Trail Running calendar near Preston 2025-2026

Take on St Aidan's Winter Beast, a 6.66 mile hilly trail around Swillington, Leeds with off path climbs, mud and a sluice crossing. Limited to 300 runners, this single lap winter classic will test your grit and trail skills.

The The Big Victory will take place in Snaefell on Sunday 8 February 2026. You can run 23 kilometers.

The Phoenix Running - Stretford will take place in Stretford on Friday 13 February 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Light up the forest on Valentine's night with the Whinlatter Moon Runner, a 10 km head torch trail through Keswick's atmospheric, very hilly woods. Expect twisting tracks, glow, a branded memento and post race treats for a memorable winter..

Take on the Anglezarke Amble, a scenic challenge walk across Rivington, Anglezarke and Turton Moors in the Little Lake District. Choose between about 16 miles or a tougher 24 mile route with checkpoints, refreshments and a 10 hour limit.

The Billing is a winter 14 km trail race around the Billing and Leeds Bradford Airport on 14 February 2026. Expect muddy climbs, fully marked trails and a small field, so bring a waterproof jacket and your own water bottle.

Run around scenic Carsington Water with a choice of half marathon or 10K along undulating reservoir trails. Kilometre markers, a themed medal and post race goodies await at this friendly RunThrough event.

Take on the Winter Half Tour of Bradwell on Saturday 14 February 2026, a challenging 28.2 km fell route across classic Peak District terrain. Expect winter conditions, dramatic views and a friendly, well organised event with electronic timi..

Bleasdale Circle by VÅGA on 14 February 2026 is a rugged 5 mile fell race across Bowland's muddy farmland and exposed summits. Pre entry is required and mandatory kit such as waterproofs, map and compass needed for this wintry challenge.

Tackle PECO XC League Race 5 at Roundhay Park, Leeds on 15 Feb 2026, a cross country test of about 4.5 to 5 miles over undulating terrain. Club runners contest men's and ladies divisions in this popular regional league.

Take on a Pennines fell race Sun 15 Feb 2026 at Booth Cricket Club, a testing 8 km with 381 m climb over moorland that needs some navigation. Pre entry or entry on the day up to 100 runners; full body cover required and parking limited.

Hoppits Hill Fell Race in Mirfield, West Yorkshire is a 5 km single lap fell with 210 m of climb, ideal for hill runners. Junior races join the Yorkshire Junior Championship; pre entry and limited on the day places available.

Cracoe Cracker Challenge on 21 February 2026 invites runners and walkers to scenic 12 and 25 mile routes across the Yorkshire Dales. Well stocked checkpoints and a hot finish meal make this a popular midwinter event now on the waiting list.

Tackle 13.3 km with 660 m of ascent across steep climbs, wild moorland and fast paths in the scenic South West Pennines. A technical fell race with strict mandatory kit, team prizes and pre entry only.

Doctors Gate Fell Race in the Peak District is a classic 12.7 mile course with about 1000 m of climb across open moorland where navigation matters. Open to adults with on the day entry available, it is part of the FRA English Champs.

Tackle the 7 mile Eckington Epic on 22 February 2026, a self guided trail run through woodland, farmland and runnable climbs around Marsh Lane. Enjoy unmarked routes, a friendly community finish and simple UKA entry options.

Take on the Chester Ultra 50, a scenic 50 mile trail ultramarathon near Chester on 28 Feb 2026 through Helsby Hill, Delamere Forest and the Sandstone Trail. Expect rugged terrain, about 849m ascent and limited places.

Take on 24 miles and 3900 ft of ascent across wild moorland in the Dark Peak on Saturday 28 February 2026. Fully supported from Dovestone Reservoir, this scenic but testing route is ideal for experienced walkers and trail runners.

Light up Whinlatter Forest with a headtorch in the Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails Night Run, choosing 5k or 10k undulating trail routes. Dogs are welcome with up to two per runner and individual starts for a relaxed, chip timed night event.

Cannock Chase Wildwood Trail Series offers a 10K or half marathon through pine forest and open heath with steep climbs, fast descents and muddy technical trails. Canicross welcome and eco friendly wooden medals for finishers.