Trail Running calendar near Orton 2026-2027

The Hardmoors 26.2: Farndale offers a trail marathon, half marathon, and 10k through the scenic North York Moors. Strict kit requirements and time limits are in place for all distances. The event starts from Hutton Le Hole Village Hall.

Take on the Devil Half Marathon through the hidden trails of the Derwent Valley on 9 August 2026. This scenic 13.1 mile course offers big climbs, on course photos, live music, refreshments after the race and a finisher shirt.

Run a scenic 13 mile Lakeland route from Lowther Castle across Askham Fell and Lowther Valley, including a ford of the River Lowther. A challenging and rewarding trail and fell mix on Sunday 9 August 2026 with proceeds to Eden Valley Hospic..

Tackle a classic Saddleworth fell race with sweeping views over Manchester on a testing 10 km course with 400 m of climb. Mass start from the Cross Keys Inn with on the day entry available and a well earned chip butty at the finish.

Take on the classic Whittle Pike fell race in the South West Pennines on Wed 12 Aug 2026, roughly 5.5 miles with 550 m of climb from Cowpe Village Hall. Entry on the day is available for £5, teams welcome and runners must be 16 or over.

Join this classic Keswick fell race in the Lake District on Wed 12 Aug 2026 for a lively 4.7 mile trail challenge with 280 m climb and a summit of Latrigg. On the day entries are welcome, fee £5 and runners must be 16 or older.

A challenging fell race in the Peak District featuring 370m of climb over a 6km course. Entry is on the day at Cartworth Moor Cricket Club near Holmfirth. The route is well marked and marshalled for a classic short fell running experience.

A multiple-distance trail running event in Saltaire that follows a mainly flat towpath. Feed stations appear about every three miles and finishers receive a bespoke medal.

The Ilkley Skyline is a classic fell run on the moors surrounding Ilkley. Starting and finishing at The Hermit Inn, the 35km loop covers at least eight moors and requires self-navigation. Aid stations provide support along the unmarked rout..

Join the Rusland 5, a scenic fell race across Rusland Showfield in the Lake District featuring a 4.8 mile route with 310 m of climb and shorter senior and junior options. Race entry is free; the show costs £5 and accepts entries on the day.

Trail runs of 5, 10 and 15 miles take place across the private Lambton Estate in Chester-le-Street, County Durham, on scenic woodland tracks and estate roads. The event is canicross friendly and features live chip timing, medals and on-site..

The Morland Half Marathon on 16/8/26 is a 13.65-mile partially self-navigated trail event. It welcomes trail runners and walkers for an inclusive experience.

A beach and trail running event at South Shields on 16 August 2026, offering an 8 km trail, 2 km runs, a barefoot sand sprint and a Families on Track relay, plus an Event Village with music, activities and food.

Take on the Piethorne Fell Race on Sun 16 Aug 2026: a 10 km test with 275 m of climb across the scenic South West Pennines. Starts at the Bulls Head in Newhey with cash prizes for record breakers and both pre entries and on the day entry.

Join the Keswick Sports Fell Race in the Lake District on Sun 16 Aug 2026 for a punchy 3 mile, 290 m climb course from Fitz Park Cricket Pavilion. Entry on the day and juniors welcome with big prizes for record breakers.

Ribble Runfest on Sunday 16 August 2026 is a multi distance running event in the parklands of central Preston. Routes include 10 km, half marathon, marathon and an ultra, with aid stations, course signage and a bespoke finisher medal.

Challenge yourself on the Sedbergh Hills fell race: 14 miles across scenic Yorkshire Dales with roughly 6000 ft of climb, testing endurance and navigation. Pre entry only via SI Entries; post race prizegiving and running camaraderie await.

Take on the Fellrunner on Sunday 16 August 2026 in Crowden in the Peak District, a testing 12.9 km course with 518 m of climb across wild moorland and open fell. Pre entry and on the day entry available; open to runners aged 18 and over.

Othnesbery's Revenge is a trail half marathon starting at Newton under Roseberry Car Park. This event is part of the Revenge Series organized by SilverBackTrails.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell race from Maggs Howe, Kentmere with a punchy 6 km course and 400 m of climb to test strength and navigation. Entry is on the day only and runners should bring waterproofs, hat and gloves; parking is limit..