Trail Running calendar near Penrith 2026-2027

Experience rugged trail running in the iconic Lake District with five course distances ranging from 9 km to 52 km. Navigate technical fells and glacial lakes starting from the historic village of Grasmere.

Classic fell race in Kettlewell, Yorkshire Dales: 4 mile route with 475 m climb over rugged upland terrain. Open to 16+ with pre entry or entry on the day, teams welcome and free parking for entrants.

Tackle the Thornthwaite Round in the Lake District on 19 Sep 2026, a scenic fell race of 15.6 km with 871 m of climb across forest tracks and open fell. Friendly entries on the day and homemade tea await finishers.

A half marathon at Lakeland Maze Farm Park near Kendal with a maze finish, chip timing and aid stations. Entry includes maze access; the event offers parking, medical support, bag drop, free photography and family entertainment.

Trail runs through Raby Castle parkland with 5km, 10km and half marathon options, mixed surfaces and chances to see deer. Live chip timing, finish medals, a T shirt option and free on site parking are provided.

Experience a hilly trail run through the heart of Yorkshire Bronte Country. This single lap event features a scenic course from Haworth to Hebden Bridge and concludes with a race memento and a hot meal for every finisher.

Weekend running in Knaresborough featuring 10K and Half Marathon routes through scenic Yorkshire countryside. Organized by Its Grim Up North Running on 20 September 2026 with flexible entry options and finisher rewards.

Trail 10K and Half Marathon through Hamsterley Forest on 20 September 2026, with undulating, well marked routes among pines and clearings. Chip timing, a themed medal, free photos and a serviced event village are provided.

A MapRun navigation event in Braithwaite, Lake District on 20 Sep 2026, using electronic controls and a Category O course. Open to those aged 14 and over, with pre entry via SiEntries or on the day entry.

Experience an epic trail adventure through the UNESCO World Heritage Lake District National Park. Choose from four distances ranging from 22km to 184km connecting the region’s stunning valleys and lakes.

A trail event near Otley that passes seven reservoirs and offers three distances from 13 to 32 miles. The route features forest and crag scenery, staffed checkpoints, mandatory kit requirements and trackers for long-distance entrants.

Orton Fell Race is a 10 km fell race with 258 m of climb at Orton C of E Primary School on 26 September 2026. The event includes senior and two junior races and accepts teams of three, with junior on the day entries.

Take on the Eskdale Show fell race in the Lake District, a scenic 6.9 km course with 277 m of climb across classic fell terrain. Open to adults and juniors, with easy entry on the day for spontaneous race plans.

The North Barrule will take place in Ramsey on Saturday 26 September 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

The Three Shires Fell Race is a 22 km mountain event with 1535 m of climbing. Starting from Tilberthwaite Farm, this classic fell race requires navigational skills and specific safety kit for all participants.

A 7 km fell race near Burnley featuring 400 meters of ascent over rough moorland and grassy descents. This flagged course takes runners to the Thieveley Pike trig point with registration at St John’s Church Hall.

A 24-hour, self-directed trail challenge at Leighton Hall on a 5 km off-road loop. Individual, couples and team entries let participants swap turns, run through the night, and target distance or time-on-feet prizes.

Trail runs at Harewood House across more than 1,000 acres with 5, 10 and 15 mile options. Canicross friendly, live chip timing, finishers receive a medal and refreshments.

A single-lap 13 km BM fell race on Ilkley Moor with 370 m ascent over rocky tracks, heathery paths, a mile of road and forest sections with roots and slippery bridges. Basic facilities and FRA mandatory kit are required.

A 30.9 mile ultra on 26 September 2026 from Blackpool Tower to Lancaster Castle with a short ferry crossing. The marked route runs along promenade, coastal paths and country roads with compulsory checkpoints and mandatory safety kit.