Trail Running calendar near Patterdale 2025-2026

Take on the iconic Black Combe fell race in the Lake District: a tough 13 km course with about 1000 m climb and stunning views. Pre entry only, over 18s welcome, and every entry includes a pie.

Challenging trail ultra around Morland covering about 29 miles and 3,000 ft of climbing through Eden Valley and the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Expect meadows, waterfalls, cairns and historic villages on largely off road, scenic terrain.

Run a muddy, hilly 5k through Hamsterley Forest with natural obstacles and a fun, small field vibe. Open to runners and dogs, entries capped at 50 and finishers get medals and photos.

Granny's Bay Challenge on 8 March 2026 in Lytham St Annes offers a scenic, flat 5.24 mile estuary loop. This 6 hour timed event lets you run as many laps as you like and earn an official time and medal after one lap; entries limited to 100.

Take on the Roddlesworth Roller, a scenic 9 km trail around lakes and through woods on good paths and roads. Held at Abbey Village on 8 March 2026, this friendly community race welcomes all ages and raises funds for the school PTA.

Take on the Carrock Fell Race in the Lake District on 8 March 2026, 9 km with 500 m climb over rugged terrain. Unmarked route demands map and compass skills and entry is on the day for a spur of the moment fell challenge.

Run 51 km across gritstone moors around Haworth, Todmorden and Hebden Bridge with 1340 m climb in this classic off road ultra. Remote navigation is required as GPS devices are not allowed and live trackers plus feed stations are provided.

Punk Panther Welcome Way is a scenic but testing trail around Otley that winds over moorland, rivers, reservoirs and woodland across distances from 13 miles to 50 miles. Limited to 200 runners, it includes checkpoints, support and UTMB poin..

Enjoy stunning Lakeland scenery while tackling the classic Causey Pike fell race, 4.5 miles with 543 m of climb over rough terrain. Pre entry via SiEntries is required, full FRA kit is mandatory and minimum age is 16.

Run through the historic Alnwick Castle grounds and scenic Hulne Park on 10 km or half marathon routes that start and finish outside the castle. All finishers receive a medal and snacks while entries support local youth development.

Join the Ian Roberts Memorial Fell Race in Marsden on 15 March 2026 for a 6.5 mile challenge across rugged Pennine moorland. Expect stream crossings and wet feet, so bring suitable fell kit and enjoy warm post race drinks.

Join the Trotters 5 Mile Community Trail Run at Smithills Sports Centre in Bolton on 15 March 2026 for a friendly, chip timed five mile off road challenge. Entry limited to 300 runners so grab your spot and enjoy a community atmosphere.

Test yourself on Sun 15 Mar 2026 in the Lake District with a 15 km fell race from Muncaster Castle featuring 620 m of climb over rough, sometimes navigational terrain. Entry is cash only on the day, £5, teams welcome.

The Mount Karrin will take place in Sulby on Sunday 15 March 2026. You can run 14 kilometers.

Take on a scenic 8 km trail with about 400 m of climb around Bulbys Wood, Ingram on Sun 15 Mar 2026. Entry is on the day only, £5, for runners aged 16 or over seeking a tough, rewarding hill challenge.

Tackle the Link Challenge 2026, a 20 mile trail run or hike linking six charming villages around Bury, with scenic trails, checkpoints and a finisher neck gaiter. All proceeds support the Sunnywood Project youth and community work.

Tackle the scenic but demanding Hardmoors 55, a 55 mile ultramarathon across the North York Moors and Cleveland Way with sweeping views and big climbs. Solo or relay entries available, with checkpoints, compulsory kit and a 16 hour cutoff f..

Tackle 14 kilometres of classic Chevin trails around Otley, with about 650 metres of climb, forest singletrack and sweeping views. Great Owl Running hosts this adults only fell race with post race refreshments at The Black Horse.

Take on Otley's scenic 10 km fell race on 21 March 2026, with 390 metres of climbing through Chevin Forest and Surprise View. Organised by Great Owl Running, the single lap starts and finishes on Station Road with post race refreshments at..

Join Smithy's Charity Trail Run on 21 March 2026 for a lively 5 mile trail through Rainy's Deakins Park in Egerton. Enjoy scenic trails, friendly competition and great causes in a community event by Mad Bull Events.