Trail Running calendar near Preston 2026-2027

Take on scenic undulating trails around Carsington Water with half marathon or 10k options. Enjoy marked kilometres, on course support, a themed medal and post race goodies after this festive December run.

A handicap fell race at Bleach Green, Ennerdale on 5 December 2026, covering 4 km with 410 m of ascent and including the Crag Fell summit. Pre-entry is required and the event features a prize exchange at registration.

Join the Really Wild Boar, a classic fell race in the York Dales on Saturday 5 December 2026. Tackle 9 km with 450 m of climb, enjoy hearty post race soup and a roll at the Fat Lamb Inn and soak up wild moorland views.

The Snaefell and the Tholtans will take place in Snaefell on Saturday 5 December 2026. You can run 13 kilometers.

Join a friendly winter trail run at Alyn Waters Country Park with fully marked 5 km and 10 km routes suitable for all abilities. Chip timing, finishers medals, a free children's 1 km dash and a canicross option make it great for everyone.

Festive trail runs at Cannock Chase Birches Valley with 10k, 5k and a Junior Run on undulating woodland routes. Fancy dress is welcome with a best dressed prize, finishers get a medal and photos and proceeds support Shelter.

A flagged Pennine fell race of about 6 miles with 500 m of climb across fields, moorland and rough tracks. Entry requires FRA mandatory kit and a minimum age of 18.

A one-lap *10 km* trail through Tatton Park on 6 December 2026, featuring varied surfaces, chip timing and a finisher medal; prizes for top finishers and a fun fancy dress atmosphere, plus a family run raising funds for MOVE charity.

Sea 2 Summit Offa's Dyke is a scenic but tough trail run along the National Trail from Prestatyn seafront to hilltop finishes. Choose the half marathon, full marathon or the 55.5 km ultra finishing at Horseshoe Pass on 6 December 2026.

Run the Trail by Torchlight in Llangollen: an 8 km fell race over scenic starlit moor with about 244 m ascent. Bring a head torch and enjoy a lively night race open to runners aged 16 and over.

Trail event in Otley, West Yorkshire offering 12, 19 and 32 mile routes with checkpoint support, live trackers for ultras and mandatory safety kit; minimum age 18 and maximum 100 entrants.

A 21 miles circular winter route around the moors of Hebden Bridge on 12 December 2026, run anticlockwise across Midgley, Wadsworth, Heptonstall and Erringden Moors. Mandatory winter kit includes a Santa hat and a small present for the Bran..

Festive trail races at Sherwood Pines on 13 December 2026, offering a family 1 mile plus 5 km and 10 km trail runs. Chip timing, finishers medals and seasonal treats; 5 km and 10 km allow one well controlled dog per runner.

A night fell race to the 703 m summit of Chapelfell Top near St Johns Chapel, Weardale, covering 6.6 km with 370 m of ascent. The unmarked, pathless route requires off‑path navigation experience and strict compulsory kit.

Tackle festive hills at the Moel Famau Piece of String Race in Bwlch Penbarras, a friendly, inclusive community run with a Canicross option and a surprise course. Finishers enjoy a mince pie and a festive medal.

Run Fellrunner at Stoop at Penistone Hill near Haworth, an 8 km fell race with 250 m climb across the Pennine hills. Festive extras include a free Santa hat, Christmas prizes, a Curly Wurly for finishers and post race coffee.

A festive four mile fancy dress run around Horwich with chip timing, a Christmas themed medal and prizes for Best Fancy Dress. The family organised event features a fully marshalled route and a community focused atmosphere.

A chip timed night run at St Ives Estate on the shortest day offering 5 km or 10 km options, a virtual entry with medal, and proceeds supporting Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice.

Take on the Totley Two Turtle Doves fell race in the Peak District this Boxing Day, a bracing 4.8 mile course with 820 ft of climb. Winter kit is required and Totley AC Pavilion provides toilets, showers and changing rooms.

Join The Drop UK in Skipton for a daring navigation challenge: blindfolded and dropped at an undisclosed location you must find your way back without maps or devices. Choose 6, 10 or 15 mile options and hand in electronics at registration.