Trail Running calendar near Penrith 2025-2026

Hit the scenic trails around Derwent Reservoir with 5 km and 10 km options on firm paths, grass and through woodland, plus medals and Wild Deer merch for finishers. Canicross friendly and chip timed, perfect for trail lovers and families.

The Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge in Durham, part of the Dun Holm Challenge series, is a trail running event held along the scenic River Wear with views of Durham Cathedral. Hosted at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club, the course features a fla..

Test your endurance at Gods Own Backyard Ultra, a spring event near Leeds where runners set off every hour and aim to outlast the field. This silver event offers camping, refreshments, a Yorkshire goodie bag and a shot at the gold world tea..

Take on the Panopticons Ultra on 23 May 2026, a 32 miles trail challenge through the South Pennines visiting four iconic art installations. Expect rugged trails, big climbs and stunning views between Blackburn and Trawden.

Weekend 9 on 23 May 2026 challenges runners in the Howgill Fells with a tough out and back of about 25 km and 1500 m ascent across fell terrain. Choose loaded or unloaded categories and earn a finisher patch and a pint at the pub.

A classic Coniston fell race packing a punch in just a mile, climbing 900 feet on a steep ascent and scree descent. A BOFRA counter for juniors and seniors, it delivers a short sharp test with fine Lakeland views.

Race forest trails with steep climbs and fast descents at the Whinlatter Forest Half Marathon or 10K, enjoying sweeping Lake District panoramas. Dog friendly entries and bespoke finisher medals make it a memorable day.

Join the Yorkshire Weekend Saunter Series at the Fisherman Inn in Bingley for scenic, relaxed runs where you can run, jog or walk at your own pace. Choose 5K 10K or half marathon and enjoy a jumble medal, hot food and a drink at the finish.

Explore Grasmere in the OMM Lite Trail Quest Team on 30 to 31 May 2026, racing solo or in teams to visit as many of 30 mapped checkpoints as you can before the time limit. Expect live tracking, bespoke maps, timing chips and a hot post race..

Discover scenic Yorkshire Dales footpaths with routes from a 10k to a challenging 23 mile course, all based in Settle. This community run and walk raises funds for local charities, welcomes dogs on leads and has a cafe.

Run the classic Grasmere Gallop, a waymarked 42 km trail marathon looping around Grasmere and nearby valleys with Lake District scenery. Finishers earn a Langdale slate medal and cake after a testing day on the fells.

Push up 650 m over a punchy 2.4 km to the rocky summit of Harrison Stickle in this classic vertical uphill race. Finishers get a recycled wild flower seed medal and live music at Lanty Slees to celebrate.

Tackle 56 miles along the stunning Southern Upland Way in Ultra Scotland 50 on 6 June 2026, featuring 2,447 m of climbing and live GPS tracking for supporters. Expect a rugged, scenic test across wild Scottish hills.

Take on Ultra Scotland 100, a 104 mile trail ultramarathon along the stunning Southern Upland Way from St Johns Town of Dalry to Galashiels. Tackle remote Scottish hills, strict cut offs and earn a commemorative buckle for finishing.

Take on the Stanza Stones Summer Edition on 6 June 2026: a 24 hour 50 mile point to point from Marsden to Ilkley across South Pennines moorland visiting six stones bearing poems. Tough climbs, big views and a warm finish await.

The Samaritans Way Ultra is a trail running event held at Guisborough Rugby Club, featuring two race distances: a 40km marathon and a 60km ultra marathon. The course follows the Official Samaritans Way, a trail created by Teesside Samaritan..

Run 21 km of classic Lake District trails in the Great Langdale 21, passing Raven Crag, Red Tarn and Pike O'Blisco on a scenic but technical course. Finish with a recycled paper mache wild flower seed bomb medal and vegan soup.

Lake District Ultra Challenge The Lake District Ultra Challenge takes place in the Southern Lake District on 6-7 June 2026, with basecamp in Kendal. The main route is a loop that passes the Garburn Pass, historic Ambleside and a halfway poi..

Test yourself at the Glentress 8 hour Challenge on 06/06/2026, completing as many 4.366 mile trail laps with big climbs as you can in eight hours. Electronic lap timing and a lively Basecamp add great support.

Tackle the Lakeland fells at the Rab Scafell Sky Ultra, a technical 60 km mountain run with 4400 m of ascent over England's highest peaks. Expect rugged single track, big climbs and full feed station support plus tracking and safety cover.