Trail Running calendar near Pudsey 2025-2026

Join the Cannock Chase Forest Christmas trail runs on 6 December for 5k, 10k and a junior run through undulating forest trails. Wear seasonal fancy dress for a chance to win best dressed, and enjoy a bespoke medal, free photos and prizes.

The Drop Kendal drops solo runners or teams at an unknown location blindfolded and challenges them to find their way back to base in Kendal. Choose 10 or 15 mile routes for a map free test of navigation and stamina.

Run scenic, undulating trails around Carsington Water in a choice of a half marathon or 10K, with kilometre markers and friendly course support. Entries include chip timing, free photos and a finisher medal to celebrate your effort.

Rudolph's Romp on 6 December 2025 is a 25 mile run across the Yorkshire Wolds, with woodland paths, rolling hills and sweeping views of the Vale of York and the River Humber. Finishers receive a badge, certificate and a hearty meal.

Join Northwich Running Club for the Marbury Festive Fun Run on 7 Dec at Marbury Country Park, a flat 3 km loop for running or walking. Fancy dress is encouraged, Santa's Helpers will cheer you in and finishers get a Christmas medal and trea..

Peak Raid Race 4 in the Eastern Moors and Burbage Valley on 7 December 2025 is a three hour score event. Choose your route, navigate moors, hills and dales and collect points in this rugged Peak District challenge.

Enjoy a scenic forest run at Grizedale Forest with sweeping views over Coniston Water. Choose 5K or 10K on wide trails, bring up to two dogs per runner or run solo; starts are staggered to give hounds space.

Join the Beacon Bash, a rugged 20 mile charity trail around Appley Bridge supporting Appley Bridge Scouts and The Brick Wigan. Tackle muddy footpaths and steep climbs, then celebrate at the finish with hot food and great camaraderie.

Sea 2 Summit Offa's Dyke is a scenic yet tough trail race from Prestatyn along the Offa's Dyke National Trail, offering Half Marathon, Full Marathon and a 33 mile Ultra. Electronically timed with a finisher medal, it promises big views and..

The Mytholmroyd Fell Race will take place in Mytholmroyd on Sunday 7 December 2025. You can run 6 miles.

Tackle an 11.1 km winter trail at Stonyhurst College, winding past historic bridges, riverside woods and finishing with the college as a dramatic backdrop. Expect medals, pro photos, prizes including best fancy dress and a warm event villag..

Moors the Merrier 21 is a festive 21 mile circular run around the moors of Hebden Bridge with challenging climbs and stunning winter views. Fully supported and featuring Santa hats and a bran tub tradition, entries are limited and a waiting..

Take on Valhalla Winter Run 2025, a festive six hour timed trail at the University of York with 2.2 mile undulating laps so you can stop after any lap or carry on. Enjoy a bespoke medal, goody bag, cake and mulled wine.

Join the Punk Panther Christmas Cracker in Otley on 13 December for a festive mystery course with 12, 19 and 32 mile options. Checkpoints, trackers and a strict kit list keep the small field safe while final route details are emailed.

Join the 20th Regular Irregular on 13 Dec 2025 for a scenic walk or run around Holmfirth from Brockholes Village Hall. Pick up to three loops of 11.6, 7.2 or 4.2 miles over moorland and town, with snacks and a finish meal.

Join round 4 of the North Staffs Cross Country League at Keele on 13 December 2025 for a classic cross country test across traditional terrain. Team and individual races across all ages make it a great day for clubs and runners of every lev..

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 laps of approximately 4.37 miles (7 km), with opti..

Event details The PECO XC League Race 2 is a cross country race held at Pontefract Park, Pontefract, West Yorkshire on 14 December 2025. The course is about 4.5-5.0 miles, run over two laps, with an undulating profile. The event is not suit..

Celebrate the season with duathlons and trail runs through atmospheric Sherwood Pines on 14 December 2025. Races range from a family mile to full duathlon, with medals, festive treats and dog friendly 5 km and 10 km options.

The BigXmas Trail Festival is an annual trail running event held at Sale Water Park in Greater Manchester, blending urban and rural landscapes. Now in its fourth year, it offers three race distances: 11km, half marathon, and marathon. The c..