Pooley Bridge
Trail Running Calendar near Pooley Bridge 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Pooley Bridge for 2026-2027! We've gathered 148 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
Timed MapRun navigation event at St John's Chapel with 60, 90, 120 and sometimes 180 minute courses; entry includes a waterproof map and a refreshment.
A Category BS fell race on Sale Fell near Wythop Mill with a 3.8 mile route, junior races, veteran category prizes and required mountain kit.
Trail races in Kendal on 21 November 2026 offering 10.6 km, 24.2 km and 48.4 km routes across town, fells and river trails with on-route outposts and full event services.
Trail runs at Thirlmere Reservoir on 21 November 2026 offering a Half Marathon and a 10km with chip timing, a finisher medal, and a T-shirt option.
A winter fell race on 28 November 2026 around Stybarrow Dodd, about 6.4 km with 700 m ascent, chip-timed and limited to 150 runners.
December 2026
Category AS fell handicap race near Ennerdale on 5 December 2026 with individual start times, mountain kit requirements and free parking.
A 9 km fell race in York. Dales on 5 December 2026 with 450 m ascent, on-the-day entry for £10 includes soup and a roll and registration at the Fat Lamb Country Inn.
A blindfolded navigation challenge in Kendal where participants are dropped at unknown locations and must find their own way back on foot. Options include 6 miles for non-locals, 10 miles, and 15 miles; devices are surrendered at registration.
Trail event on the south side of Whinlatter Forest offering 10k and 5k routes with spread out climbs, chip timing and GPX files provided.
A narrative trail of about 12 km around Distington, Parton and Harrington with written navigation, a finish medal and festive treats at Distington Community Centre.
A night-time fell race to Chapelfell Top on unmarked, pathless ground that requires off-path navigation experience and extensive, specified kit.
A winter ultra on 19 December 2026 that circuits Helvellyn for about 38 miles on unmarked mountain trails, requiring navigation, winter kit and self reliance.
Trail runs of 10 km and 20 km start from The Barn in Kirkby Lonsdale, with on and off road sections and navigation required for the 20 km route.
A 65 km winter trail ultra around the Kirkby Lonsdale skyline with 2000 m ascent, self-navigation and two staffed checkpoints offering hot food and drinks.
A short fell race at Orrest Head in Windermere on 20 Dec 2026: 1.6 km with 130 m climb, on-day entry by suggested £5 donation, minimum age 16.
Short but steep out and back fell race on Wansfell with a rocky summit checkpoint, rough underfoot terrain and a full FRA kit requirement.
January 2027
Junior trail race in Brampton, Cumbria on 3 January 2027 for 9 to 15 year olds, 2.9 kilometres on an undulating trail with medals, photos and age category prizes.