Trail Running calendar near Otley 2026-2027

Run through the scenic southern Peak District and Tittesworth Reservoir on rugged trails and moorland tracks. Choose between three distances and enjoy a chip timed race with stocked aid stations and a themed finisher medal.

Explore the scenic high ground around Matlock in this self navigated challenge for runners and walkers. Choose between 17 km and 35 km routes to support the Derby Mountain Rescue Team.

Run on the firmer sands of Bridlington South Beach. This annual event features a 5K race and a Fun Run, with a trophy for the best costume. Participants receive a t-shirt, water bottle, and medal.

Fell race on 5 July 2026 around Skiddaw in the Lake District, based at Keswick Cricket Club. The course is 15.4 km with 960 m of ascent and entry on the day is accepted for a fee of £10.

Test your endurance at MacTuffX Hull with a variety of interval based running challenges. Choose between solo doubles or relay formats across multiple distance repetitions in this July event.

Enjoy a flat 1.5 mile fun run along the Methley canal towpath in Leeds. This long running community event features medals for all finishers and a specific competition for local school teams.

Join the Stoodley Pike fell race at Todmorden on 7 July 2026 for a sharp 5 km challenge with 213 m of climb and stunning moorland views. On the day entries welcome for £5, minimum age 14; car sharing is requested.

Join the 20 Barriers fell race in Carnforth on Tue 7 Jul 2026 for a testing 8 km with about 160 m climb across classic Bowland terrain. Entry on the day is £10 and proceeds go to local charities; the race is UK Athletics insured.

Participate in a 9 km fell race through the Durham countryside north of Stanhope. This event is part of the North East Fell Running Championships and features a 300 m climb for runners aged 18 and over.

This 10km fell race offers a classic Peak District challenge. The route starts on the canal towpath before a significant climb past the iconic Black Rocks to a trig point. It returns via the same path for a fast finish back at Cromford Mead..

Experience a traditional FRA category AS fell race in Grasmere featuring a 7.4 km course with 700 m of elevation. This 150 runner event offers a direct ascent to Seat Sandal and a flagged descent through the Cumbrian fells.

A marked high moor fell race of about 7 miles with 366 m of climb in the South/West Pennines on 8 July 2026. Registration is at the Packhorse Inn car park, pre entry is via SiEntries and on the day entry may be limited to 120.

Take on the Borrowdale School Bash up Bessyboot in the Lake District: a short but fierce 5.2 km with 456 m of climb, offering stunning fell views and a real challenge. Entry on the day, with beer and a burger for every finisher.

A three leg fell relay at Danefield Park near Otley on 8 July 2026. Each leg is 4.8 km with 170 m of climb and teams of three compete across male, female and mixed categories.

Experience a traditional category BS fell race in South Yorkshire. This undulating 6.4 kilometre course offers a focused running experience with prizes across various age categories and cash rewards for new course records.

Gravel Rocks is a summer festival combining trail running and gravel riding at Duncombe Park. The inclusive entry covers camping, a night run, a choice of Saturday distances, and live music. It's a timed, multi day event with a social atmos..

Experience a 10km multi terrain adventure run featuring cargo nets, monkey bars, and a legendary water slide. Join the festivities in Holme village for a weekend of obstacle racing and family fun on the edge of the Lake District.

Experience an undulating trail run along the historic Huddersfield narrow gauge canal in Slaithwaite. Choose from four different distances and enjoy scenic views of the Pennines and local locks.

The Lakeland Trails Ultra offers four scenic distances through the Lake District, from a 100k midnight adventure to a 14k trail run. All routes are fully marked and supported with feed stations. The event includes professional photos and fi..

Experience a premier Lake District fell race covering 34 km and 2,750 m of ascent through iconic terrain like Scafell Pike and Great Gable. This traditional mountain event requires navigation skills and full safety kit.