Trail Running calendar near Orton 2025-2026

The Manchester Backyard Ultra is a unique running event held at Giants Seat Scout Camp in Manchester, United Kingdom. Participants run a four-mile loop every hour on the hour, testing their endurance and mental strength to find their true limit. The event is known for its challenging format and supp..

The Ripon Ultra is a challenging 35-mile circular ultra-distance running event organized by Ripon Runners, starting and finishing in the picturesque village of Studley Roger, North Yorkshire. The undulating course follows the northern section of the Ripon Rowel, traversing diverse terrain including..

Calverley Chaos is a 12km (7.5 mile) trail race held on the fully marked Calverley Millennium Way Footpath in Leeds, UK. Organized by Great Owl Running, the event features a unique twist where runners choose to run the single-loop course either clockwise or anti-clockwise, adding an element of "chao..

The Drop - Manchester is a unique and challenging race held in the city, offering participants a 10-mile or 15-mile course to complete solo or in teams. Inspired by military-style endurance, the event requires runners to navigate back to the event center from an undisclosed drop-off point without ma..

The Round Ripon Ultra and Relay is a challenging 35-mile race held in North Yorkshire, starting and finishing at Studley Roger Village Hall. The course follows the northern section of the Ripon Rowel, traversing diverse terrain including trails, woodland, and moorland within the Nidderdale Area of O..

The Run Yorkshire Roundhay 5k is set to take place in Roundhay Park, Leeds, on October 5, 2025. This scenic event features a single lap around one of Europe's largest city parks, encompassing beautiful landscapes, lakes, and a climb to the Mansion House. The race is designed for participants aged 11..

The Punk Panther Headtorch Half is a trail half marathon held at Swinsty Moor Car Park, near Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs. This weekday evening event covers approximately 13.1 miles with an 800ft climb, featuring two laps around the scenic reservoirs. Runners must wear head torches as the race tak..

The Langdale Horseshoe is a challenging fell race held in Great Langdale, Lake District, starting near the Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel. Covering 21.1 km (12.5 miles) with 1450m (4600ft) of ascent, the course features rough, rocky, and slippery terrain with many pathless sections, demanding strong naviga..

The Wasdale Show race, part of the British Open Fell Runners Association (BOFRA) calendar, takes place in Wasdale Head, West Cumbria. Known as one of the toughest BOFRA races, it features a challenging course with steep ascents and descents, climbing to the summit of Kirk Fell. The race covers 2.40..

The Castle C’alf is a 12km (7 miles) fell race organized by Calder Valley Fell Runners, taking place near Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire. The course covers the final stages of the full Castle Carr race, passing through the scenic and private Castle Carr estate. The route features 490m (1600 feet) of..

The Hadrians Wall Half Marathon is a challenging 13.5-mile trail event set in historic and scenic surroundings near Hexham, UK. Starting at the World Heritage site of Housesteads Roman Fort, the route follows the Hadrian’s Wall trail for six miles before descending through woodland and along the Tyn..

The Withins Skyline is a challenging fell race organized by Wharfedale Harriers, held in the scenic Penistone Hill Country Park area. The course covers 6.2 miles with an 820-foot ascent, starting at the cricket pitch near Penistone Hill and looping through notable landmarks such as The Stoop Standin..

The Pathfinder, organized by Let's Run Adventures, is a challenging 15 or 25-mile circular run or walk set in the scenic North Yorkshire Moors. Starting and finishing at Commondale Village Hall, participants navigate a self-guided route featuring old drover tracks, moorland paths, and some road sect..

The Runner Retreats Lake District will take place in Seatoller from Friday 17 October 2025 to Sunday 19 October 2025.

The Chopwell Moon Runner is a unique 10k head torch trail race held in Chopwell Woodland Park, Gateshead. Set in a 360-hectare mixed woodland, the night-time event offers a magical atmosphere with moonlight filtering through trees and wildlife sightings like deer and owls. The course features a mix..

The Ultra Tour Yorkshire Dales (UTYD) is a challenging trail running event held in the scenic Yorkshire Dales, starting and finishing in Grassington village. It offers multiple distances: 100K, 50K, 25K, and a new 100K relay option. The course features stunning landmarks such as Malham Tarn, Buckden..

The Punk Panther Dales Dazzler is a challenging trail running event held in Skipton, UK, starting at Skipton Auction Mart. Scheduled for October 18, 2025, it offers multiple distances: half marathon (13 miles), 20 miles, 34 miles, and a 50-mile ultramarathon, with climbs ranging from 1,500 to 7,600..

The Four Reservoirs Ultra Trail Run, held in County Durham, starts from Shotley Bridge near Consett and offers two distances: a challenging 53km ultra and a new 25km trail run. The scenic routes showcase the natural beauty of the area, passing four reservoirs—Waskerley, Smiddy Shaw, Hisehope, and De..

The Signpost Challenge Hike, organized by South Manchester LDWA, is a scenic and hilly walking event based in Marple, near Stockport. Scheduled for October 19, 2025, it offers two route options: a 24-mile course with 4,300ft of ascent and an 18-mile course with 3,000ft of ascent, both to be complete..

Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails: Seat How is a scenic running event held in the Lake District, featuring two fully marked trail routes of 8K and 5K. The longer 8K course includes a challenging 360m ascent to the summit of Seat How, while the 5K route offers a gentler option with 240m of climbing, sui..