Trail Running calendar near Peak District National Park 2025-2026

Run through Brockholes Nature Reserve on Friday 8 May 2026 with 10K, half marathon, marathon and ultra options among lakes, woodlands and the River Ribble. Enjoy race goodies and a bespoke medal while two pounds from each entry supports pat..

Tackle the Bat Challenge at Beacon Hill Country Park: a six hour off road loop where you choose your pace and complete as many 3.3 mile laps as you can. Expect a steady climb to scenic high points and a fun, supportive atmosphere.

Take on the classic Pinhaw fell race across the South West Pennines, 8 km (5 miles) with 213 m of climb and rewarding views. Entry is on the day via Earby Cricket Club for a modest fee and teams of three are welcome.

Tackle a scenic single loop through Sherwood Forest and historic estates with 30 or 40 mile options near Walesby on 9 May 2026. Fully vegan HOBO Pace event with waymarked trails, stocked aid stations and a friendly festival vibe.

Tackle the Offa's Dyke ULTRA, a 24 hour southbound run from Prestatyn along the iconic National Trail on 9 and 10 May 2026, with solo and team entries plus GPS tracking and chip timing. Support crew and vehicle required.

Run Rabbit Trail Festival at Deene Park near Corby on 9 and 10 May 2026 is a weekend of trail running and lively festival fun. Choose from short evening runs to a 56.1 km triple challenge, with music, activities and medals for finishers.

Tackle a 33 mile trail at the Spire Ultra on 9 May 2026, winding across high moorland, ancient woodland and reservoirs. Celebrate the tenth anniversary with a special finisher memento and light refreshments at the community hub.

Take on the Marsden Moors Marathon or choose 23 or 18 mile circular routes across wild West Yorkshire moorland from Marsden Parochial Hall. Friendly LDWA event with checkpoints, snacks and a finish meal for walkers and runners.

Join the Cottam Canter at UCLAN Sports Arena in Preston on Saturday 9 May 2026 for looped 5K to ultra distances along scenic Lancaster canal towpath and Haslam Park. Limited to 100 entries, medals and refreshments for all.

Tackle an unmarked 18 mile fell trail around Castleshaw with about 3000 ft of ascent on Saturday 9 May 2026. Navigate checkpoints along footpaths including parts of the Pennine Way and enjoy manned feeds and hot soup at the finish.

9 May 2026 in Church Stretton the Apocalypse Ultramarathon offers 10 to 50 mile options across four rugged loops totalling about 50 miles and 10,000 ft of ascent. Single HQ support and on site food keep runners moving but entries are full.

Five Trigs is a scenic point to point fell and trail event across the South Pennines, visiting five trig points over about 19 miles and 900 m of ascent. Navigate yourself, enjoy manned checkpoints en route and finish with hot soup.

Take on The Tour of Bradwell The Other Half, a challenging fell race in the Peak District starting and finishing at Bradwell Sports Club. Expect a long high ground route with big climbs and a lively mass start atmosphere.

Pendle Cloughs fell race on Saturday 9 May 2026 in Downham near Clitheroe is a tough 14 mile route with 1250 m of ascent across classic Lancashire fells. Entry capped at 400 with limited on the day places so book early via SIEntries.

Run the Cressbrook Crawl in the Peak District on Sat 9 May 2026, a scenic fell race of 10.5 km with 400 m climb around Cressbrook. Pre entry only via Fabian 4 from The Cressbrook Club, open to runners aged 16 and over.

Shires and Spires is a circular run based in Naseby with distances from 10K to ultra, mixing country trails and roads. Routes change direction each year and have GPS tracking, voice navigation, aid stations and a medal for all finishers.

Tackle the Hardmoors 26.2 White Horse trails at Sutton Bank near Thirsk on 10 May 2026, choosing from marathon, half marathon or 10k courses across dramatic North Yorkshire moorland. Expect rugged climbs, self navigation and a finisher meda..

Take on riverside loops from Avenham Park for 10K, half marathon, marathon or ultra in a limited to 100 runners field. Scenic River Ribble and park paths, bespoke finishers medal and post run goodies make this a memorable spring challenge.

Tough, scenic fell race in Bilsdale, North York Moors on Sun 10 May 2026. About 11.3 miles with 950 m of climb across classic moorland terrain. Enter on the day; expect limited parking so please car share.

Run a scenic 10k through Yarrow Country Park on 10 May 2026, following the River Yarrow amid spring bluebells. The one lap out and back starts by the Flaming Grill Pub and includes chip timing for a relaxed trail experience.