Trail Running calendar near Penrith 2025-2026

Take on the Wooler Vertical, a challenging 4 mile out and back to the top of Humbleton Hill with 1000 feet of ascent from The Cheviot Centre. Raw trails and panoramic winter views make for a true test of grit.

Start your New Year with the Clowbridge 5k on 1 January 2026, a scenic two lap trail around Clowbridge Reservoir. Friendly marshals, prizes and proceeds donated to local causes make this a festive community run.

Kick off the year with the Brampton Trail Run, a single lap 7 kilometre off road route through scenic Cumbria. Expect muddy, undulating trails, a bespoke finisher medal and post race coffee and cakes to celebrate.

Take on a 12 kilometre multi terrain trail around Whitley Bay, starting on the beach and finishing on the running track with stunning coastal and clifftop views. Limited places make this scenic January run one to book early.

Take on scenic trails at Whinlatter Forest South with a dog friendly 5k or 10k, less technical routes and plenty of woodland views. Chip timed individual starts and GPX files make this a relaxed winter trail for runners with or without dogs..

Run across the stunning 1,000 acre Harewood House estate on 10 January 2026 with 5km, 10km and half marathon options. Canicross friendly with medals, snacks and lively chip timing for a memorable winter trail experience.

Explore the wild Bowland fells in January with a challenging 13 mile trail around Slaidburn, offering about 2,000 ft of ascent and varied terrain. Support local foodbanks while enjoying a post race meal and a keepsake.

Hit the winter trails at Hamsterley Forest on 10 January 2026 with a Half Marathon or 10k across woodland tracks and scenic forest paths. Entries include a bespoke event mug, hot soup and roll and free photos to warm you after the run.

Bowland Ultra 2026 is a winter 42 mile challenge starting and finishing in Slaidburn, with rugged trails, boggy climbs and 1,700 m of ascent. Four aid stations, GPS tracking and hot food keep you moving while proceeds support Morecambe Bay..

Tackle the Winter Wipeout, a deep winter fell run to Hedgehope summit and back to Ingram Cafe over roughly half marathon distance. Fully marked and marshalled, it is not for beginners so carry required winter kit and enjoy warming soup on r..

Its Grim Up North Running presents the Skipton Sweetie Skedaddle in Skipton, starting near Aireville Park and finishing in town. The flat, towpath course runs along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal and offers distances from 5k to Ultra. Depend..

Join a guided recce of the Hardmoors 55 route from Osmotherley to Helmsley, about 25 miles across classic North Yorkshire moorland. Small supported groups, checkpoints and hot drinks on arrival make this a great winter training day.

Hebden 2026 is a winter trail challenge from Mytholmroyd offering 22 mile and 15 mile routes with big climbs and stunning Calderdale scenery. Entries are limited to 500 and currently full with a waiting list opening.

Night recce of the Montane Lakeland 50 and 100 route from Ambleside to Coniston, a 16 mile evening trail to mirror race conditions. For confirmed 2026 entrants only. Full kit required.

Explore scenic off road trails around Otley and Leeds from half marathon to ultramarathon, with rewarding climbs and Meanwood Valley Trail views. Field capped at 200, finishers get a medal and event T shirt plus hot vegan friendly food.

The Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge in Durham is a trail running event held at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club along the scenic River Wear, offering views of the Cathedral. Participants can run as many laps as they wish within seven hours, with..

Take on the Stanbury Splash, a hilly 12 kilometre fell race around Haworth with stream crossings and moorland views. As the Woodentops series finale entries are limited so book now for a proper Yorkshire challenge.

Tackle a classic Cumbrian fell at Blake Fell Race starting from The Leaps in Kirkland on Saturday 24 January 2026. The senior route is a tough 9.5 km with 429 m of ascent and junior races for a range of ages.

Run Petzl Night Runner Rivington on Winter Hill at night, the series finale with reflective course signs and radio mast views. Pick 10k or half on rough off road terrain, earn a glow in the dark medal and bring kids for a free 1k.

Tackle a midwinter multi terrain 10k or 16k in Leeds from the Kirkstall Bridge Inn. Enjoy a single lap of scenic canal and riverside trails with about 200 m of climb for a challenging and rewarding winter run.