Trail Running calendar near Penwortham 2026-2027

Take on Mr Sparkle's Dark Un, an 8.1 km night fell race across moorland with stiff climbs, mud and a final descent on 27 Feb 2026. A headtorch and full body cover are required and places are limited, pre entry only.

Celebrate the tenth anniversary of the Chester Ultra 50 Mile, a 50 mile trail ultramarathon around North Cheshire linking the Sandstone Trail and Helsby Hill. Expect rugged singletrack, seven checkpoints and a tough but rewarding 17 hour cu..

Take on the South Pennine 24, a 24 mile winter route across the Dark Peak and South Pennine Moors with about 3,900 ft of ascent, starting and finishing at Dovestone Reservoir. Fully supported with checkpoints and finish soup.

Take part in the Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails Night Run on 28 February for a moonlit run through Whinlatter Forest with 5K and 10K options on runnable trails. Bring a head torch, dogs are welcome and the course is chip timed.

Castle 2 Castle Ultra is a 32 mile ultramarathon from Powis Estate in Welshpool to Caffi Wylfa in Chirk, blending fast flats with rolling footpaths for a scenic but testing challenge. This sold out event awards finishers a commemorative pla..

Tackle the 43rd South Shropshire Circular on 28 Feb 2026: a rugged 25 mile route from Minsterley Village Hall with about 4,675 ft ascent and a 10 hour time limit. Strong navigation skills, sturdy footwear and essential kit required.

Join Phoenix Running Manchester's Dragonfly Run at Hardy Farm for a timed, multi distance challenge on a flat riverside towpath. Enjoy a bespoke finisher medal option, cakes at aid stations and a £1 donation per runner to Glossop Cat Rescue..

The Carraghan will take place in Braddan on Saturday 28 February 2026.

Classic fell race from Dufton to High Cup Nick and back, covering 15 km with 460 m of climbing. Expect dramatic Pennine scenery, a stiff but rewarding route, and a warm village welcome at the finish.

The Wingerworth Wobble is a scenic 4.66 mile trail race from Wingerworth across fields, hills and woodland with a runnable hill finish. All finishers receive a medal and refreshments and proceeds support the local school.

Take on the Cannock Chase Wildwood Trail Series on 28 Feb 2026 at Birches Valley, a scenic yet testing woodland course with steep climbs, fast descents and technical, muddy trails. Half and 10K with canicross options and eco wooden medals.

Cloud Nine is a classic 9 mile fell race from Congleton to the summit of Bosley Cloud and back, offering rugged trails and great views. Entry is by pre registration only, places are limited and FRA mandatory kit rules apply.

Join Scrimshire's Scramble, a community trail 10K around North Leverton Windmill with mixed off road terrain and sweeping countryside views. Finishers get windmill milled flour, a sustainably designed medal and a jar of local honey.

Ilkley Moor Fell Race on 1 March 2026 challenges experienced runners with an 8 km course and 401 m of climb over steep, slippery, rocky terrain. Part of the FRA 50 at 50 list, the partly marked route requires mandatory kit and navigation.

Muddy Boots 10K in Ripon is a chip timed, scenic 10 kilometre loop through undulating farmland and trails, starting and finishing at St Wilfrid's School. Proceeds support the school and a family fun run plus homemade cakes add community cha..

Take on Saint Michael's Harrogate 10K or 5K on 1 March 2026, a scenic trail run supporting North Yorkshire Hospice Care. Family friendly 5K offers free child places with adult supervision and aid stations on course.

Join the Kendal Winter League, a friendly series of flagged fell and cross country races around Kendal open to all. Entry is online and basic safety kit is required, a brilliant way to enjoy winter trails and community.

Take on the Loggerheads Trail 5 km or 10 km at Loggerheads Country Park on 7 March 2026, including a 5 km canicross option and member entries. Enjoy varied riverside and technical trails, a few challenging steps, and friendly on site suppor..

Scenic trail across Saddleworth Moor with reservoir views and required self navigation between checkpoints. Choose roughly 25, 40 or 60 km routes with staffed checkpoints, live tracking and a post race meal.

Run the Scott Sports Dirty Dozen, a 12 km loop across Cannock Chase with muddy singletrack, climbs, fast descents and the notorious Ditch of Doom. Kids course, on site parking and a bespoke finisher medal complete the day.