Trail Running calendar near Ramsbottom 2025-2026

Rainow 5 is a small FRA-licensed trail/fell race staged on the first Wednesday evening in May in the Rainow and Kerridge Ridge area near Macclesfield, Cheshire. The five-mile, hilly route takes runners along rural lanes and ridgelines aroun..

The Sheinton Steeplchase is a 5.3 km cross-country race held near Sheinton Church by Cressage in the West Midlands. Featuring a total ascent of 100 meters, it offers a challenging yet accessible course that is not a traditional fell race bu..

Brockholes Bimble : overview Brockholes Bimble is a trail running event held at Brockholes Nature Reserve, Preston New Road, Samlesbury, Preston PR5 0AG on Friday 8 May 2026. The reserve is owned by the Wildlife Trust, covers 250 acres and..

Bat Challenge is a 6-hour day/night trail running event at Beacon Hill Country Park, Leicestershire, England. It features a 3.3-mile off-road loop that participants can repeat to reach 5k, 10k, or over 50k within the time limit. The course..

Spire Ultra, held near Chesterfield, Derbyshire, is a 33-mile trail race that largely follows the Chesterfield Round Walk, circling the town famed for its Crooked Spire. In its 10th edition in 2026, the route traverses high moorland, ancien..

Lakeland Paws: Dogs @ Dodd Double Header is a canicross race held at Dodd Wood in the Lake District. The day features two fully marked forest routes: an 8K loop with about 370 meters of ascent and a shorter 5K option with around 210 meters..

Marsden Moors and Marsden Moors Marathon, organized by The Irregulars LDWA, offers three circular challenge routes in and around the Colne Valley near Marsden, Huddersfield. Distances are 26 miles (the marathon), 23 miles, and 18 miles. Sta..

24 Hours South - The Offa's Dyke Ultra is a challenging 24-hour endurance event starting from Prestatyn on the North Wales coast, following the Offa's Dyke National Trail southwards. Participants, either solo or in teams of 2 to 4, aim to c..

Take on a scenic 30 or 40 mile trail loop in early May from Walesby Sports and Social Club. The route passes Creswell Crags, Clumber Park and the Major Oak, is fully waymarked and has well stocked aid stations.

Event details The Cottam Canter takes place on Saturday 9 May 2026 at the UCLAN Sports Arena, Cottam, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 1SG. The event is part of a three-day series. Maximum entries are 100 and entries close on 02/05/2026. Age restri..

Take on THE LAP, a fully signposted 47 miles (75K) trail around Lake Windermere with rugged tracks, sweeping views and a 24 hours time limit. Open to runners and walkers, it includes GPS route files, stocked feed stations and a local finish..

Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Double Header is the finale of Lakeland Paws Season 4, staged at Whinlatter in the Lake District. Competitors may choose between two fully marked routes: an 8 km loop to the Seat How summit with about 360 m of ascen..

Tackle North Yorkshire moors at Hardmoors 26.2 White Horse Trail Marathon from Sutton Bank, with marathon, half and 10k routes. Untaped courses test your navigation and stamina with timed cut offs and medals.

Event overview The Avenham Amble is scheduled for Sunday 10 May 2026 in Avenham Park, Preston (start/finish at Avenham Park Cafe, PR1 8JT). The event has a maximum of 100 entrants and entries close on 3 May 2026. The race holds a Trail Runn..

Annual Jack Bloor Races are held on Ilkley Moor, Yorkshire, as an evening event. The FRA-affiliated program features a classic senior fell race alongside junior races. Runners from local clubs participate, contributing to a vibrant, support..

Take on the Punk Panther Skipton Skedaddle, a scenic trail from Skipton through the Yorkshire Dales to Malham Tarn and Gordale Scar. Distances to 50 mile offer big climbs and stunning Dales views, with medals, T shirt and hot food.

Event details Holcombe 10 takes place on Saturday 16 May 2026 at the Hare & Hounds, 400 Bolton Rd West, Holcombe Brook, Ramsbottom (BL0 9RY). The event is organised by The Sunnywood Project. Entries open 28 January 2025 and close 1 May..

Trent Valley Ultra 2026 The Trent Valley Ultra 2026 is a 50k race held on Saturday 16 May 2026. The event starts and finishes at Milestone Brewery & Tap, Great North Road, Cromwell, Newark NG23 6JE. The organiser is Quadrio Events. Mini..

The Bronte Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile trail race held in the scenic Bronte Country between Haworth and Hebden Bridge, Yorkshire. Known for its hilly course, the event supports Sue Ryder and offers a unique challenge alongside the Bronte B..

Tackle 13.2 miles of technical forest tracks and ancient trods around Black Hambleton and Silton Woods at SilverBackTrails Oswiu’s Revenge half marathon on 17 May 2026. Small field of 50 runners and bespoke finisher medal.