Trail Running calendar near Patterdale 2025-2026

Take on the Fountains 10K in picturesque Grantley near Ripon, North Yorkshire, a single loop through Nidderdale's quiet lanes, trails and moorland. Enjoy undulating terrain, a lively village finish with music and a warm welcoming vibe.

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.

The Settle Hills Race will take place in Settle on Sunday 21 June 2026. You can run 11 kilometers.

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 the pop up Kirkstall Rock up n' Run summer series in Leeds on 25/06/2026 with 5k and 10k road and trail options. Finishers get a jumble medal, hot food and a beer or soft drink for a post race celebration.

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.

Take on the Kirkby Gala Fell Race in Kirkby in Furness, a BOFRA Championship counter that climbs to the windmill across scenic fields. Senior course is 3.45 miles / 6.00 km with 750 feet / 240 meters of ascent and includes junior categories..

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..

The Blencathra will take place in Mungrisdale on Sunday 28 June 2026. You can run 13 kilometers.

The Baystones & Wansfell Race will take place in Troutbeck Bridge on Sunday 28 June 2026. You can run 11 kilometers.

Gategill Fell Race on Wed 1 Jul 2026 in the Lake District is a short steep 3.6 km climb that tests hill running and grit. On the day entries only, wear grippy shoes and enjoy refreshments as proceeds support the local community.

The Cragg Vale will take place in Cragg Vale on Wednesday 1 July 2026. You can run 6 kilometers.

The Whernside Fell Race will take place in Kirkby Lonsdale on Wednesday 1 July 2026. You can run 11 kilometers.

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 circular trail race from Usha Gap Campsite on July 4 2026, climbing almost 3,000 ft to Tan Hill. Expect sweeping moorland, river gorges and classic Swaledale views for a rewarding day in the hills.

Take on Swinner Swagger on 4 July, a 15.5 km loop from Usha Gap Campsite through Hartlakes and along the River Swale with grassy paths, a punchy climb and scenic singletrack. Limited to 100 runners, it is a rugged, rewarding trail run.