Trail Running calendar near Padfield 2025-2026

The Hardwolds 40 is a challenging 44-mile running event held in the Yorkshire Wolds, starting in Beverley and finishing in Malton. The route follows the Hudson Way before joining the Wolds Way near Goodmanham, passing through scenic chalk landscapes, historic market towns, and ancient villages inclu..

The Blacksheep 3 and 6 Hour Challenge is a trail running event held in Masham, on the edge of the scenic North Yorkshire Dales. Participants can choose to run for either three or six hours, completing as many loops as possible within their chosen time. The course features a mostly flat terrain with..

The Cannock Chase Forest HM & 10k is a popular running event held in the scenic Cannock Chase Forest, Staffordshire. Traditionally an autumn race, it has been moved to early summer to offer runners the experience of dappled sunlight and summer breezes through beautiful woodland trails. The event fea..

The Lyme Half Marathon is a Gold Award-winning trail running event held in the scenic grounds of Lyme National Trust in Cheshire, near Disley and Stockport. The challenging 13.1-mile course features stunning views as runners traverse the Gritstone Trail, Kerridge Ridge, and pass landmarks like White..

The Great Hucklow Fell Race is a challenging 10km (6 miles) running event held in Great Hucklow village, located on the border of the Dark Peak and White Peak areas. The course features varied and beautiful terrain with approximately 340m (1000 feet) of ascent, including steep climbs, rough ground,..

The Matlock Skyline Challenge for Derby Mountain Rescue Team is a scenic 22-mile (35 km) circular running or walking event held around Matlock and Darley Dale. The mainly off-road course features 3,300 feet (1,000 meters) of ascent, traversing high ground, stone-walled meadows, moorland, woodland, a..

Tittesworth Water is a trail running event held at Tittesworth Reservoir in Staffordshire, set for July 6, 2025. It offers three challenging routes: 10K, 22K, and a 50K ultra, each featuring steep climbs and descents across the scenic southern Peak District. All races start by ascending Hen Cloud, p..

The Hathersage Gala Fell Race is a challenging 7.3 km (4.5 miles) fell running event held in Hathersage, Derbyshire. Featuring a climb of 325 meters (1066 feet), the course ascends through Whim Plantation, Over Owler Tor, past Winyards Nick, and up to Higger Tor, emphasizing more fell terrain and le..

The Widdop Fell Race, organized by Calder Valley Fell Runners, is a classic high moorland fell running event held near Widdop Reservoir in Calderdale. The race covers approximately 7 miles (11.3 km) with an ascent of 1,200 feet (366 meters), featuring a mix of good paths, tussocks, and chest-high br..

The Black Rocks Fell Race, organized by Matlock Athletic Club, is a challenging 9.9 km (6.1 miles) trail run held near Matlock, starting at Cromford Meadows. The course features mostly good trails with a notable mid-race climb past Black Rocks, reaching a total ascent of approximately 800 feet (250..

The Stiperstones Fell Race, organized by Mercia Fell Runners, is a challenging 6.7 km fell running event with a total ascent of 375 meters. Held near Snailbeach village in the West Midlands, the course features a steady climb to the summit of the Stiperstones, followed by a descent through Perkins B..

The Slawit-Rock up N' Run - Summer Evening Series is a delightful running event held in the village of Slaithwaite, offering both 5K and 10K distances. Participants can enjoy a scenic out-and-back course while experiencing a vibrant community atmosphere. The event features a BBQ, beer, and chocolate..

The Big Stone Fell Race will take place in Chinley on Thursday 10 July 2025.

The Swan Challenge is a trail running event held at Coombe Abbey Park, Coventry, featuring a scenic 3.3-mile loop through mature woodland, waterways, and open grassland. This 6-hour event allows participants of all abilities to run, hike, or walk as many laps as they wish within the time limit, maki..

The Summer 10K, organized by Big Bear Events, takes place at Coombe Abbey Park in Coventry. This scenic race features a 10-kilometer course through woodland, meadows, and grass fields with varied terrain including exposed tree roots and uneven surfaces, offering an undulating but not hilly route. Th..

The Lyke Wake Challenge is a 40-mile endurance event organized by the Quakers Running Club, taking participants from Osmotherley to Ravenscar in North Yorkshire. The race involves varied terrains, including moors, hills, and trails, with checkpoints offering drinks and snacks. Participants must carr..

The Piece of Cake Trail Run is an exciting running event taking place in Carding Mill Valley, Shropshire, on July 13, 2024. Participants can choose from three distances: 10K, Half Marathon (13.1 miles), or Marathon (26.2 miles), all set against the stunning backdrop of the Shropshire Hills and The L..

The Tebay Fell Race is a challenging 13km (8.1 miles) fell running event with 914m (2999’) of ascent, held in the scenic Howgills terrain near Tebay, Cumbria. Scheduled for July 12, 2025, it serves as a counter in the English Senior and Junior Fell Running Championships. The course features mostly r..

The Lakeland Trails Ultra, held in the Lake District with a start and finish at Ambleside's Rothay Park, offers ultra marathon distances of 100k, 55k, 23k, and 14k. The 100k ultra features an iconic midnight start and covers dramatic mountain scenery with 5 mountain passes and 10,500 ft of ascent, w..

The Hey up It's Helmsley' will take place in York on Sunday 13 July 2025. You can run between 6 and 26 miles.