Trail Running calendar near Penrith 2025-2026

The CBTE Morland 'Marathon' is a 29 mile trail ultra with about 3,000 ft of climbing through Eden Valley near Pennines and Howgills. Stone circles, waterfalls and village charm await; open to runners and walkers with full tracking.

Run the Northumberland coast from Bamburgh Castle to Druridge Bay, passing dramatic coastal castles and wide sea views. Choose 54 km or the new 27 km and enjoy live timing, feed stations, a medal and a shirt at the finish.

Run a muddy, hilly 5k through Hamsterley Forest with natural obstacles and a fun, small field vibe. Open to runners and dogs, entries capped at 50 and finishers get medals and photos.

Join the Granny's Bay Challenge, a 6 hour timed run along the flat Ribble estuary path in Lytham St Annes, limited to 100 entrants. Enjoy coastal views from the Fylde Spitfire Memorial start and earn a medal after just one lap.

Take on the Roddlesworth Roller, a scenic 9 km trail around lakes and through woods on good paths and roads. Held at Abbey Village on 8 March 2026, this friendly community race welcomes all ages and raises funds for the school PTA.

Take on the Carrock Fell Race in the Lake District on 8 March 2026, 9 km with 500 m climb over rugged terrain. Unmarked route demands map and compass skills and entry is on the day for a spur of the moment fell challenge.

Join the 45th Haworth Hobble on Saturday 14 March 2026, a challenging 51 km fell ultra across gritstone moors with about 1,340 m of climb. Remote trails, trackers and strict checkpoints make this a rewarding test for experienced runners.

Punk Panther Welcome Way is a scenic but testing trail around Otley that winds over moorland, rivers, reservoirs and woodland across distances from 13 miles to 50 miles. Limited to 200 runners, it includes checkpoints, support and UTMB poin..

Enjoy stunning Lakeland scenery while tackling the classic Causey Pike fell race, 4.5 miles with 543 m of climb over rough terrain. Pre entry via SiEntries is required, full FRA kit is mandatory and minimum age is 16.

Run through the historic Alnwick Castle grounds and scenic Hulne Park on 10 km or half marathon routes that start and finish outside the castle. All finishers receive a medal and snacks while entries support local youth development.

Join the Trotters 5 Mile Community Trail Run at Smithills Sports Centre in Bolton on 15 March 2026 for a friendly, chip timed five mile off road challenge. Entry limited to 300 runners so grab your spot and enjoy a community atmosphere.

Test yourself on Sun 15 Mar 2026 in the Lake District with a 15 km fell race from Muncaster Castle featuring 620 m of climb over rough, sometimes navigational terrain. Entry is cash only on the day, £5, teams welcome.

The Mount Karrin will take place in Sulby on Sunday 15 March 2026. You can run 9 miles.

Take on a scenic 8 km trail with about 400 m of climb around Bulbys Wood, Ingram on Sun 15 Mar 2026. Entry is on the day only, £5, for runners aged 16 or over seeking a tough, rewarding hill challenge.

Tackle the scenic 20 mile Link Challenge at Burrs Country Park, threading villages, woodlands and meadows. A supported trail run or hike with aid stations and proceeds benefiting Sunnywood youth services.

Tackle the iconic Hardmoors 55, a 55 mile ultramarathon across the North York Moors and Cleveland Hills via the Cleveland Way, with 2700 m of climbing. A tough, largely unsupported trail race with mandatory kit and tracking.

Tackle 14 kilometres of classic Chevin trails around Otley, with about 650 metres of climb, forest singletrack and sweeping views. Great Owl Running hosts this adults only fell race with post race refreshments at The Black Horse.

Take on Otley's scenic 10 km fell race on 21 March 2026, with 390 metres of climbing through Chevin Forest and Surprise View. Organised by Great Owl Running, the single lap starts and finishes on Station Road with post race refreshments at..

Join Smithy's Charity Trail Run on 21 March 2026 for a lively 5 mile trail through Rainy's Deakins Park in Egerton. Enjoy scenic trails, friendly competition and great causes in a community event by Mad Bull Events.

Jarrett's Jaunt is a Lake District fell race from Wath Brow Bridge, with rugged trails, steep climbs and great views. About 9 km with 440 m ascent, the handicap format gives a fun competitive test and pre entry is required.