Trail Running calendar near Pickering 2026-2027

Run Punk Panther Green Gateways in Otley on 17 January 2026 for scenic off road trail running through the Green Gateways and Meanwood Valley corridors. Distances of 14.0 miles, 20.0 miles or 34.1 miles, limited entries and finisher T shirt.

Join a guided recce of the Hardmoors 55 on 17 January 2026, around 25 miles from Osmotherley to Helmsley with checkpoints and hot drinks at the finish. Not a race, groups are led by experienced run leaders with sweepers.

Tackle Hebden 2026 in Mytholmroyd on 17 January with 15 or 22 miles of demanding winter terrain and big climbs. Enjoy on route refreshments and a warm finish but bring winter kit and navigation skills.

Green Gateways is a trail run around Leeds on the Greenway and Meanwood Valley Trail, threading near city parks and green spaces. Pick 14, 20 or 34 mile routes with checkpoints and trackers for a rewarding urban trail adventure.

YHOA Night League at Bishop Wood, Saturday 17 January, brings night orienteering on courses from 1.6 to 5.4 km with an intro option for juniors and novices. Enter by 11 January to guarantee a map; entries close 15 January.

New mid winter pairs fell race in the Peak District, starting and finishing at Hathersage Primary School this January 2026. Tackle a rugged 24 km route with about 800 m of ascent, mandatory winter kit and stay together rules for a true team..

Join the Rise From The Ashes Run, a 7 hour timed trail along the River Wear with stunning Cathedral views, offering distances from a short 3 km up to marathon and ultra options. Finishers get a themed medal and goody bag with vegan choices.

Celebrate the New Year with the Sherwood Pines race at Sherwood Forest on 18 January 2026. Tackle undulating forest trails in 10k, 5k or Junior runs and enjoy bespoke medals, free photos and prizes.

Stanbury Splash on 18 January 2026 at Penistone Hill Country Park is a 12 km fell race with about 400 m of ascent across moorland, stream crossings and muddy climbs. Expect rugged scenery, winter kit requirements and a friendly Woodentops s..

Run 3 km to ultra in Rise From The Ashes Run North in Durham, a 7 hour Time Challenge along the River Wear with cathedral views. Finishers earn themed medals, goody bags and vegan snacks at aid stations.

Two winter races from Great Owl Running on 24 January 2026 at Kirkstall Bridge. A roughly 16 km multi terrain route follows the canal and River Aire while a 10 km out and back runs along the canal.

Light up your night at the Dalby Forest Head Torch Challenge, a fun 5 mile trail race through atmospheric singletrack and woodland. Expect muddy, adventurous terrain and a lively community vibe for runners of all abilities.

The North of England Cross Country Championships come to Pontefract Race Course on 24 January 2026, with races for U13 to senior athletes on a challenging parkland course. Chip timing and club colours required, entries close 18 January.

Take on The Half & Half 10 km on 25 January 2026 at Sowerby Bridge for a split terrain challenge. Rugged muddy trails and obstacles give way to a tarmac finish, entries are limited to 100 and hoodies are available to pre order.

Tigger Tor is a classic winter fell race from Fox House on 25 January 2026, taking runners across Houndkirk, Burbage and Hathersage Moors in a 14.2 km course with 490 m of climb. Navigation and mandatory kit make it a true fell challenge.

Explore Wilton Woods and Lazenby Bank East at a regional orienteering event on Sunday 25 January 2026. Varied courses for all abilities, car sharing encouraged, and a few on the day entries may be available subject to map availability.

Run classic Lake District fell country at the Blake Fell Race on 31 January 2026, a testing 9.5 km course with 429 m of climb around The Leaps. Entries are limited to 120 so book early for this spirited winter challenge.

Hoofstones Fell Race in Todmorden covers 8 miles with 425 m of climb across the Pennines, testing navigation skills. Race HQ is the Staff of Life pub where post race refreshments and prizes await; entries accepted pre entry or on the day.

Hardmoors 26.2 Saltburn features scenic but rugged circular trails of 28, 14.5 and 7.5 miles along the North York Moors coast with big climbs and sea views. Bring maps and mandatory kit and finishers get a medal.

A new trail running event at Fountains Abbey on 1 February 2026 with 5km, 10km and half marathon routes through the Deer Park, Water Garden and abbey grounds. Entries are sold out; the event is canicross friendly with live chip timing and a..