Trail Running calendar near Northwich 2025-2026

Kick off the 2026 Phoenix Summer Series in Manchester with a flat towpath race at Hardy Farm offering distances from 5 km to ultra and a bespoke finishers medal. Every entry supports Carrington Animal Rescue with vegan and gluten free aid s..

Tackle the Wincle Trout fell race in the Peak District, a scenic but testing 9.5 km course with 320 m of climb and a possible river crossing, held alongside the lively Wincle Fete. Places are limited and available by pre entry only.

Join Manorlands PaintRush, a lively 5 km colour run in Bingley on 14 June 2026 supporting Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice. Run, jog or walk three paint splashed laps with seven colour stations and celebrate at the finish with music, food and y..

Tackle rolling trails around historic Roche Abbey on 14 June 2026, with distances from 6.7 miles to the full marathon. This lapped mix of trail, road and woodland starts and finishes at the Travellers Rest in Sheffield for a scenic, well su..

Montane Summer Spine is a nonstop expedition style 268 mile run along the Pennine Way with a 156 hour limit and staffed checkpoints offering hot food and aid. Expect long days, wild terrain and a supreme endurance test.

Join a guided mountain run on the Snowdon Range on 14 June 2026, covering 20 km with 1,900 m of ascent between Beddgelert Forest and Llanberis. Small groups led by qualified mountain leaders offer a focused recce of one leg of the Paddy Buc..

Tackle the classic Edale Fell Race in the Peak District, a 4.7 miles route with 402 m of climb across dramatic moorland. Pre entry and on the day entry are available, plus junior races and entry to Edale Country Day for runners.

Tackle Knowl Hill near Rochdale in this 6 mile fell race with 396 m of climb across the South West Pennines. Open to adults, it is the final day of a three day series with prizes and finisher shirts for series completers.

Tackle the Moleside fell race, a steep 5 km challenge with 400 m of climbing through Bowland terrain, starting from the Whitakers Arms in Accrington. Entry on the day, friendly atmosphere and club team prizes make it ideal for eager fell ru..

Take on the Trevor Milner Riber Run on 16 June 2026 in Lea Green near Matlock for a scenic yet testing 6.8 km course in the Peak District with 305 m of climb. On the day entries available and juniors can join free in the main race.

Join the D C R O Dash, a challenging 8.5 km fell race around Castleton in the Peak District on Wed 17 Jun 2026. Expect steep climbs, stunning views and a friendly atmosphere with limited entries so pre registration is advised.

Join a challenging 5.3 km fell race in the South West Pennines from Whitworth Scout Hut on Wed 17 Jun 2026, with 360 m of climb. Entry on the day is £5 and all finishers get a beer, with prizes for the first three men and first three ladies..

Take on scenic trails at Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve with 5k or 10k options on 18 June 2026. Finishers get a jumble medal, hot food, a beer or soft drink and free parking at a friendly, highly rated event from Its Grim Up North Running.

Join Ogden Midsummer Madness, a classic fell race around Ogden Water that packs 300 m of climbing into a brisk 5 km loop. Entry is on the day only, making this a lively local test of grit and speed.

Tackle Beamsley Beacon on 18 June 2026 in Addingham, York Dales, an 8.8 km fell race with 335 m of climb, steep ascents and rewarding views. Entry is on the day for £5 with registration at St Peter's Church, teams welcome, minimum age 16.

Tackle a scenic 7.3 km Peak District fell race with about 190 m of climb, sharp uphills, riverside running and a dramatic tunnel finish at Millers Dale. Pre entry only with chip timing makes this a fast, well organised challenge.

Two Roses Ultra lets you tackle two distinct 50 km loops across the Pennines or combine them for a figure of eight 100 km challenge. Rugged moorland, reservoir views, checkpoints with hot food, GPS timing and a bespoke finisher medal.

Ultra Wales is an epic 51 mile mountain and trail race around Coed y Brenin in Southern Snowdonia, climbing 2,898 m and taking in peaks like Cadair Idris. Limited to 500 runners with a 20 hour cutoff and live GPS tracking.

A scenic but testing trail half marathon in the Yorkshire Dales with steep climbs, riverside footpaths and sweeping Wharfedale views. Part of the Due North Race Series, it ends with a hearty post race meal, a beer and event goodies.

Enjoy scenic canal and trail running at the Yorkshire Weekend Saunter Series in Kirkstall, with 5K, 10K and half marathon options on 20 June 2026. Finishers get a jumble medal, hot food and a beer or soft drink, with online or pay on the da..