Trail Running calendar near Prestwich 2026-2027

Join NAV4 Daffodil Run & Walk on 28 March 2026 in Pooley Bridge for a scenic 13 mile out and back to Hallin Fell across trails and open slopes. Walkers, runners and families welcome with support and post race tea and cake.

Take on DalesRunner 20 in Reeth, North Yorkshire. This challenging 20 mile trail features steep climbs, ridge running and rocky technical descents through classic Dales scenery; mandatory kit and a personal cup are required.

Enjoy the Feisty and Fluffy Phoenix Run in Manchester, a flat off road riverside loop with a minimum 3.28 mile lap or run as far as you can in seven hours. First 50 sign ups who complete a lap earn a limited edition Phoenix soft toy and the..

Tackle Pendle's classic fells from Barley Village Hall with a testing senior course plus junior races for every age group. Enjoy a friendly village vibe, on the day entries and hot refreshments in the hall.

Take on a scenic 32 mile loop from Baggeridge Country Park on 29 March 2026, mostly traffic free and featuring canal towpaths and a compulsory head torch section through the 2.7 km Netherton Tunnel. Enter solo, as a pair or a team of four f..

Tackle the iconic Dales Traverse, a 55 km ultra from Kirkby Stephen to Richmond that crosses the North Pennines and Yorkshire Dales, climbs the Nine Standards and finishes beneath Richmond Castle. Expect roughly 1,400 m of ascent.

Moors Traverse sends runners along Wainwrights coast to coast across the North York Moors from Ingleby Cross to Robin Hoods Bay. This scenic 80 km ultra with 1600 m of climbing offers staffed aid stations and full logistical support.

Join a guided recce of the Paddy Buckley leg through the Carneddau from Ogwen Valley to Capel Curig. Cover 16 km and 1,245 m of ascent in small groups with experienced mountain leaders.

Take on the finale of the Shropshire Winter Series at Ercall Wood, a tough 8.8 km fell race climbing 519 m on scenic Ercall Hill. Pre entry or on the day entries accepted and junior races run for ages 12 to 17.

Take on Trunce 1 on Mon 30 Mar 2026 at Oxspring Playing Field in the Peak District, a testing 6.2 km fell course with 190 m climb. Entry is £3 on the day and juniors can join a 3 km race for £1.

Join the Pete Hartley Memorial Liver Hill fell race on Tue 31 Mar 2026 in the South West Pennines, starting from Marl Pits Sports Centre in Rawtenstall. A punchy 7 km with 250 m climb, open to age 16 and over with entry on the day for £5; j..

Join Winter Hill Runners for Curley's 5km Trail Race on 1 April 2026, a short scenic run around Horwich starting and finishing at the Jolley Crofters pub. A fun off road blast perfect for all abilities and a great excuse for a post run pint..

Tackle 50 miles from Manchester to Liverpool along the Trans Pennine Trail, Manchester Ship Canal and River Mersey on Good Friday. A scenic point to point ultra with checkpoints, live tracking and 14 hour cutoff for a true endurance test.

Run the Pink Moon Ladies Trail on 4 April 2026, a women only half marathon through Sutton Spring Wood and along the Five Pits Trail for scenic, undulating trail running. Finishers get a medal, cake and hot drinks by the campfire.

Take on a scenic trail around Carsington Water on Saturday 4 April 2026 with a half marathon or 10K option, both marked and marshalled. Finish in the lively event village with food, freebies and discounted event shirts.

Classic Lake District fell run from New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, a sharp 3.5 mile course with 2100 ft of climbing over rough rock and moor. Day entries welcome; bring map, compass and waterproofs for this high country test.

Run along the scenic Leeds and Liverpool Canal at Rodley with flat towpath underfoot and distances from 5k to ultra to suit every runner. Marshalled and signed with regular feed stops and finishers treated to a bespoke medal and goodies.

Run the Chasewater Easter Egg Challenge at Chasewater Country Park on 5 April 2026, a scenic multi terrain loop around the reservoir with distances from junior run to 20k. Expect a friendly vibe, bespoke medals, free photos and on site park..

Join the Alan Kirk Memorial Lad's Leap on Sun 5 Apr 2026 in Crowden near Woodhead for a testing 9.5 km moorland race with 518 m of ascent and spectacular Peak District views. Teams welcome and entries available on the day.

Join the Helmsley Easter 10km on 5 April 2026 for a scenic, undulating multi terrain run through North Yorkshire supporting Helmsley Open Air Swimming Pool and local Samaritans. Places are limited to 500 so book early to secure your spot.