Trail Running calendar near Rawtenstall 2025-2026

The Black Rocks Fell Race on 8 July 2026 is a scenic 9.9 km run with 250 m of climb, featuring a mid race ascent past the dramatic Black Rocks. Mostly on good trails, it starts and finishes at Cromford Meadows for a lively local challenge.

Join the Seat Sandal fell race in the Lake District on Wed 8 Jul 2026, a thrilling 7.4 km route with 700 m of climbing and spectacular upland views. Entry on the day welcome, cash only, for a friendly but testing fell race experience.

Tackle a classic 7 mile fell race from the Packhorse Inn in Widdop, set across scenic South Pennine ridges with about 366 m of climb. Entries open for pre entry and on the day if space remains, with teams welcome and junior races available.

Take on the Stiperstones Fell Race in Snailbeach on Wed 8 Jul 2026, a rugged 6.7 km course with about 375 m of climb across classic Shropshire ridgelines. Pre entry is £7 or pay £10 on the day, with junior races available.

Challenging evening fell race around Thurlstone with a single 4.2 mile lap and about 500 ft of ascent. Friendly club organised event with a modest entry, 150 runner limit and prizes including bonuses for course records.

Take on the MTC Severn Path Ultra on 10 July 2026, a point to point 59 to 60 miles along the River Severn from Shrewsbury to Worcester. Expect varied terrain, limited signage, mandatory kit and a bespoke finisher medal and visor.

Sithee at Slawit Again is a scenic but testing trail run from Slaithwaite along the Huddersfield canal, including a 3.5 mile tunnel under the Pennines. Bring a reusable cup as stations are provided and finishers receive a bespoke medal.

Discover Lakeland Trails Ultra in Ambleside, Lake District, offering trail runs from a scenic 14k to a testing 100k across Lakeland terrain. Start and finish in Rothay Park with an event village, food stalls, traders and live music.

Fellrunner at Wasdale on Sat 11 Jul 2026 is a classic Lake District 34 km fell race with 2750 m of climbing, testing stamina across rugged terrain and spectacular mountain scenery. Pre entry only and field limited to 250 runners.

Take on the New Embsay Fell Race on Sat 11 Jul: a punchy 2.5 mile course with 195 m of climb through the Yorks Dales. Part of the village fete, enjoy entertainment and refreshments and easy on the day entry for a fun community challenge.

Join the Charlesworth & Chisworth Carnival Fell Race on 11 July 2026 in the Peak District for a punchy 5 km course with 180 m of climb that rewards grit and speed. Family friendly with junior races and low entry fees for a lively summer run..

Minninglow March is a 17-mile, 2,000‑ft elevation trail-running quest based in Parwich, Derbyshire Dales, a pretty village north of Ashbourne. The clockwise route climbs limestone lanes to Minninglow Hill, then Harborough Rocks, before a de..

Run the Peak Forest Fell Race on 12 July: a scenic, marked 9.7 km Peak District course with 247 m of climb and marshals. Finish with hot drinks, cakes and easy parking at the village recreation ground.

Trunce 6 in Oxspring on Mon 13 Jul 2026 is a testing 6.2 km Peak District race with about 190 m of climb from Oxspring Playing Field, main race for 16 and over. Enter on the day for £3 and juniors over 10 can run a 3 km race for £1.

Challenging 7 km fell race in St John’s Chapel on Tue 14 Jul 2026, climbing 400 m through stunning North Pennines scenery. Friendly, permit backed event with pre entry or on the day entries and team options for a spirited village contest.

Tackle the Blisco Dash in the Lake District from the Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, an exhilarating 8 km / 5 miles fell race climbing 609 m for breathtaking views and a real test of legs. Entry on the day only and teams are welcome.

Join Totley AC for the Blacka Moor Chase, a scenic trail race of about 7 km across Totley Moor and Blacka Moor Woods with a steep, technical descent via Piper Gate. Expect rural charm, pavilion facilities and a lively club atmosphere.

Take on the Swirral Grind 850, a pure uphill mountain race in Patterdale on 17 July 2026, climbing 850 m over 6 km to a summit trig point. Expect steep paths, a little scrambling and unforgettable UNESCO World Heritage scenery as part of th..

Tackle an epic mountain sky race around Helvellyn in the Lake District: 28 km with 2700 m ascent and technical, scrambling terrain requiring experience. Expect GPS tracking, electronic timing and a hearty post race meal.

Run a classic Lake District ultramarathon: 57 km with 3700 m ascent across exposed ridgelines like Striding Edge and Swirral Edge in Patterdale on 18 July 2026. Expect rugged trails, mountain safety support and a wild seed bomb finishers me..