Trail Running calendar near Patterdale 2025-2026

A short but fierce fell race in Hawkswick, Littondale, with a steep climb to the ridge and a thrilling skyline return featuring a very steep descent. A BOFRA Championship counter that tests pace and grit for juniors and seniors.

Run the scenic trails of Harewood estate at the West Yorkshire Trail Run on Sunday 21 June 2026, with 13 km and 22 km options through woods and lakeside views. Chip timing and a finisher medal make for a rewarding day for all runners.

Run as far as you like in seven hours along the River Wear with cathedral views at Lord of The Run North. Choose your distance from 3 km up to ultra, enjoy on course aid, themed medals and vegan goody bags.

Aggies Staircase is a punchy 4 mile fell race around Darwen Tower with 350 m of ascent, featuring the infamous, steep Aggies Staircase climb. Expect sharp climbs, runnable moorland and a scenic but testing route hosted by Darwen Dashers.

Take on Eddie's Revenge, a punchy 6 km fell race with roughly 300 m of climbing across Crompton Moor and surrounding forest. Expect rough moorland trails, a steep shale descent and rewarding views as you loop back to Shaw.

Join Wild Deer Events for a summer trail run in Chopwell Woods with 5, 10 or 15 mile options, Canicross friendly and set on scenic woodland trails. Finish with a medal and a burger and beer to celebrate.

Run the Kirkby Gala Fell Race, a scenic 3.45 mile off road climb up to the windmills in Kirkby in Furness. A BOFRA championship counter with categories from Under 9 to Seniors means runners of all ages can join the fun.

Celebrate the Alston Gala 50th anniversary with a classic fell race from Alston Playing Field up Park Fell and back on 27 June 2026. A brisk 6.2 km route with 211 m climb, with all entry fees donated to the local mountain rescue.

Soak up sea views on a scenic Northumbrian coastal trail from Barn at the Bay to Hemscott Hill Farm, billed as 10K but closer to 12K across gravel tracks and sandy dunes. Race, run or stroll then relax with live music, food, drinks and llam..

Beat The Bounds in Patterdale is an annual boundary route challenge around the Ullswater Valley offering routes from a family Minibeat to tough mountain courses. Soak up fell scenery while supporting the local school and church.

DalesRunner 30 is a scenic 31.7 km trail loop from Muker on 4 July 2026, with almost 3,000 feet of ascent, moorland climbs and classic Dales views. Entry is limited to 200 runners aged 18 plus, so be prepared for rough underfoot sections an..

Take on Swinner Swagger, a scenic 15.5 km fell and trail run from Muker that winds through valleys, climbs to Swinner Gill and finishes along the River Swale. Expect rugged terrain, wild Dales views and a friendly village vibe.

Take on the classic 20 mile Chevy Chase across rugged Northumberland fells and the summit of Cheviot. This unmarked navigational fell race demands solid mountain kit and rewards with sweeping upland views.

Tackle the Wheelbirks Summer 10 km Trail in Stocksfield on 8 July 2026 for a scenic, challenging run through farmland, woods and river crossings. Expect technical climbs, eco friendly touches and a cheerful finish with a keepsake ECO medal..

Saint Cuthbert's Way Ultra The Saint Cuthbert's Way Ultra is organised by Trail Outlaws and is based at Wooler Youth Hostel, 30 Cheviot Street, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6LW. The event follows Saint Cuthbert's Way, a long-distance walkin..

Event overview Sithee at Slawit Again is a trail running event organised by Its Grim Up North Running in Slaithwaite, Huddersfield. The race starts and finishes on the canal near the village and is licensed by the Trail Running Association...

The Lakeland Trails Ultra will take place in Ambleside on Saturday 11 July 2026. You can run between 14 and 100 kilometers.

Take on the Swirral Grind 850, a pure uphill mountain race in Patterdale on 17 July 2026, climbing 850 m over 6 km to a summit trig point. Expect steep paths, a little scrambling and unforgettable UNESCO World Heritage scenery as part of th..

Rab Pinnacle Ridge Extreme is a brutal 28 km skyrun around Helvellyn with 2700 m of ascent featuring exposed ridgelines, scrambles and technical rock sections. Entry is strictly vetted so only experienced mountain runners should apply.

Take on the Rab Helvellyn Sky Ultra from Patterdale: 57 km with 3700 m ascent across Lake District ridges. Run anticlockwise over Striding Edge and Swirral Edge on a marked course with support and a wild seed bomb medal.