Moss and the Sandstone Trail with marked kilometres, aid stations, parking, and mandatory kit requirements.

Join the Urban Trail Series for marked trail races from Biddick Academy across spring to autumn, with distances from 5K to half marathon. Enter single races or buy a season ticket for savings, prizes and a presentation evening.

Run through the North York Moors at the Heartbeat Hobble in Goathland, an 11.9 km fell with 290 m of climb. Entry on the day and a village hall finish create a friendly spring fell outing.

Bleaklow Blitz is an 8 mile fell race from Torside Reservoir, climbing 452 m as it follows the Pennine Way to Bleaklow Head and back. Expect rough moorland, sweeping views and a testing but rewarding course.

A hilly half marathon through Hamsterley Forest on 26 April 2026 with chip timing, water stations and mile markers. Entry fees start at £24, entries are limited to 500 and close on 20 April 2026.

A 15.4 km fell race in Hayfield, Peak District on 26 April 2026 with about 600 m of climb. Pre-entry only, full FRA kit required, and teams of three are accepted in mens and womens categories.

Join the Bunny Run Relay in the South West Pennines for a playful team race of three, each running a short hilly leg. On the day entries only, eggs serve as batons and every finisher gets a Cadbury creme egg.

Cockfield Chase is a friendly fell race on ancient Cockfield Fell featuring a guided 3.5 km route lap followed by a 3.5 km timed lap, totalling 7 km with about 160 m of climb. Beginner friendly, scenic and community driven with post race re..

Take on the Ian Charlesworth Hartcliff Hill fell race in Penistone on 28 April 2026: a spirited 7.4 km loop over fields and rough tracks with great views and friendly marshals. Fast, well marked and ideal for club teams.

Orchan Rocks is a classic fell race in the South West Pennines on Tue 28 Apr 2026, starting at the Staff of Life pub in Todmorden. Tackle a punchy 5.4 km course with 280 m climb, open to runners aged 14 and over with pre entry or day entry.

A midweek fell race in Wray on 28 April 2026 covering 11 km with 335 m climb. Entry is on the day only with a £5 fee and teams of three are permitted.

Evening trail runs at Gibside National Trust with 5 km and 10 km options, route maps, live chip timing and on-site parking. The event is canicross friendly and finishers receive a medal, merchandise and a snack.

Enjoy a scenic riverside run on the Trans Pennine Trail with 5 km and 10 km routes, mostly flat and fast. Limited to 150 runners, finishers get a drink from Piglove Brewery and night runners must carry a headtorch.

Fo(e) Edge is a compact fell race in the South West Pennines on Wed 29 Apr 2026, sending runners over 4.1 miles with 300 m of climb from Cowpe Village Hall. Entry on the day is £5 and teams are welcome for a spirited midweek test of hill le..

Tackle the Lords Seat Fell race at Whinlatter Visitor Centre, an 8 km route with 430 m of climb across scenic, rugged fells. Entry on the day only £7 cash, with junior races and a start from the visitor centre car park.

The Clowbridge 5k Spring series final on 30 April 2026 is a two lap trail race around Clowbridge Reservoir with 25 m of elevation. Open to ages 11 and over, the series awards prizes and donates proceeds to local causes.

A 50 mile trail ultra in the Yorkshire Dales around Malham with 2593 m of ascent and five staffed checkpoints. It follows the Pennine Way and Yorkshire 3 Peaks routes and requires prior marathon experience and mandatory kit.