Trail Running calendar near Pickering 2026-2027

The Punk Panther Takes the Hindmost will take place in Otley on Saturday 25 July 2026.

A 54 km circular trail through the Yorkshire Wolds starting and ending at Pocklington, with about 4,100 ft of climb, four staffed checkpoints and a 12 hour overall cut off.

Alderman's Ascent in Greenfield on 25 July 2026 is an 8.5 km fell race with over 400 m of ascent, visiting Pots and Pans and Shaw Rocks. It is classed AS under FRA rules and will be a counter for the English Fell Running Championship.

Tackle classic Lake District terrain at the High Wether Howe fell race on Sat 25 Jul 2026, a 14 km route with 485 m of climb starting and finishing at Stepps Hall. Entry on the day is welcome and proceeds support the Shap community fund.

A six-hour lap challenge in Skellingthorpe on tarmac paths along an old railway, offering distances from 5 km to ultra with on-course drinks, food, parking and finishers' medal and goody bag.

A Category BM fell race around Calderbrook covering 12.9 km with 610 m ascent, based at Calderbrook Community Church. Entries run from 28 February to 23 July with modest entry fees and an 18 plus minimum age.

A 5k muddy obstacle course at Costello Stadium in Hull on 25 July 2026, where participants climb, crawl and slide across grass and tarmac. The event raises funds for Cancer Research UK and requires participants to be 13 or older.

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 fell race over moorland with sections of the Pennine Way, steep climbs and marked checkpoints. Entry is limited, minimum age 18, mandatory kit and FRA safety requirements apply.

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.

Test your endurance at MacTuffX Sheffield with a variety of interval based running events. Choose between solo, doubles, or relay formats featuring repeated 400m or 800m distances in this summer competition.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 37 mile loop along Isaac's Tea Trail through the North Pennines AONB with 4800 ft ascent. Solo ultra and three leg relay options include checkpoints, GPX route files and a 12 hour completion window.

A **36 miles** ultra following the Esk Valley Way from Castleton to Whitby Harbour, fully way marked and GPS tracked, with staffed checkpoints, medical support and options for coach or train return.

A 24 mile walk or run on Saturday 1 August 2026 starting and finishing at Heath Rugby Club near Halifax, following footpaths, woods and canal stretches, with checkpoints, refreshments and a finish meal.