Trail Running calendar near North Yorkshire 2025-2026

Take on a scenic 16 km mixed terrain route along the Leeds Liverpool Canal and River Aire in this winter race hosted by Great Owl Running. Enjoy a single undulating lap with canal towpaths and riverside trails for a true off road challenge.

Experience the Petzl Night Runner Rivington, the final round of the series, with a close encounters UFO theme lighting up Winter Hill. Tackle rough, boggy trails by head torch and claim a glow in the dark finisher medal.

Run the scenic Tissington Trail through the Derbyshire Dales on a traffic free former railway, choosing a half marathon or 10k across a relaxed two day weekend. Enjoy wide hill views, gentle gradients and a welcoming race vibe.

Mix muddy trails and smooth tarmac in The Half & Half 10 km at Sowerby Bridge on 25 January 2026, with a first half of muddy trails and obstacles and a second half on road. Fully marked one way and limited to 100 runners, book early.

Tackle the Tigger Tor fell race across Houndkirk, Burbage and Hathersage moors on a challenging 14.2 km course with 490 m of ascent. Hosted by Totley AC from Fox House Longshaw, this checkpoint navigation race blends tough terrain and great..

Explore Saltburn's wild coastal trails on circular Marathon, Half and Trail 10k courses with plenty of climbing and sea views. Self navigated with GPX and mandatory kit, entries limited to 350 for a true trail challenge.

Tackle Dovedale Big Daddy, a tough fell race through scenic Dovedale with nine steep climbs over 20.4 km and 1370 m of ascent. Starts at Ilam Primary School on 1 February 2026 and finishes with hot soup and cake for runners.

Explore ancient ruins and formal gardens at Fountains Abbey World Heritage Site with 5 km, 10 km or half marathon trail options. Canicross friendly and chip timed, finishers get bespoke medals and Wild Deer merch amid unforgettable scenery.

Explore scenic, undulating forest trails around Grizedale with marathon and half marathon options on Sunday 1 February 2026. Enjoy lakeside views and varied terrain on a welcoming course, entries often fill quickly.

Take on the winter Pendle Way In A Day from Barley, Lancashire on 7 February 2026, choosing a full 45 mile route or a shorter 30 mile option across the South Pennines. Expect waymarked trails, big climbs and a true winter ultra atmosphere.

NAV4 LAW75 is a two day winter navigation challenge covering 75 miles from Skipton Castle to Appleby along Lady Anne's Way and moorland trails. Expect remote checkpoints, self sufficiency and sweeping Pennine scenery across a demanding week..

Explore scenic trails around Harrogate and Knaresborough, including the dramatic Nidd Gorge, at the Punk Panther Harrogate Hustle. Choose from 14, 20 or 34 mile routes for a challenging day of trail running and a festival style finish.

Tackle 23 miles of scenic moorland around Guiseley on 7 Feb 2026, taking in Rombalds Moor and Ilkley Moor. A challenging, hilly one lap trail with limited entries for a true adventurous day out.

Event details Its Grim Up North Running stages Grim Leodis on 08/02/2026 in Kirkstall, next to the Leeds and Liverpool Canal and the River Aire, just off Wyther Lane. The main loop is approximately 6.5 miles and the event is organised as a..

Windy Hill Fell Race on 8 February offers a challenging 12 mile course with about 2,100 feet of ascent across Piethorne, Blackstone Edge and the Pennine Way. Winter kit is required and the race finishes at the Rams Head with hot soup and a..

Warm up your winter at the Manchester Winter Warmer Run in Heaton Park on Sunday 8 February 2026, with 5k, 10k and half marathon options across an undulating park course. All finishers get a medal and you can optionally fundraise for Shelte..

Join the Lakeland Paws Grizedale Growl on 8 February 2026 at Grizedale Forest for chip timed 10K and 6K runs on wide forest trails. Dog friendly with up to two dogs per runner, this scenic event blends challenge and great views.

Take on St Aidan's Winter Beast, a 6.66 mile hilly trail around Swillington, Leeds with off path climbs, mud and a sluice crossing. Limited to 300 runners, this single lap winter classic will test your grit and trail skills.

Run under moonlit skies in the Whinlatter Moon Runner, a head torch 10k through the hilly trails of Whinlatter Forest on 14 February 2026. Expect twisting singletrack, frosty footing and a friendly, eco minded race vibe.

Take on the Anglezarke Amble, a scenic challenge walk from Rivington across the West Pennine Moors. Choose the 24 mile long route open to runners and finish within 10 hours to enjoy checkpoints, refreshments and a finisher certificate.