Trail Running calendar near Pontefract 2026-2027

A 53 mile point to point ultramarathon from Guisborough to Helmsley across the North York Moors with about 2,300 m ascent and a 16 hour limit. Mandatory kit, several checkpoints, two non returnable drop bags and strict crew rules apply.

A well marked 50 mile trail race from Manchester to Liverpool along the Trans Pennine Trail, featuring live GPS tracking, six staffed checkpoints and a 14 hour cut off.

A coastal 10 km on Blackpool Beach starting and finishing beside the Mirror Ball, timed with the tides. Event HQ on South Promenade handles number collection and baggage, with a water station at 5 km and medical cover on course.

Peak Rail 7 pits runners against a steam hauled heritage train on the route from Rowsley South to Matlock Riverside and back. The course uses shared trails with marshals, on site parking, and post race photos and results published online.

Trail run and walk at Guisborough Rugby Club on 4 April 2026 supporting Teesside Samaritans, with 10 km and 20 km options, finishers medals, T shirts, stocked checkpoints and medical cover.

A community focused trail race at Yorkshire Cycle Hub on 3 April 2027, the third annual Mind Over Moors event features a well marked 10 km circular course, limited entries, and proceeds supporting mental health charities.

A canal side running festival on 4 April 2027 along the Rochdale Canal offering races from 5 km to 100 km, with aid stations, chip timing, optional transport and prize categories.

The Normanby Hall Adventure Race on 4 April 2027 is a cross country obstacle event at Normanby Hall Country Park with water, mud, sand, crawl nets and horse jumps. Distances include 5 km, 10 km and a junior Bale Jumper.

Trail races on the Monsal Trail in Bakewell with a half marathon and a 10k on Saturday and Sunday in April. The course follows a former railway line through four tunnels and across the Monsal viaduct with route maps available.

A coastal trail run of 7.4 miles with 890 ft of ascent, starting and finishing in Skinningrove and passing along the Cleveland Way into Saltburn. Open to participants aged 15 and over with a 2.5 hour time limit and multiple prize categories..

A 14.35 miles trail along the north east coast from Redcar Beach Base to Staithes, featuring sand, cliffs and 1591 ft of ascent. The event has a five hour cutoff, 150 places and a minimum age of 17.

A coastal trail marathon on 11 April 2027 from Redcar to Whitby along the Cleveland Way, covering about 26.57 miles with 3,263 ft of elevation. The route includes varied terrain, a 10 hour cutoff, and 300 places.

A self guided circa 37 mile challenge from Goathland in the North York Moors National Park visiting five triangulation pillars. Solo entrants and pairs compete with limited places and mandatory kit and checkpoint checks.

Off road ultramarathon around Calderdale with 50 mile and 30 mile options following the traditional Calderdale Way, passing Heptonstall, Todmorden and Brighouse. Six aid stations and cut offs of 17 hours and 10 hours.

Pennine Barrier 50 mile is a 50 mile ultramarathon in the United Kingdom on 1 May 2027. It is part of the Ultra Great Britain Race Series and organised by GB ULTRAS LTD, with the series offering live online GPS tracking.

A five mile trail race at Clock Face Country Park on Sunday 9 May 2027 held in memory of Chris Lam. Organised by Widnes Running Club with chip timing, podium prizes for men and women and an age minimum of 15.

A single stage 160 mile trail ultramarathon along the Cleveland Way and Tabular Hills with over 7000 m ascent and a 50 hour limit. Entries are capped at 60, all runners must have motorised support and trackers are included.

A 24 hour individual challenge in the Peak District where runners complete as many 21.7 km loops as they can. On site accommodation, meals and safety support are provided and finishers receive an eco-trophy.

A guided trail weekend from Horton in Ribblesdale tackling the Yorkshire Three Peaks route of 38.6 km plus an optional 10 km loop the next day, with bunkhouse accommodation and coaching from a qualified guide.

Cheshire Ring Ultra 100 Mile is a 100 mile ultramarathon in the United Kingdom on 25/09/2027 to 26/09/2027. Organised by GB ULTRAS LTD, it is part of the Ultra Great Britain Race Series and features live online GPS tracking.