Trail Running calendar near Pontefract 2026-2027

A point-to-point trail run from Bury to Rawtenstall alongside the East Lancashire Railway and the River Irwell. Runners try to keep pace with a steam train while supporters can ride the train; finishers receive a medal and T-shirt.

A chip-timed 5-mile multi-terrain race through Arrowe Park on 12 July 2026, featuring woodland trails, grassy paths and parkland. Water stations, on-site toilets, a finish medal and goody bag are provided.

A forest marathon weekend at Sherwood Pines on 12 July 2026 with marathon, half, mini and a new 50.6 km ultra. Mixed-trail loops, chip timing, aid stations and an event village with food, vendors and bespoke wooden finisher trophies.

Trunce 6 in Oxspring on Mon 13 Jul 2026 is a testing 6.2 km Peak District race with about 190 m of climb from Oxspring Playing Field, main race for 16 and over. Enter on the day for £3 and juniors over 10 can run a 3 km race for £1.

A summertime off road race of about 5 miles along the River Mersey in Sale, organised by Dragons Running Club. The event uses chip timing, provides finish mementos and shares profits with local charities.

An evening team relay at Golden Acre Park in Leeds on 14 July 2026. Teams of three from School Years 2 to 7 run a trail course of three one mile laps. Entry is limited to 70 teams and only online entries are accepted.

A monthly trail race at Wirral Country Park, the July event on 14 July 2026 uses an approximately 8K course and is open to runners aged 16 and over. Entry is £16 for one race or £64 for the full five-race series.

A 7.3 km Peak District fell race around Win Hill on 15 July 2026, starting and finishing at Bamford Recreation Ground. The well marked route includes a climb to the summit area, a downhill return and on site refreshments with proceeds to lo..

Tackle a scenic fell race from Chop Gate in the North York Moors, covering 6.1 miles with 344 m of ascent across classic moorland. Entry on the day is welcome with low fees for members and non members, and teams are catered for.

A fast, flat 10 km riverside event in Darlington offering medals and goody bags for all, competitive prizes for top finishers, and points toward a four-race series with awards in October.

A 6.7 km trail race on Totley and Blacka Moor near Sheffield on 16 July 2026, featuring a tarmac approach, a steep climb onto the moor and technical descents via Piper Gate. Entry is limited to 250 and basic pavilion facilities are availabl..

Beyond Manchester on 18 July 2026 offers a city-centre trail and ultra that explores canals, quays and greenbelt areas around Manchester, with GPX files, waymarked routes, feed stations and medical support.

A 26 km trail Metric Marathon starting and finishing in Hebden Bridge, running out to Stoodley Pike and back. The course is waymarked with marshals, a halfway checkpoint, a water station at the turnaround and baggage storage; all finishers..

A classic AM fell race during Ingleton's Gala day, covering 11km/6.8mi with 600m of ascent. The route runs from the village to Ingleborough summit and back along a public footpath.

A 50 mile, 5,500 ft circuit through Wensleydale and Swaledale with an ascent of Great Shunner Fell; for experienced walkers and runners with a 22 hour completion limit. The route is based at Harmby Village Hall and includes manned checkpoin..

An inflatable obstacle run in Knutsford, Cheshire on 18 July 2026 offering 2.5k laps with 15 to 90 obstacles, music zones, on-course water, finishers medals and family and group ticket options.

An overnight 12 hour endurance run around Wath Manvers Lake on a flat 3.21 Mile circuit. A clubhouse on course supplies facilities and parking, with on site camping available for an extra fee.

A 7.5 km mixed-terrain race starting and finishing at the Bell & Harp pub in Little Eaton, returning in 2026 with chip timing, a new 45+ category and an afterparty with music and food.

A 36 mile point-to-point ultra from Clitheroe Castle to Lancaster Castle with chip timing, live tracking, six checkpoints and mandatory kit. Pre-registration only, age 18+, entry fee £65 and a 10 hour maximum time limit.

A Category BM fell race of 12.9 km with 610 m ascent around Calderbrook, based at Calderbrook Community Church. Entries run from 28 February to 16 July 2026 and the minimum age is 18.