Trail Running calendar near Pontefract 2025-2026

Tackle the classic Famous Grouse Fell Race in the Peak District on Sunday 30 November 2025, a sharp 8.4 km route with 335 m of climb around Birch Vale. Entry on the day, limited field for a proper fell race atmosphere.

The Drop Kendal drops solo runners or teams at an unknown location blindfolded and challenges them to find their way back to base in Kendal. Choose 10 or 15 mile routes for a map free test of navigation and stamina.

Join the Cannock Chase Forest Christmas trail runs on 6 December for 5k, 10k and a junior run through undulating forest trails. Wear seasonal fancy dress for a chance to win best dressed, and enjoy a bespoke medal, free photos and prizes.

Take on the scenic Carsington Water Half Marathon or 10K on Saturday 6 December 2025, running undulating reservoir trails with marked kilometres. Enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal, post race goodies and a lively event village.

Take on Rudolph's Romp, a scenic 25 mile route across the Yorkshire Wolds with sweeping views of the Vale of York and the Humber. Organised by LDWA East Yorkshire on 6 December 2025.

Take on the Really Wild Boar fell race on Sat 6 Dec 2025 in the York Dales, a 9 km challenge with 450 m of climb through classic fell terrain. On the day entry is £10 and includes soup and a roll. Register at the Fat Lamb Country Inn.

The Mytholmroyd Fell Race on Sunday 7 December 2025 offers a tough 6 mile route with 500 m ascent across classic Pennine terrain near Hebden Bridge. Pre entry and full FRA kit are required.

Join the Chasewater Christmas Pudding Dash on 7 December for scenic 5k and 10k trail laps around Chasewater Reservoir, plus a junior run. Enjoy festive fun with a bespoke medal, free photos and prizes including best dressed costume.

The The Beacon Bash will take place in Appley Bridge on Sunday 7 December 2025. You can run 20 miles.

Join Northwich Running Club for the Marbury Festive Fun Run on 7 Dec at Marbury Country Park, a flat 3 km loop for running or walking. Fancy dress is encouraged, Santa's Helpers will cheer you in and finishers get a Christmas medal and trea..

Explore Greenhead Park and nearby streets in a fun urban orienteering using the MapRun app, with courses from short family routes to longer challenges. Meet in the Community Room beside Greenhead Park Café for maps and registration.

Enjoy colour coded orienteering at Beverley Westwood with courses for novices through experienced navigators. Explore runnable common land, small woods and contour features while grazing cows and a nearby golf course add local charm.

Join the Wycoller Wander on Sun 7 Dec 2025 for a scenic 6 mile trail with 850 ft of climb across the South West Pennines. Fancy dress is encouraged with a Heroes and Villains theme and proceeds support the BemoreLaura foundation.

Tackle the classic Gravy Pud fell race in the Peak District Sun 7 Dec 2025, an 8 km / 5 miles route with 305 m climb that visits rugged moorland and finishes at the Bulls Head in Tintwistle. A lively community event for experienced runners.

Tackle a scenic 3 hour mountain marathon across the Peak District moors, solo or in pairs with junior entries available. Pre entry only for this natural terrain challenge, with waterproof maps and post race hot drinks and flapjack.

Tackle a 10 km trail through Tatton Park on 7 December 2025, with undulating mixed terrain and a traffic free final kilometre. Enjoy a festive vibe, a bespoke finisher medal, prizes and support for charity MOVE.

Join Punk Panther Christmas Cracker in Otley for 32 miles, 19 miles or 12 miles of scenic trail on a mystery route with hearty climbs. Finish amid festive camaraderie and collect a medal and event T shirt to celebrate your run.

Take on Moors The Merrier 21, a 21 mile circular fell race around Hebden Bridge on 13 December 2025 that tests navigation and rewards moorland views. Limited to 275 pre entry places, and yes a Santa hat and a present are required.

Tackle up to three looped routes through moorland and towns around Holmfirth at the 20th Regular Irregular on 13 December 2025. Walk or run, enjoy snacks and a finish meal, and choose the distance that suits you.

Join the Valhalla Winter Run, a timed six hour trail on a 2.2 mile undulating out and back loop at York University. Run a lap, a marathon distance or keep going for six hours and enjoy a bespoke medal, goody bag and festive treats.