Trail Running calendar near Preston 2026-2027

Challenge yourself on the Great Longstone Chase, a classic fell race in the Peak District with 4.8 miles of rugged trail and 290 m of climb. Limited to 200 pre entered runners, the event also offers junior races and post race refreshments.

A 10 km trail race in Malham on 5 September 2026, the third event in the Due North Trail Trilogy, running via Malham Cove and Malham Tarn. The entry package includes drinks stations, a post-race meal, merchandise and free parking.

A charity trail running festival in Linthwaite on 5 September 2026, offering ultra and shorter trail races, tracked timing, waymarked routes and mandatory kit for the longer events.

Groovy Baby Love is a Peak District fell race from Hayfield Scout Hut on Sat 5 Sep 2026, 16 km with 675 m climb across unmarked ground. Mandatory kit and navigation skills required; pre entry and day entries available.

A 102 mile, 5,172 m elevation ultramarathon across Snowdonia on 5 September 2026 with 11 checkpoints and a 42 hour cut off. The course is self navigated and runners are tracked online via GB Race Tracker.

A 45 mile mountain ultramarathon in Snowdonia Eryri from Betws-y-Coed, with about 2800 m ascent, five supported checkpoints and mandatory mountain kit. Entry requires previous ultra and mountain experience and a minimum age of 20.

A 56 mile unmarked circular hike or ultra run in the Peak District organised by 3rd Hazel Grove Scout Group, held over the first full weekend in September. The 50th edition includes checkpoint refreshments, a finish breakfast and a timed ce..

A trail half marathon on 5 September 2026 based at Malham Show Field. The route passes Malham Cove and Malham Tarn and climbs to Weets Top before a long descent. It is the third race in the Due North Trail Trilogy.

A 7.1 km fell race on the Longshaw estate as part of the Longshaw Sheepdog Trials on 5 Sep 2026, using a revised route with about 236 m of ascent. Pre entry is required and the race is run under Fell Runners Association permit and insurance..

A 16 km Lake District fell race from Glenridding with 1525 m of climb, permit insured, pre entry only, and compulsory full kit for adult runners.

Join a scenic charity 10k across Staffordshire countryside, starting and finishing at the canal side Hartley Arms in Wheaton Aston. With only 150 places, the race finishes with music and food at the pub to celebrate local charities.

Trail races around Derwentwater from Fitz Park with 5k, 10k and 15k options, marked trails and varied terrain. The event features live music, local food stalls, limited water stations and event photography.

Blencathra Marathon on 6 Sept 2026 is a scenic yet demanding 26.4 mile fell loop from Caldbeck via five Wainwright summits. Around 6,000 ft ascent, GPS tracking and a warm finish with drinks and a medal suit experienced runners and walkers.

Join the classic Burnsall Fell Race in the Yorkshire Dales for a short but fierce hill test, with a steep climb to a cairn and a thrilling edge descent. Entry on the day for seniors is £5.

A long fell race in the Peak District of about 27 km with roughly 1,066 m of ascent. Run under FRA rules with mandatory kit, required checkpoints and both pre entry and on the day entry options.

A Category AS fell race at New House Farm, Lorton on 6 September 2026 covering 4.2 km with 305 m of climb. Entry is on the day with show entry required and junior races run alongside seniors.

The Montane Dragon's Back Race will take place in Conwy from Monday 7 September 2026 to Friday 11 September 2026.

Enjoy a Peak District fell race at Oxspring Playing Field, a punchy 6.2 km course with 190 m of ascent through scenic terrain. On the day entries welcome for a modest fee and the event is part of an eight race series.

A guided mountain run on 12 September 2026 across the 15 Welsh 3,000 ft peaks in Snowdonia, covering about 30 miles with 4,000 m of ascent. Not a race; transport, guide and support vehicle included, minimum age 18.

Take on THE LAP Windermere Ultra, a way marked 47 mile trail circuit that circumnavigates Lake Windermere. Runners and walkers get 24 hours, five stocked aid stations, GPS tracking and a local finishers medal for unforgettable lakeside view..