Trail Running calendar near Orrell 2025-2026

Run the Stanza Stones Winter Edition, a 24 hour 50 mile ultra across the South Pennines from Marsden to Ilkley, visiting six stones inscribed with poems by Simon Armitage. Expect moorland, big climbs and a memorable poetic finish.

Enjoy a 5k autumn trail through Kiplin Hall's formal gardens, woodland and lawns on 29 November 2025, with a compact marked course perfect for a crisp seasonal run. Finishers get a hot drink and spiced flapjack and trophies for top finisher..

Lee Mill Relays is a rugged team race in Rossendale where teams of four each run a flagged 10.7k loop through Lee Mill Quarry. Expect hard, possibly wintry terrain and mandatory kit for a true late November challenge.

The Alyn Waters Winter Trails offer 5k and 10k fully marked and marshalled trail running courses set in the scenic Alyn Waters country park. Designed for all abilities, the event encourages participants to race or enjoy a leisurely run with..

Event details The Cannock Chase Forest Christmas event is a forest running event scheduled for 06 December 2025 at Birches Valley, Rugeley WS15 2UQ in Cannock Chase Forest, Staffordshire. Distances offered: 10k 5k Junior Run The course is..

The Drop - Kendal is a unique and challenging UK race held in Kendal, offering participants a 10-mile or 15-mile course to complete solo or in teams. The event is inspired by military-style endurance and navigation challenges, where runners..

Join the Crag Fell Handicap in Ennerdale on 6 December. This scenic 2.5 mile out and back to the summit features staggered handicap starts for a friendly, competitive fell run.

How Hard Can It Be Events presents The Telford T50 Trail Run, a winter 50-mile ultramarathon in Shropshire. Race HQ is The Unicorn Inn, Holly Road, Little Dawley, Telford. The 2025 edition features a T50 pathway through notable Telford site..

Run scenic, undulating trails around Carsington Water in a choice of a half marathon or 10K, with kilometre markers and friendly course support. Entries include chip timing, free photos and a finisher medal to celebrate your effort.

The Chasewater Christmas Pudding Dash is a festive running event held at Chasewater Country Park in Staffordshire. Offering 10k, 5k, and junior race options, the course features mostly flat, slightly undulating compacted trails around the s..

Run a flagged 6 mile Pennine course with about 500 m of ascent across open moor and valley. Calder Valley Fell Runners host the event, with compulsory kit checks and a celebratory free Vocation beer.

Event overview Sea 2 Summit - Offa's Dyke offers three distance races along the Offa's Dyke footpath, starting at Prestatyn seafront. Distances offered: Half Marathon Full Marathon Ultra - 33 Miles The Ultra finishes at the summit of Cyrn..

Join Northwich Running Club for the Marbury Festive Fun Run on 7 Dec at Marbury Country Park, a flat 3 km loop for running or walking. Fancy dress is encouraged, Santa's Helpers will cheer you in and finishers get a Christmas medal and trea..

Peak Raid Race 4 in the Eastern Moors and Burbage Valley on 7 December 2025 is a three hour score event. Choose your route, navigate moors, hills and dales and collect points in this rugged Peak District challenge.

Tackle the classic winter fell run around Cardington near Church Stretton, a rugged 14.5 km course with about 793 m of climbing and thrilling summit views. Expect testing December conditions and a limited field, so book early.

Enjoy a scenic forest run at Grizedale Forest with sweeping views over Coniston Water. Choose 5K or 10K on wide trails, bring up to two dogs per runner or run solo; starts are staggered to give hounds space.

Join the Beacon Bash, a rugged 20 mile charity trail around Appley Bridge supporting Appley Bridge Scouts and The Brick Wigan. Tackle muddy footpaths and steep climbs, then celebrate at the finish with hot food and great camaraderie.

Run the Winter Tolkien Trail Race, an 11.1km winter trail around Stonyhurst College with riverside stretches, ancient woodlands and historic Cromwell Bridge. Expect 528 ft of climbing, steep steps and a finish on the college avenue.

Moors the Merrier 21 is a festive 21 mile circular run around the moors of Hebden Bridge with challenging climbs and stunning winter views. Fully supported and featuring Santa hats and a bran tub tradition, entries are limited and a waiting..

Take on Valhalla Winter Run 2025, a festive six hour timed trail at the University of York with 2.2 mile undulating laps so you can stop after any lap or carry on. Enjoy a bespoke medal, goody bag, cake and mulled wine.