Trail Running calendar near Ramsbottom 2026-2027

An 8 km fell race in the Peak District at Bulls Head, Tintwistle, with 305 m climb, team scoring, pre-entry and on the day entry both available for £8.

End of season event at Shipley Country Park on 7 December with a 6 hour format and random leftover medals for finishers; entry listed at £31.

A night trail run of 8 km with 244 m of climb around Dinas Bran Leisure Centre in Llangollen. A good head torch is essential and online entry carries a £5 fee.

A winter trail event in Otley offering 12, 19 and 32 mile routes with checkpoints, mandatory kit, trackers for ultras and a finish at The Bridge United Reform Church.

A winter walk or run on Saturday 12th December 2026 around the moors of Hebden Bridge, covering a 21 mile circular route from Mytholmroyd Community Centre. A Santa hat and a small present are required and Open Tracking is used for safety.

A winter walking and running event near Holmfirth with three loop options of 11.6, 7.2 and 4.2 miles, checkpoints, refreshments and specified safety kit requirements.

A 24 hour ultra challenge from a Ruthin campsite visiting five trig points totaling 94 km, with a 4 trig 70 km option and on-site facilities.

Trail runs and duathlons at Sherwood Pines near Mansfield, set in 3,300 acres of woodland. Distances include a Family 1 Mile, 5km and 10km; 5km and 10km allow one well-controlled dog per runner.

A festive trail day at Normanby Hall Country Park with 5k and 10k runs, a 3k family ChristMESS event, and a Santa sleigh team challenge supporting Lindsey Lodge Hospice.

BigXmas Trail Festival on 13 December 2026 offers three trail distances at Sale Water Park in Greater Manchester. Courses are marked and marshalled with aid stations on the half and marathon, chip timing, and a finishers medal or tree plant..

A 6.6 km fell race to Chapelfell Top (703 m) in Weardale run entirely in the dark on unmarked, rough terrain; navigation experience and strict kit rules apply.

A pre Christmas trail run on Moel Famau from Bwlch Penbarras that keeps the distance a surprise. The course is between 6 and 12 kilometres, includes hills and varied terrain, and finishes with a mince pie and festive medal.

A winter, unmarked 38 mile mountain circuit around Helvellyn starting and finishing at Askham Community Centre. Limited to experienced entrants, the event requires navigation skills, strict mandatory kit and offers minimal checkpoint suppor..

A 4.9 mile, 700 ft fell race at Penistone Hill with a route via Harbour Lodge and the Standing Stone; part of the Woodentops series with chip timing and team entries.

A family run festive four mile fancy dress run in Horwich on 20 December 2026. Chip timing, a Christmas themed trinket and costume prizes are included and the route is fully marshalled on local roads and paths.

A festive canal running event in Bingley with chip timed races from 5k to marathon along a flat towpath. The course is marshalled and signed, has feed stations every three miles and offers a bespoke festive finisher medal.

An informal pre Christmas meet up at Conwy Falls offering a leisurely walk or run of up to two hours, followed by a debrief and refreshments at Conwy Falls Cafe. Member and paid entry options are available.

An evening head-torch run at St Ives Estate offering 5 km or 10 km routes to raise funds for Sue Ryder, with virtual entry and event medals.

A 7.8 km fell race on Boxing Day around Totley Moor and Blacka Moor, raising funds for S6 foodbank and Edale Mountain Rescue.

A traditional Boxing Day fell event near Minsterley, Shropshire, with a 4.8 km course and 244 m of climb on a partially marked route. Modest entry fees apply and proceeds go to the Severn Hospice; walkers and families are welcome.