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

Race forest trails with steep climbs and fast descents at the Whinlatter Forest Half Marathon or 10K, enjoying sweeping Lake District panoramas. Dog friendly entries and bespoke finisher medals make it a memorable day.

Explore Grasmere in the OMM Lite Trail Quest Team on 30 to 31 May 2026, racing solo or in teams to visit as many of 30 mapped checkpoints as you can before the time limit. Expect live tracking, bespoke maps, timing chips and a hot post race..

Join the Yorkshire Weekend Saunter Series at the Fisherman Inn in Bingley for scenic, relaxed runs where you can run, jog or walk at your own pace. Choose 5K 10K or half marathon and enjoy a jumble medal, hot food and a drink at the finish.

Run the classic Grasmere Gallop, a waymarked 42 km trail marathon looping around Grasmere and nearby valleys with Lake District scenery. Finishers earn a Langdale slate medal and cake after a testing day on the fells.

Discover scenic Yorkshire Dales footpaths with routes from a 10k to a challenging 23 mile course, all based in Settle. This community run and walk raises funds for local charities, welcomes dogs on leads and has a cafe.

Join the Gerald Story Memorial Fun Run on 31 May 2026 for a scenic 5.5 mile trail into Clumber Park from Worksop College. Run in memory of Gerald Story, support Cancer Research and claim a finisher medal.

Take on scenic trails at Tatton Park on 31 May 2026 as part of the Wild Hybrid Weekend, with 10 km and half marathon routes across grass, woodlands and paths. Canicross welcome and all finishers get a medal, Wild Deer merch and refreshments..

Push up 650 m over a punchy 2.4 km to the rocky summit of Harrison Stickle in this classic vertical uphill race. Finishers get a recycled wild flower seed medal and live music at Lanty Slees to celebrate.

Take on the Stanza Stones Summer Edition on 6 June 2026: a 24 hour 50 mile point to point from Marsden to Ilkley across South Pennines moorland visiting six stones bearing poems. Tough climbs, big views and a warm finish await.

Tackle the North Leeds Skyline for scenic but testing off road trails around Otley, with distances from a 50 km ultra to shorter 16 km and relay options. Expect marked routes, checkpoints and friendly race support.

Run 21 km of classic Lake District trails in the Great Langdale 21, passing Raven Crag, Red Tarn and Pike O'Blisco on a scenic but technical course. Finish with a recycled paper mache wild flower seed bomb medal and vegan soup.

Lake District Ultra Challenge The Lake District Ultra Challenge takes place in the Southern Lake District on 6-7 June 2026, with basecamp in Kendal. The main route is a loop that passes the Garburn Pass, historic Ambleside and a halfway poi..

The Samaritans Way Ultra is a trail running event held at Guisborough Rugby Club, featuring two race distances: a 40km marathon and a 60km ultra marathon. The course follows the Official Samaritans Way, a trail created by Teesside Samaritan..

Tackle the Lakeland fells at the Rab Scafell Sky Ultra, a technical 60 km mountain run with 4400 m of ascent over England's highest peaks. Expect rugged single track, big climbs and full feed station support plus tracking and safety cover.

Join this lively BOFRA championship fell race in Kettlewell, featuring a fast start up to a skyline ridge, a cairn turnaround and a quick scree descent. Short but sharp course welcomes juniors and seniors for a thrilling local challenge.

Race through the parkland and woodland of Wentworth Castle Gardens on scenic 5 km or 10 km courses amid historic landmarks. Chip timing, medals, snacks and a canicross friendly welcome make this a great summer midweek run for all abilities.

Run the scenic Six Dales Trail from Otley to Pateley Bridge and back, passing Swinsty, Fewston and Thruscross reservoirs. Choose 13, 20 or 32 mile options in a friendly field limited to 200 and enjoy a finish medal, event t shirt and hot fo..

The Ulverston Fell Race on 13 June 2026 is a short, punchy climb to Flan Fell with great views and a friendly village atmosphere. Races for kids through seniors make it ideal for families and hill runners alike.

Join the Pooley Bridge Wild Trail Runs on Saturday 13 June 2026 in the Lake District for scenic off road trails and a friendly atmosphere. Choose 10 km or half marathon routes, enjoy chip timing and a bespoke finisher medal, and dogs are we..

Take on Hardmoors 26.2 Wainstones from Chop Gate Village Hall, with marathon, half marathon and 10k trail routes across rugged moorland and rewarding views. Self navigated courses need printed maps and mandatory kit so come prepared.