Trail Running calendar near Penistone 2025-2026

Run the Bronte Way fell race through the South/West Pennines, a scenic 12 km point to point with 351 m of climb. Pre entry only with limited bus support and a warming soup and roll at the finish make this a classic autumn challenge.

Take on The Drop in Manchester, a blindfolded navigation challenge where teams or solo runners are bused to a secret drop and must find their way back on foot. Choose 10 or 15 mile options for a unique test of navigation and grit.

Tackle Lockton Limping, a scenic fell race across the North York Moors covering 11.2 km with 350 m of climb and sweeping views. Entry is on the day at Lockton Village Hall, perfect for both competitive and social runners.

Run the Hubble Bubble & Ghostly 1 Mile along the scenic Leeds Liverpool Canal for spooky family fun or longer distances up to an ultra. Fancy dress is encouraged with spot prizes and finishers get bespoke Halloween medals and sweet treats.

Race You To The Summit on 31 Oct 2026 is a 4.3 mile fell race with 260 m ascent from the Summit Inn near Littleborough. Advance and on the day entry, junior races and a Halloween fancy dress contest with prizes add festive fun for runners.

Tackle the Monsal Mash in the Peak District, a challenging 9.5 km fell race with 500 m of climb over technical and fast rough terrain. Advance entry and full kit required, teams of three welcome.

Enjoy a 5 mile trail through scenic Sankey Valley Park in St Helens on Sunday 1 November 2026, with compact but sometimes muddy terrain and marshals on course. Runners must be 15 or older and all finishers get a goody bag memento.

Experience Tunnel Vision, a 5 mile out and back that includes a run through the atmospheric Oxendon Tunnel, lit with mood lighting. Choose Night or Dawn runs on consecutive days and bring a head torch for the tunnel passage.

Run under the stars around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoir on 7 November 2026 with 3 mile and 6.7 mile loop options. Well marshalled and signed, this low light trail needs a head torch and rewards finishers with a bespoke medal and treats.

Enjoy a scenic lakeside run around Swinsty and Fewston reservoirs with a 6.7 mile trail loop through autumn woods and rolling terrain, fully marshalled and signed. Distances range from the 6.7 mile route up to a full marathon for every leve..

Take on a rugged 10 km Pennine challenge around Todmorden with 350 m of climbing, starting and finishing at the Shepherds Rest Inn. Teams welcome and entry is on the day for £5; minimum age 16.

Take on the Burley Moor Run in Burley in Wharfedale, a scenic 11 km (6.8 miles) test across moorland with 250 m of climb. Open to runners aged 16 plus, with entries available in advance or on the day.

Challenge yourself on the rugged North York Moors at Hardmoors 26.2 Goathland, a scenic trail event with marathon, half and 10k routes. Navigate moorland and coastline for unforgettable views and a real sense of achievement.

Soyland Moor CragRunner on Sun 8 Nov 2026 is a 22 km fell race with 440 m ascent from Cragg Vale. Expect self navigation, rough moorland and checkpoints including Stoodley Pike and Manshead Head. Full kit and experience required.

Run Bolton Abbey is a scenic trail in North Yorkshire with distances up to a half marathon on a single hilly loop through the estate. Limited to 1200 places, it raises funds for Sue Ryder and awards medals made from fallen estate trees.

Tackle a classic Peak District fell race around the Roaches and Shutlingsloe: 15 miles with over 1100 m of climbing across rugged, scenic terrain. On the day entry is available for £15 and includes a hot meal, perfect for adventurous runner..

Join Leg It Round Lathkil on 8 November 2026 for a scenic 11.5 km fell race in the Peak District with 290 m of climb from Lathkil Hotel near Bakewell. Entry on the day and all proceeds go to Children in Need; wash shoes for biosecurity.

Run the scenic Wharfedale Skyline around Otley and Ilkley on 14 November 2026, choosing 13, 20 or 35 mile courses past Cow and Calf Rocks and Lindley Wood Reservoir. Finishers receive a medal and event T shirt.

Join the Yorkshire Weekend Saunter Series in Kirkstall on 14 November 2026 for scenic canal runs along the Leeds Liverpool Canal. Choose 5K, 10K or Half Marathon and finish with a jumble medal, hot food and a beer or soft drink.

Join a friendly trail run through Rothwell Country Park via woodland, riverside paths and a scenic rise with views of Leeds, finishing with kebabs and a bespoke medal. Walkers welcome and 50p per entry supports the RSPB.