Trail Running calendar near Prestwich 2026-2027

Take on 230 km of Pennine Bridleway and upland trails through the Peak District to Cumbria with 75 hours to finish. Limited to 30 runners, this rugged multi day challenge features checkpoints with hot meals, bunks and course support.

Take on the Ranger Ultras 137 km trail across the Pennine Bridleway from Yorkshire moors to Cumbria, with dramatic scenery and a 50 hour cutoff. Limited to 20 places with checkpoint support, hot meals and multiday facilities.

Take on the Chester Ultra 102, a 102 mile trail ultramarathon across Cheshire's Sandstone Trail, Delamere Forest and canal towpaths with start and finish at Ellesmere Port. Limited to 400 runners, 32 hour cut off, ITRA and UTMB points.

Experience the Shropshire Hills at the Shropshire Way 80K Festival, a trail running and walking event with routes through summits, ancient tracks and woodlands. Choose distances from 10 km to 80 km and help fund Grow Cook Learn.

Run Thoresby Park's vast estate among wild deer and long horned cattle on flat, scenic trails from a family 2km to a half marathon. Chip timing and finisher medal plus Wild Deer merchandise included; canicross and Nordic walkers welcome.

Celebrate the Peak District anniversary at the Peak District Birthday Bash in Castleton on 18 April 2026. Tackle a 70 km circuit or a 35 km route through iconic park landscapes, with early start options and proceeds supporting conservation.

Enjoy a scenic 12 km trail in the Yorkshire Dales as part of the Due North series on 18 April 2026. The Burnsall start and finish offers marshalled country routes, post race food and a beer and prizes for age groups.

The Burnsall Trail Half will take place in Burnsall on Saturday 18 April 2026. You can run 21 kilometers.

Enjoy a relaxed run along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal in Saltaire on 18 April 2026 with 5K, 10K and half marathon options for runners, joggers and walkers. Finish with a quirky jumble medal, hot food and your choice of beer or soft drink..

Tackle a scenic 12K trail challenge around Burnsall Village on the opening leg of the Due North series. Enjoy a fully waymarked riverside and countryside route with generous post race rewards and a lively village atmosphere at the finish.

Tackle the scenic but rugged Blackstone Edge Fell Race, a 5.6 km test with 366 m of climb over Pennine Way and a Roman road to the trig point. Expect boggy tussocks and classic northern moorland underfoot.

Tackle the NAV4 Lakes Mountain 40 on 18 April 2026, a tough Lake District mountain challenge with a 40 mile route and 27 mile option covering iconic summits like Helvellyn. Limited to 100 starters for an intimate high country experience.

Challenge yourself on this 9 km Peak District fell race with 320 m of climb, starting from Kettleshulme Village Hall. Join the community and support Kettleshulme Primary School as all profits go to the school.

Tempting at Tempsey at Temple Newsam House on 19 April 2026 invites runners to scenic, undulating trails through parkland, gardens and woodland. Pick a distance from 6.7 miles to marathon, enjoy signposted routes and feed stations and bring..

Take on the Swainby Sweep on 19 April 2026 in the North York Moors, choosing 7 or 16 mile circular trail routes that pass reservoirs, moors and forest tracks. Marked courses, checkpoints and goodie bags make this a scenic and rewarding day..

Discover Trail Blazer Dam Busters at Blackton Grange Estate for a fresh trail running challenge through moors, dams and rugged Pennine trails. Choose a 10K or half marathon and enjoy scenic, remote countryside near Barnard Castle.

Join a guided 14 km trail run in peaceful Penllyn Forest on 19 April 2026, exploring quiet tracks between Bala and Lake Vyrnwy. Expect a led run with scenic stops and friendly company in person.

Join a scenic 10 km fell race in the Lake District at Witherslack, featuring 340 m of climb on a fully flagged route. No pre entry needed; sign up on the day at Dean Barwick Primary School and enjoy post run refreshments.

Tackle the Red Squirrel 10K across Ainsdale Sand Dunes for a scenic trail challenge through dunes, woods and wildlife, finishing with a climb to the highest peak. Organized by Southport Strollers, with proceeds supporting Southport Stronger..

Take on scenic, undulating forest trails in Cannock Chase AONB with half marathon, 10K, 5K or junior race. Chip timed entries include a themed medal, free photos and a lively event village while supporting Midlands Air Ambulance and Newlife..