Trail Running calendar near Preston 2026-2027

A three hour scored fell race around Alstonefield in the Peak District with route choice, navigation and required FRA kit, part of a four race Peak Raid series.

Trail event at Whinlatter with two routes including a Seat How summit loop, chip timed and marked, walking is permitted.

A Lakeland Paws canicross event in Grizedale forest, part of the 2026/2027 fifth series. It features forest routes for runners and their dogs across three Lake District locations and is organised by Green Space Events Ltd.

An 8 km fell race in the Peak District at Bulls Head, Tintwistle, with 305 m climb, team scoring, pre-entry and on the day entry both available for £8.

End of season event at Shipley Country Park on 7 December with a 6 hour format and random leftover medals for finishers; entry listed at £31.

A night trail run of 8 km with 244 m of climb around Dinas Bran Leisure Centre in Llangollen. A good head torch is essential and online entry carries a £5 fee.

A winter trail event in Otley offering 12, 19 and 32 mile routes with checkpoints, mandatory kit, trackers for ultras and a finish at The Bridge United Reform Church.

A winter walk or run on Saturday 12th December 2026 around the moors of Hebden Bridge, covering a 21 mile circular route from Mytholmroyd Community Centre. A Santa hat and a small present are required and Open Tracking is used for safety.

A winter walking and running event near Holmfirth with three loop options of 11.6, 7.2 and 4.2 miles, checkpoints, refreshments and specified safety kit requirements.

A 24 hour out and back ultra from Llanbenwch Caravan Park visiting five trig points, with solo and three person team options, marked routes and on site facilities.

Trail races and duathlons at Sherwood Pines in December with family, 5 km and 10 km options, chip timing and finishers' medals.

BigXmas Trail Festival on 13 December 2026 offers three trail distances at Sale Water Park in Greater Manchester. Courses are marked and marshalled with aid stations on the half and marathon, chip timing, and a finishers medal or tree plant..

A 6.6 km fell race to Chapelfell Top (703 m) in Weardale run entirely in the dark on unmarked, rough terrain; navigation experience and strict kit rules apply.

A festive trail race at Bwlch Penbarras with a mystery course of 6 to 12 kilometres, a canicross category, marshals and a mince pie at the finish.

A winter, unmarked 38 mile mountain circuit around Helvellyn starting and finishing at Askham Community Centre. Limited to experienced entrants, the event requires navigation skills, strict mandatory kit and offers minimal checkpoint suppor..

A 4.9 mile, 700 ft fell race at Penistone Hill with a route via Harbour Lodge and the Standing Stone; part of the Woodentops series with chip timing and team entries.

A family run festive four mile fancy dress run in Horwich on 20 December 2026. Chip timing, a Christmas themed trinket and costume prizes are included and the route is fully marshalled on local roads and paths.

A festive canal running event in Bingley with chip timed races from 5k to marathon along a flat towpath. The course is marshalled and signed, has feed stations every three miles and offers a bespoke festive finisher medal.

An informal pre Christmas meet up at Conwy Falls offering a leisurely walk or run of up to two hours, followed by a debrief and refreshments at Conwy Falls Cafe. Member and paid entry options are available.

An evening head-torch run at St Ives Estate offering 5 km or 10 km routes to raise funds for Sue Ryder, with virtual entry and event medals.