Trail Running calendar near Ollerton 2026-2027

The Black Night Scar fell race lights up the South West Pennines on 24 Nov 2026 from Todmorden, a punchy 5.8 km course with 315 m of climb under headtorches. Entries available pre entry or on the day with teams of three welcome.

Tackle the Baslow Bolt, a scenic yet testing 13 km Peak District fell race with 400 m of climb. On 28 Nov 2026 at St Anne's Church, this community fundraiser finishes with cake and refreshments.

Loggerheads Half Marathon at Loggerheads Country Park is a three lap 7 km loop for solo runners and three person relay teams, set on a scenic but testing trail with some steep sections. Feed stations, marshals and medals for finishers.

Teams of four take on the Lee Mill Relay at Lee Mill Quarry, Rossendale, each running a flagged 10.7 km loop across rugged, potentially wintry terrain. A tough winter fell running challenge with strict kit checks.

Winter trail runs in Dalby Forest on 29 November 2026 offer marathon, half marathon and 10km routes across scenic forest tracks and moorland views. Canicross friendly with chip timing and a bespoke finisher medal.

Tackle the Famous Grouse Fell Race in Birch Vale on 29 Nov 2026, a spirited 8.4 km Peak District route with plenty of climb. Entry is on the day, register at the Sycamore Inn and enjoy results and prize giving at the pub.

Take on scenic undulating trails around Carsington Water with half marathon or 10k options. Enjoy marked kilometres, on course support, a themed medal and post race goodies after this festive December run.

Festive trail runs at Cannock Chase Birches Valley with 10k, 5k and a Junior Run on undulating woodland routes. Fancy dress is welcome with a best dressed prize, finishers get a medal and photos and proceeds support Shelter.

Tackle the classic Mytholmroyd fell race on Sun 6 Dec 2026, a testing 10 km in the South West Pennines with about 500 m of climb. Pre entry only, age 18 plus, and every finisher gets a free can of Vocation Heart & Soul beer.

Join the Tatton Yule Yomp 10K on 6 December for a festive trail run through Tatton Park's varied terrain, finishing on a closed road near Egerton Youth Club. Enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal and a fancy dress prize for a fun seasonal cha..

Join the Chasewater Christmas Pudding Dash at Chasewater Country Park for festive fun with 10k, 5k and a Junior Run on mostly flat reservoir trails. Enjoy medals, photos and prizes including best dressed fancy dress while supporting Shelter..

Run a scenic 10 mile trail around Grafham Water, starting on the dam and weaving through woodland and lakeside views. Canicross wave welcomed with dog facilities and a festive atmosphere supporting Alzheimer's Research UK.

Bauble Bimble at Ferry Meadows, Peterborough on 6 Dec 2026 invites runners to tackle multi terrain 5.3 km laps through forest, with distances from 5k to ultra in 4 or 6 hour formats. Aid at HQ and a bespoke finisher medal add a festive touc..

Punk Panther Christmas Cracker is a festive trail run in Otley on Saturday 12 December 2026, offering 12, 19 and 32 mile routes across scenic West Yorkshire terrain. Finishers receive a medal and event T shirt, with vegan and gluten free op..

Moors The Merrier 21 is a scenic yet testing fell race of 21 miles across the South West Pennines from Hebden Bridge Golf Club. Expect moorland vistas, festive fun with a Santa hat and small gift tradition, plus post race hot meal.

Join the Sherwood Pines Festive Trail Runs on 13 December 2026, with a family 1 mile plus 5 km and 10 km woodland routes. Finishers get medals, treats and drinks, and dogs are welcome in the 5 km and 10 km events.

Salcey Forest Christmas Race offers flat but muddy tree lined trails for 5k and 10k plus a junior fun run. Seasonal fancy dress is encouraged with a best outfit prize, and proceeds support Shelter.

Run Fellrunner at Stoop at Penistone Hill near Haworth, an 8 km fell race with 250 m climb across the Pennine hills. Festive extras include a free Santa hat, Christmas prizes, a Curly Wurly for finishers and post race coffee.

Take on the Totley Two Turtle Doves fell race in the Peak District this Boxing Day, a bracing 4.8 mile course with 820 ft of climb. Winter kit is required and Totley AC Pavilion provides toilets, showers and changing rooms.

Join The Drop UK in Skipton for a daring navigation challenge: blindfolded and dropped at an undisclosed location you must find your way back without maps or devices. Choose 6, 10 or 15 mile options and hand in electronics at registration.