Trail Running calendar near Penwortham 2026-2027

Calverley Chaos is a fully marked 8 km 5 mile trail race based at The Railway Inn in Calverley, Leeds. The route uses permanent colored footpath markers with extra markers on race day and entry is limited to 150 runners.

Tackle the Peak District on 21 May 2026 at the Parks Life fell race in Belper Parks Recreation Ground. Choose the main 7 km route with 210 m climb or shorter junior races for U12 and U10, with on the day entries available.

Join the Castleton Great Ridge Race on 22 May 2026 in the Peak District for a scenic but challenging 9.2 km route with 427 m of climb over dramatic ridgelines. Open to adults 18 and over with online and on the day entry available.

Experience an evening fell race through ancient landscapes and modern turbines with views of Carsington Water. This 9.5 km event features steep hills, a downhill finish, and post race refreshments at the village pavilion.

Experience a 32 mile point to point trail ultra through East Lancashire visiting four unique hilltop art installations. This scenic route across the South Pennines combines industrial heritage with over 4700 feet of climbing.

Challenge yourself on a 25.5 km former SAS training route in the Howgill Fells. Choose between weighted, running, or walking categories and tackle 1500m of elevation gain with full safety support.

Experience a traditional 11.2km fell race with 400m of ascent across Hutton Roof Crags. This navigation based event features mandatory checkpoints, junior races, and a local country fair atmosphere.

The Sale and Ling Two Tops Dash features a 6-mile senior race and a 6K U18 race at Sale Fell. Junior races for various age groups are also on offer, with chip timing and multiple prize categories. The event takes place in late May.

Experience a 10km trail race through the scenic Nidderdale countryside featuring ancient woodland and moorland views. This well marked course starts and finishes at the Nidderdale Showground in Pateley Bridge.

Traverse the Shropshire Mid Wales border on a scenic 10 or 16 mile route. Enjoy a mix of moorland and woodland trails through the Afon Cynllaith valley with options for both walkers and runners.

Trail half marathon and 10K in Whinlatter Forest on 24 May 2026. Firm, technical forest terrain with steep climbs, live chip timing, canicross friendly and finishers receive a medal, drink and snack.

A short, classic fell race in Coniston featuring a steep climb and a rapid descent over scree. The 1.6 km course is a BOFRA Championship counter, with categories from Under 9 to Seniors. Parking is available nearby for a fee.

Take on the Glaramara Fell Race on Sun 24 May 2026 in the Lake District, starting from Glaramara Outdoor Centre at Seatoller. The 8 km course packs 700 m of climb and entry on the day is free with donations to charity.

Enjoy a lively 6.5 km hill run on Mynydd Myfyr near Oswestry with mixed terrain and 150 m of climbing, supporting Trefonen Hill Walk Weekend. Entry on the day welcome; scenic views and prizes make it a rewarding spring challenge.

Choose your own distance on a flat, scenic 5.3km loop along the River Mersey. This timed event gives you 7 hours to run as many laps as you like, from a single lap to an ultra. Every participant earns a finisher's medal.

Experience a 13 km fell race through the Yorkshire Dales National Park and Crummockdale. This event features a well marked course with 365m of climbing held alongside a traditional village street market.

Tackle a scenic 4.5 mile fell race with 305 m of climbing around Bamford in the Peak District on Monday 25 May 2026. Part of the lively Bamford sheepdog trial festival, the event pairs fast trails with rural festivities and offers pre entry..

This fell race in Great Harwood covers 8.8 km with 300m of climb, starting at the New Showfield. It is part of the Great Harwood Show, and entry includes admission to the show. The event is for seniors aged 18+ only.

Take on the Stanhill Fell Race on Wed 27 May 2026 in Stanhill, Lancashire, a sharp 8 km fell challenge through the Bowland hills with roughly 250 m of climb. Finish at the Britannia Tap and Grill for friendly post race banter and local beer..

Experience the inaugural Bluebell's Revenge fell race featuring an 8.9 km figure-of-eight course around the Chevin. This FRA-licensed event offers 315 meters of climbing and concludes with social food and drinks at the Bluebell Inn.