Trail Running calendar near Pudsey 2025-2026

The Darkwood Demon is a 6-mile trail race held in the scenic Colne Valley, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. Organized by Slaithwaite Striders, the course features diverse terrain including towpaths, bridleways, moorland, bogs, woodland, and some road sections, with a challenging climb up Slaithwaite Mo..

Defeat Delamere is a multi-distance running event held at Delamere Forest, Cheshire. The program features 5k, 10k, 16k routes and a mini-miler for younger participants. On the day, racers collect their race packs (number and timing chip) at the registration tent, then join a group warm-up before hea..

Road to Nowhere is Nidderdale Fell and Trail’s challenging route starting at Scar House Reservoir in Upper Nidderdale, near Harrogate. The 30.4 km (18.9 miles) course climbs about 840 m (2756 ft) and traverses Little Whernside, ascends the Great Whernside plateau, runs the full ridge to Mossdale, th..

The La Sportiva Lake District Mountain Trial is a classic fell-running navigation race held in the Lake District. The 70th edition takes place at Side Farm, Patterdale (CA11 0NL) on Sunday 14 September 2025. The Classic route runs about 25 miles with around 8,000 feet of ascent and descent, with sho..

The Raby Castle Trail Runs, held at the historic Raby Castle in Staindrop, Darlington, offer scenic trail running through 200 acres of parkland featuring medieval castle views, ornamental lakes, and roaming herds of red and fallow deer. Participants can choose from 5, 10, or 15-mile distances, with..

The Burton Pidsea 10K Trail Run is a scenic trail running event held in Burton Pidsea, East Yorkshire, starting from the Burton Pidsea Memorial Hall. The main race covers a 10-kilometer route along local bridleways and tracks, offering runners a chance to experience the area's natural beauty. In add..

The Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge in Durham is a trail running event held at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club along the scenic River Wear, offering views of the Cathedral. Participants can run as many laps as they wish within seven hours, with each lap measuring approximately 4.37 miles (7 km), subject..

Notfast Ponton Plod is a charity multi-route running and walking event from Great Ponton Village Centre, near Grantham (NG33 5DS) in Lincolnshire. Four routes are offered: 10 km, 12 miles, 17 miles, and 26.4 miles. The routes use footpaths, bridleways, tracks and minor roads through scenic Lincolnsh..

The East Coast "Chuffer" is a scenic trail running event held in Scarborough, starting from Peasholm Park and following the historic Cinder Track. The race offers multiple distance options including 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, 20 Mile, and Marathon, catering to a wide range of runners. The off-road cour..

Derwentside A.C.'s Hellhole 5 mile Trail Race runs at Shield Row School, King Edward Viii Terrace, DH9 0HQ. The 5-mile course climbs about 500 ft and uses a mix of tarmac, gravel and woodland trails, starting on a Sustrans track and passing Hellhole Wood. The event blends a friendly yet competitive..

The La Sportiva Lake District Mountain Trial takes place at Side Farm, Patterdale, in the Lake District. It’s a severe test of fellrunning, mountaineering stamina, and the safe, fast traverse of difficult terrain where navigational skill and route choice are as important as speed. The event offers t..

Yorkshireman Off Road Marathon & Half Marathon, organised by Keighley & Craven AC, is a classic off-road event based around Haworth in the Brontë Country. The full marathon covers 26.2 miles with about 3,065 feet of ascent, while the half is around 14.8 miles with roughly 1,750 feet of ascent. The r..

Bridlington Beach Fun Run 2025 is set on Bridlington South Beach, along Princess Mary Promenade in East Yorkshire. This beach-based event is part of The Beach 5K and Fun Run program and is run entirely on sand along the coast. The Fun Run welcomes participants of all ages and abilities, while the 5K..

Clowbridge 5k – Autumn 3/3 is a Trail 5k around Clowbridge Reservoir near Burnley, organized by Run JMC. The course is two laps of a popular trail path off the Pennine Bridleway, starting from the Rossendale Valley Sailing Club on Manchester Road. Open to runners aged 11 and up, the route is describ..

The Peak District Challenge is a scenic trekking and running event held in the Peak District, starting and finishing in Hathersage. It offers five distance options catering to various skill levels: 25km (Copper), 50km (Bronze), 75km (Silver), 100km (Gold), and an intense 100-mile challenge to be com..

The Three Shires Fell Race, organized by Ambleside AC, is a challenging fell running event held in the Lake District, starting and finishing at Tilberthwaite Farm. The race covers approximately 22 km (12.4 miles) with a climb of 1535 meters (4003 feet) over a new route introduced in 2025. The course..

Ranger Ultras Yorkshire Pen-Y-Ghent 50k is an off-road ultra-race based in Hawes Market House, North Yorkshire. The 50 km route travels from Hawes along the Cam Road to Horton-in-Ribblesdale, summits Pen-y-Ghent, then returns along the Cam Road. The course uses classic limestone trails with about 1,..

Yorkshire 3 Peaks Ultra, organized by Ranger Ultras, starts and finishes at Hawes Market House, Yorkshire. The event offers a 70 km route (about 2,185 m ascent) with a bonus +30 km option to 100 km (adds 984 m ascent). The course runs along classic limestone trails over the three peaks—Whernside, In..

The Great Whernside Fell Race, organized by Wharfedale Harriers, is a challenging 4-mile race with a 1,558 ft ascent. It starts from Scabbate Gate in Kettlewell, ascending through fields and rough terrain to the summit of Great Whernside before returning to the start. The course features a mix of gr..

High Peak 40 is an ultramarathon around the Peak District, starting and finishing in Buxton, United Kingdom. The 40-mile route weaves through scenic trails, paths, and roads, taking in Goyt Valley, Eccles Pike, Mam Tor, Cave Dale, Tideswell, Monsal Trail, and two Deep Dales. The event emphasizes a c..