Trail Running calendar near Preston 2026-2027

Join the Eldwick Gala fell race in the South West Pennines, a scenic but testing 3 mile course with 168 m climb and short junior races. Limited to 200 runners, this community event blends tough trails and festival fun.

Round Sheffield Run is a multi stage trail event around Sheffield featuring 11 timed stages within a 24 km route. Participants can run solo or as a pair and receive individual stage times plus an overall time shortly after finishing.

A Peak District fell race on 28 June 2026 covering 15.5 miles (25 km) with about 2950 ft (900 m) of ascent. Entry is on the day only with fees of £8 for FRA members and £10 for non-members. Runners must be over 18 and carry full FRA kit.

A 13K FRA Category AM fell race in the Lake District with 825 m ascent, using the enforced classic route and three checkpoints. Navigation skills, an OS map and the FRA mandatory kit are required; GPS is not permitted.

Gategill Fell Race on Wed 1 Jul 2026 in the Lake District is a short steep 3.6 km climb that tests hill running and grit. On the day entries only, wear grippy shoes and enjoy refreshments as proceeds support the local community.

Cragg Vale on 1 July 2026 is a 4 miles (6.4 km) fell race with 244 m of climb run from the village near Cragg Vale Church. Entry on the day is £8 cash and registration and refreshments are based at Cragg Church.

Join the Whernside fell race in the Yorkshire Dales on Wed 1 Jul 2026 for a thrilling 10.5 km run with 468 m of ascent and spectacular Ribblehead scenery. Perfect for experienced fell runners looking for a bold midweek challenge.

Take on the Hope Wakes Fell Race on 1 July 2026: a scenic 9.5 km Peak District route with 458 m of climb, starting and finishing at Hope Sportsfield. On the day entry is £8 and all profits go to local charities.

Take on the Winster Hill Race in the heart of the Peak District with a 4 mile course and 177 m of climb that rewards effort with stunning views. Open to runners aged 14 and up with affordable pre entry and on the day entry available.

Explore the Peak District on the Edale Skyline Trail Weekend with the rugged 23 mile Skyline route or a shorter 10 km option. Stay near Edale, get guided trail coaching and enjoy spectacular views with fellow runners.

Beat The Bounds in Patterdale on 4 July 2026 traces the historic parish boundary with options from a 28 mile endurance route to a family downhill walk. Enjoy stunning Lake District scenery while supporting the local school and church.

A multi-distance trekking and trail running event in the Southern Peak District with Bakewell basecamp on 4 to 5 July 2026. Distances span 10 miles to 100 km and the event includes camping, marquee rest stops, medical cover and GPS tracking..

Run July the Turd on 4 July 2026 around Ironbridge valley in Shropshire from The Unicorn Inn. Choose marathon, 16 mile or 8 mile on mixed tracks, paths and road; road shoes suffice, onsite parking and finisher bling.

A circular trail race of about 31.7 km around Muker with almost 3,000 ft of ascent, reaching Tan Hill Inn and returning via the Pennine Way. The course is fully marked and supported with aid stations, GPX downloads and marshals on route.

A roughly 15.5 to 16 km loop from Muker via Swinner Gill, with marked upland trails, mandatory kit checks and fully stocked aid stations offering vegan and gluten free options. Entrants must be 16 or older and the field is limited to 100 ru..

Take on the Darren Holloway Memorial Race Buttermere Horseshoe on Sat 4 Jul 2026 in the Lake District. This tough 35.5 km mountain course with 2515 m of climb rewards strong trail skills and spectacular fell scenery.

Take on the Fellrunner at Heptonstall Festival, a scenic 9.5 km fell race with about 500 m of climb in the South West Pennines. Finish to live music, food stalls and a free pint; entry on the day £7.

A senior fell race on 4 July 2026 in Warslow, Peak District: 10 km with 675 m ascent, limited to 150 entries, FRA rules apply and a 1 hour 55 minute maximum finish time may be enforced.

Explore the Lake District in the Saunders Lakeland Mountain Marathon, a two day mountain navigation event for teams of two. Pick from varied courses, camp overnight and test map and compass skills on rugged terrain.

Run from Honister Slate Mine through about 1 km of mine tunnels wearing a helmet and headtorch, then climb to Fleetwith Pike and Grey Knotts. A short but fierce 6 km with 1500 m of ascent and spectacular Borrowdale scenery.