Trail Running calendar near Pontefract 2025-2026

The Pennine Bridleway PB18km Trail Running event is an 18km trail running adventure designed for participants of all skill levels, from beginners to elite athletes. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Peak District, the course features a mix of fast trails and challenging ascents, making it an..

The Ranger Ultras PB50km Ultra is a trail running event held in the Peak District, based in the historic village of Hayfield. Covering 50 kilometers, the course features a grand loop incorporating the Pennine Bridleway, Pennine Way, and Limestone Way, offering a mix of fast trails, challenging ascen..

The Link Challenge 2026 is a 20-mile trail run or hike held at Burrs Country Park in Bury, UK. The scenic route connects six historic villages—Nangreaves, Holcombe, Hawkshaw, Affetside, Ainsworth, and Greenmount—passing through iconic landmarks, woodlands, and open meadows. The event emphasizes cama..

The Hardmoors 55 is a challenging 55-mile ultramarathon held in the North York Moors, running from Guisborough to Helmsley. The course traverses the Cleveland Hills and follows 95% of the Cleveland Way National Trail, featuring over 2700 meters of ascent. Participants face potentially harsh, winter-..

We Need to Talk About Chevin is a challenging fell race held in Otley, starting and finishing on Station Road with race headquarters at The Black Horse pub. Covering 14km (9 miles) with 650m (2130ft) of elevation, the course features tough climbs including the infamous Chevin Steps, Surprise View, D..

The Moo-rathon, Calf and Hen K is an exciting running event hosted by Zig Zag Running at Hyde Hall Farm, Buntingford. Celebrating its third year, participants can choose from various distances, including 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon, and Ultra Marathon. The scenic route starts at the farm's bas..

The Canalathon Ultra Running Festival, held at Sowerby Bridge Cricket Club in West Yorkshire, offers runners scenic ultra-distance races along the Rochdale Canal through Yorkshire and Lancashire's historic industrial towns. The event features flat, fast courses with minimal elevation and no navigati..

The Blubberhouses Moor will take place in Harrogate on Sunday 22 March 2026.

The Monsal Trail March Half Marathon Weekend, held in Bakewell, Derbyshire, offers runners a scenic and traffic-free experience on one of the Peak District's most iconic trails. Participants can choose between a half marathon and a 10k race, both taking place over the weekend. The course follows a f..

The Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge in Durham is a trail running event held at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club along the scenic River Wear, offering views of the Cathedral. Participants can run as many laps as they wish within seven hours, with each lap measuring approximately 4.37 miles (7 km), subject..

The Silva Moors Traverse is an 80km ultra-distance running event held in northern England, following Alfred Wainwright’s famous coast-to-coast route from Ingleby Cross to Robin Hood’s Bay. The course traces the northern edge of the North York Moors National Park and winds through eastern Yorkshire,..

The Silva Dales Traverse is a 55km ultra running event held in northern England, following Alfred Wainwright’s famous coast-to-coast route from Kirkby Stephen to Richmond. The course traverses the scenic North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, crosses the iconic Nine Standards, and winds..

The Manchester to Liverpool Ultra 50 is a 50-mile ultra-running event held in the UK, following the scenic Trans-Pennine Trail, Manchester Ship Canal, and River Mersey from Manchester to Liverpool. Starting at the Imperial War Museum North in Manchester and finishing at the North End Sports and Soci..

The Stanhope Trail Races, organized by Greener Miles Running, take place in Stanhope, County Durham, within the scenic North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and UNESCO Global Geopark. The event offers two challenging trail distances: a 10k (7 miles, 1200ft elevation) and a half marathon..

The Yorkshire Trail Runs at Bramham Park offer 5km, 10km, and half marathon trail running events suitable for all fitness levels. Set in the scenic Bramham Park, a Grade I listed 18th-century estate in West Yorkshire, runners enjoy well-established woodland trails spanning over 1,200 acres. The cour..

The Charm Bracelet Marathon is a scenic 26.5-mile trail running event held along the stunning northeast coastline of the UK, starting at Redcar Beach Base and finishing in the picturesque fishing town of Whitby. Runners experience diverse terrain including coastal villages, sandy beaches, cliffs, mu..

The Charm Bracelet Half Marathon is a scenic 14.35-mile trail running event along the stunning northeast coastline of the UK. Starting at Redcar Beach Base and finishing in the historic fishing village of Staithes, the course features diverse terrain including sand, mud, rocks, and cliffs, with 1,59..

The Ranger Ultras PB137km Trail Challenge is a demanding 137km trail running event held along the Pennine Bridleway, spanning West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire moors, and finishing in Cumbria. Participants have 50 hours to complete the course, which features runnable trails, technical ascents totaling..

The Ranger Ultras PB230km Trail Challenge is a demanding ultra-distance trail running event held in the UK, covering 230km (143 miles) with 6,162 meters of ascent. Taking place from April 16 to 19, 2026, the course follows the Pennine Bridleway and scenic upland trails through the Peak District, Wes..

The SilverBackTrails Goathland V Trig Ultra is a challenging 37-mile running and walking event set in the scenic North York Moors National Park, starting and finishing in the picturesque village of Goathland. Participants navigate a self-chosen route visiting five Triangulation Pillars, with one che..