Trail Running calendar near Orton 2026-2027

A fell race at the Kirkby Gala, featuring a 6km course through fields and up towards windmills. It's a BOFRA Championship event open to various age groups from Under 9s to Seniors.

Celebrate the 50th Alston Gala with this historic 6.2 km fell race to Park Fell and back. Support the local mountain rescue team while tackling a 211 meter climb in the North Pennines.

Lapped trail event at Burrs Country Park in Bury supporting The Sunnywood Project. Multiple lap distances, on course aid station and parking near The Sunnywood Hub.

Join the Eldwick Gala fell race in the South West Pennines, a scenic but testing 3 mile course with 168 m climb and short junior races. Limited to 200 runners, this community event blends tough trails and festival fun.

Support the local mountain rescue team by running or walking through the scenic Yorkshire Dales with a choice of three routes starting from Kettlewell Village.

Experience a 12 km out and back trail run along the Northumbrian coastal path. Enjoy a route through sandy dunes and gravel trails followed by live music and food at Hemscott Hill Farm.

Join this category AM race in Mungrisdale featuring 13 km of terrain and 825 m of ascent. Experience a classic route that serves as a counter in the 2026 English Fell Running Championships.

Run a scenic 10K on a private woodland estate near Whitby. The trail route passes historic Mulgrave Castle with coastal views. The chip-timed race finishes with refreshments and a memento for all finishers.

Gategill Fell Race on Wed 1 Jul 2026 in the Lake District is a short steep 3.6 km climb that tests hill running and grit. On the day entries only, wear grippy shoes and enjoy refreshments as proceeds support the local community.

Cragg Vale on 1 July 2026 is a 4 miles (6.4 km) fell race with 244 m of climb run from the village near Cragg Vale Church. Entry on the day is £8 cash and registration and refreshments are based at Cragg Church.

Experience a classic ascent to the top of Yorkshire with this 10.5 km fell race starting under the iconic Ribblehead Viaduct and climbing the steep slopes of Whernside.

Follow the historic parish boundaries of the Ullswater Valley in this tradition-rich event featuring an ultra run, fell walk, and family downhill challenge across iconic peaks like Helvellyn and Fairfield.

This second-year ultramarathon is a 120-mile circular journey across the North York Moors. The route visits the area's ten highest hills and follows ancient paths steeped in history.

Experience a 30 km circular trail race through Swaledale featuring 3,000 feet of ascent and a visit to Great Britain’s highest pub. The fully marked route crosses remote moorland and iconic flower meadows.

Experience a scenic 10 mile trail loop through the heart of the Yorkshire Dales featuring the ascent of Swinner Gill. This event offers a 16 kilometre route with grassy paths and fully stocked aid stations.

The Chevy Chase is a classic 20-mile fell run and challenge walk in Northumberland. Participants summit two peaks on an unmarked route, navigating with map and compass. A strict kit list and time limits apply for this iconic event.

Experience a traditional Lakeland fell race over the quiet Buttermere fells with two AL category courses. This memorial event requires navigation skills and full fell running kit for a self-navigated journey across the peaks.

Take on the Fellrunner at Heptonstall Festival, a scenic 9.5 km fell race with about 500 m of climb in the South West Pennines. Finish to live music, food stalls and a free pint; entry on the day £7.

Experience a 37 mile mountain trail journey across the highest points of the Pennines, featuring iconic landmarks like Crossfell and High Cup Nick with full support and transport.

Experience a traditional fell race featuring 250m of elevation and technical descents. Held alongside the Oakworth Gala, this event offers a 9 km course for adults and fun races for children.