Trail Running calendar near Retford 2026-2027

Tackle the Mark Boulton Memorial Mount Famine fell race in the Peak District on Sat 16 May 2026. This testing 8 km course climbs 564 m and rewards strength, skill and grit on rough moorland.

Tackle a rugged 13.2 mile trail running half marathon around Black Hambleton and Silton Woods, with sweeping views across the North Yorkshire Moors and technical climbs and descents. Limited to 50 runners, this intimate event offers marshal..

Tackle a scenic 26.2 mile loop from Alstonefield through the White Peak with limestone dales and steep climbs. This friendly community event welcomes walkers and runners and raises funds for local causes, with homemade food at the finish.

Challenging 5.8 mile fell race around Youlgrave in the Peak District with 876 ft of climb across trails, fields and limestone descents. Entries are limited and all profits go to local village facilities for a friendly community race.

Enjoy a scenic 10km trail around Paul’s Pond and Golden Acre Park in Cookridge, Leeds, with varied underfoot surfaces and a midrace hill to keep it interesting. Friendly local event with limited entries and finish at the scout hut.

Join the Calderdale Way Relay on Sun 17 May 2026 for a scenic but savage 80.5 km team challenge across the South West Pennines with 3660 m of climb. Teams of 12, pre entry only, runners run in pairs and strict kit rules apply.

Tackle a steep 3 km fell race up Shutlingsloe in the Peak District on Sun 17 May 2026 with 270 m of ascent for a short punchy challenge. On the day entry is available and the race is part of the Wildboarclough fete.

Challenge yourself on the Lantern Pike Dash on Sun 17 May 2026 in Little Hayfield, Peak District. This short, steep 2 km climb finishes by the Lantern Pike Inn and welcomes entries on the day for just £3.

Tackle the Totley Moor fell race on 19 May in the Peak District: a scenic 10.5 km route with 440 m of climb across woodland, fields and open moorland. Expect classic fell terrain, friendly club vibes and post race facilities.

Tackle the classic Mearley Clough Fell Race near Clitheroe, a short but sharp 5.6 km climb across scenic South Pennine fell. Entry on the day and a warming pasta supper make this a friendly, bite sized challenge.

Enjoy a scenic one lap 10 km through Quarry Bank Mill, the village and Styal woods on 19 May 2026, with mixed trail, grass and tarmac and an undulating, picturesque course. Chip timing, a bespoke finisher medal and a charity donation from e..

Tackle a classic Pennine fell on Wed 20 May 2026 in Kildwick, starting at the White Lion. This punchy 6 km course with 245 m climb delivers steep ups, junior races and a friendly crowd; pre entry is available and parking is limited.

Tackle the Peak District on 21 May 2026 at the Parks Life fell race in Belper Parks Recreation Ground. Choose the main 7 km route with 210 m climb or shorter junior races for U12 and U10, with on the day entries available.

The Hardmoors 200 is a brutal but beautiful 200 mile ultramarathon across the Yorkshire Wolds and North York Moors, running 22 to 24 May 2026. Runners have 60 hours to conquer coastal cliffs, moorland climbs and epic views.

Join the Castleton Great Ridge Race on 22 May 2026 in the Peak District for a scenic but challenging 9.2 km route with 427 m of climb over dramatic ridgelines. Open to adults 18 and over with online and on the day entry available.

Join the Carsington Hill Race on Friday 22 May 2026 for a challenging 9.5 km (5.9 miles) hill course with sweeping Peak District and Carsington Water views. Part of the village festival, the event supports local facilities and ends with foo..

Panopticons Ultra is a scenic point to point trail ultra through East Lancashire, visiting iconic art works including the Singing Ringing Tree and the Atom at Wycoller. Expect rolling climbs, wide views and a welcoming finish in Trawden.

Grim Reaper Running Festival at Grimsthorpe Castle Estate on 23 and 24 May 2026 offers races from 10 miles by day or night to 100 miles solo plus a 100 miles team relay. Tackle a scenic 10 mile loop through ancient woodland and limestone tr..

Tackle the stunning Hardmoors 110, a 110 mile ultramarathon along the Cleveland Way through the dramatic North York Moors and wild heritage coastline. Start in Filey and finish in Helmsley, with coastal highlights and a 36 hour cut off.

Run 145 miles non stop along the Grand Union Canal from Birmingham to Little Venice on a fully waymarked towpath. Limited to 100 starters with supported or unsupported entries and a 45 hour cutoff, it is a classic long distance challenge.