Trail Running calendar near Penrith 2026-2027

A social trail run in the Derwent Valley with 5k and 10k route options, followed by coffee and good craic at the Land Of Oak & Iron Cafe on 26 July 2026.

Tackle the Hameldon Quarry Race on 28 July 2026 in Hapton, Burnley, a lively 6.5 km trail with about 400 m of climb through Bowland terrain. Day entry only, low fees and team categories make it ideal for a spontaneous challenge.

Evening 5km and 10km races from Piglove By The River in Leeds, running along riverside trails and the Trans Pennine Trail, with toilets, bag storage and a post-race drink from Piglove Brewery. Entry limited to 150, minimum age 18.

The Lee Mill Fell Race opens the Mid-Week Series in Stubbylee Park, Bacup on 29 July 2026. The 10.7 km course features moorland climbs, a fast descent past Cowm Reservoir and a return through Lee Mill Quarry.

The Woodham Burn 5k will take place in Newton Aycliffe on Wednesday 29 July 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Ambleside Sports includes a BOFRA fell race on 30 July 2026 at Rydal Park. The course is 1.70 miles with 800 feet of climb through bracken to a rocky summit and includes senior and junior routes.

An evening pop-up running event in Skipton offering 5 km and 10 km races, pay-on-the-day places, a jumble medal and post-race hot food with drink options.

Rydal Round on 30 July 2026 is the opening Ambleside Sports fell race, listed as 14.5 km with 915 m of climb. Entry is on the day only and competitors must carry full kit under FRA rules.

A time based trail festival at Druridge Bay on 31 July to 1 August 2026, featuring 12 and 24 hour running formats on a 4 km loop for solo runners, pairs, or teams, plus an outdoor Hybrid Games area and live music and food vendors.

She Strides Women only 50K is a women only ultramarathon in West Yorkshire with a circular marked 50 km route and about 1400 m of ascent. Four vegan friendly checkpoints and a ten hour cutoff at checkpoint 4 support participants.

A 37 mile ultramarathon on Isaac's Tea Trail run in reverse around the North Pennines AONB, starting and finishing in Allendale. Solo and three person relay options, self navigated with checkpoints, GPX support and a 12 hour completion wind..

A 36 mile ultramarathon along the Esk Valley Way from Castleton to Whitby Harbour. Fully way marked with GPS tracking, staffed checkpoints, mandatory kit requirements and a finisher medal.

A 24 mile walk or run around Calderdale from Heath Rugby Club, following footpaths, woods and a riverside stretch, with checkpoints, refreshments and a finish meal; participants should bring their own mug.

A fell race held during the Osmotherley Show on Saturday 1 August 2026, covering 8.8 km with 320 m of climb. Open to runners aged 16 and over, entry is on the day and show admission is required.

A 17 mile fell race around Borrowdale with about 6500 feet of ascent, starting and finishing in Rosthwaite. Entry is limited to 350 and runners must meet specified experience and kit requirements.

A 10 km trail race through Gisburn Forest near Slaidburn, Lancashire on 1 August 2026, organised by Pendle Trail Running Club. Licensed by the Trail Running Association with entries open 18 April to 17 July.

A country show hill race in Powburn featuring a marked six mile course that climbs East Hill and returns via Ingram, with a separate two mile junior race for under 14s.

A fell race on Farleton Knott with a 2.60 mile / 4.20 km route and 750 feet / 230 meters of climb. The course climbs the front of the fell, crosses the top and returns along the lower path; parking costs £3.

Round Hill Fell Race is an 8.7 mile run across Blubberhouses Moor with about 1,100 ft of ascent, visiting Round Hill and Ellar Carr Pike. Entry is on the day for runners aged 18 and over and full FRA kit is required.

A coastal 10 mile out and back race from Souter Lighthouse with marked and marshalled route, scenic views and a special 10th anniversary medal for finishers. Awards are given to the top three men and women and basic facilities are provided.