Trail Running calendar near Penwortham 2026-2027

An endurance format event on 25 July 2026 at The Sidings, Wirral Country Park. Runners complete a 4.167 mile loop each hour until only one remains; the event is sold out with a waiting list.

A Category BM fell race on 25 July 2026 covering 12.9 km with 610 m of ascent around Calderbrook. Event HQ is at Calderbrook Community Church with parking at Stansfield Estate Playing Fields and team prizes for men and women.

A 5 km muddy obstacle run around Sefton Park on 25 July 2026, featuring climbs, crawls and slides. Waves start every 15 minutes, minimum age 13, and the event supports fundraising for cancer research.

Riverside trail races at Piglove By The River in Leeds offering an approx 43-45 km ultra and a 22 km half on flat, well signposted courses with water stations, a finisher medal and a pint from Piglove Brewery.

A 28.5 km moorland fell race around Holme Moss on 26 July 2026, featuring Pennine Way sections and steep climbs. Entry is restricted to experienced runners with mandatory kit and navigation skills, and registration is at Cartworth Moor Cric..

This 14 km fell run in the Yorkshire Dales starts from historic Bolton Castle. The route includes 305 metres of climb and welcomes teams. Records show a fast, competitive history for this FRA-permitted event.

MacTuffX Sheffield pairs ten functional fitness Xercises with ten runs at City Athletics Stadium on 26 July 2026, with Solo, Doubles, and Relay entry options and a LITE weight division for reduced loads.

A 5k obstacle event at Central Forest Park, Stoke On Trent on 26 July 2026 where participants climb, crawl and slide around a mixed-surface course. Entry includes a fundraising pack, back sign, training support and a finishers medal.

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.

The Wizard 5 is a multi terrain 5 mile race around Alderley Edge, Nether Alderley and Hare Hill. The race follows a traditional woodland and field route and is organised by Wilmslow Running Club with proceeds donated to charity.

Tackle the Fellrunner at Lee Mill Quarry, a 10km fell race with 332 m climb, offering steep scenic trails and a tough workout. Entry on the day and teams welcome make this a lively opener for the Rossendale mid week series.

A 6.4 km fell race near Llangollen with 289 m of climb and partial course marking. Entry on the day only for £5 and there are no toilet facilities because the café is closed.

A short, steep fell race near Middletown on 29 July 2026 covering 2.8 km with 440 m ascent. Pre entry costs £7 on SI Entries or £10 on the night and junior races are included.

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

Evening 5 km and 10 km races from Piglove By The River in Leeds, on flat riverside trails along the Trans Pennine Trail. Limited entry, basic facilities, and a courtesy drink for finishers.

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.

Join the Heart Of The Lakes Rydal Round, a scenic Lake District fell run of 9 miles with 915 m climb around Rydal Park. Entry is on the day and the race opens Ambleside Sports; sports field admission applies.

A women only 50 km ultramarathon around Hebden Bridge and Haworth with 5,000 feet of ascent, vegan friendly checkpoints about every 6 miles, trackers, baggage storage, sanitary products and a finisher medal.

A trail run and challenge walk in Hartington, Peak District, with two routes of about 26 miles and 15 miles. Routes use GPX and written guides, have checkpoints with aid stations, and require mandatory navigation and safety kit.