Trail Running calendar near Retford 2026-2027

Experience the stunning scenery of the North York Moors with the Hardmoors 26.2 Farndale trail event, offering marathon, half marathon, and 10k circular routes starting from Hutton Le Hole.

Race through the Peak District on a 10 km fell run with beautiful views over Manchester. This fully marshalled course features paths and a notable climb followed by a post race serving of chips at a local pub.

A short, historic fell race from Buxworth to the summit of Eccles Pike and back. The AS classified course is about 3.4 miles with roughly 275 m of climb, offers age category prizes, and includes a small travel voucher incentive.

Take on the classic Whittle Pike fell race in the South West Pennines on Wed 12 Aug 2026, roughly 5.5 miles with 550 m of climb from Cowpe Village Hall. Entry on the day is available for £5, teams welcome and runners must be 16 or over.

Ricky's Race is a challenging 7.3 km trail run near Matlock, featuring steep woodland climbs and a final punishing ascent to the Oker Trig Point. The route offers technical descents and spectacular valley views. Registration is online only..

A challenging fell race in the Peak District featuring 370m of climb over a 6km course. Entry is on the day at Cartworth Moor Cricket Club near Holmfirth. The route is well marked and marshalled for a classic short fell running experience.

Experience the relaunch of this Peak District fell race featuring a 5.5 mile route through local fields and lanes. Enjoy an off road course starting from Flagg village with a steady downhill finish.

Experience a flat trail run along the scenic canal towpaths of Saltaire. With distances from 5k to an Ultra Marathon, runners enjoy a historic world heritage setting and a supportive atmosphere with feed stations every three miles.

Experience a classic fell running route covering eight moors around Ilkley. This unmarked challenge features peak summits and scenic field paths with both 35km and 22km distances starting from Burley Woodhead.

Explore the scenic Harborough Round on a 50 km or 100 km journey through historic villages and countryside. This supported ultra marathon features iconic landmarks like Foxton Locks and the Kelmarsh Tunnel.

Take on the Piethorne Fell Race on Sun 16 Aug 2026: a 10 km test with 275 m of climb across the scenic South West Pennines. Starts at the Bulls Head in Newhey with cash prizes for record breakers and both pre entries and on the day entry.

Run alongside the River Ribble through Preston's parklands. Choose from 10K, half marathon, marathon, or ultra distances on a scenic looped course. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and refreshments.

Take on the Fellrunner on Sunday 16 August 2026 in Crowden in the Peak District, a testing 12.9 km course with 518 m of climb across wild moorland and open fell. Pre entry and on the day entry available; open to runners aged 18 and over.

Join Scarborough AC for an 8.6 mile fell race across the North York Moors, featuring 475 m of climbing and sweeping moorland views. Entry on the day makes this a great spontaneous stop in the Dave Parry Esk Valley summer series.

Challenge yourself on the Pilgrims Cross Fell Race across the West Pennine Moors, a scenic but tough 10.7 km with 390 m of climb. Entry is on the day only with a small fee, and the race features in the Rossendale midweek series.

Join this summer pop up race in Bingley featuring 5 km and 10 km options. Enjoy a jumble medal and post race refreshments including hot food and drinks just a short walk from the train station.

Experience the rugged beauty of the Peak District with trail races ranging from 10 to 41 miles starting from Edale. Navigate wild paths and steep climbs in this self-navigated adventure for runners and fit walkers.

Run along the scenic trail paths of Carsington Water in Derbyshire. Choose between an undulating half marathon or 10k loop while enjoying views of the reservoir and surrounding countryside.

Join this popular canal towpath event in Kirkstall for a flat and fast lapped course. Choose from five distances and enjoy a post race BBQ and bespoke medal in a social atmosphere.

The Phoenix Afterglow is the final event in a 2026 summer series, held on a flat, scenic 5.3km loop along the River Mersey. Participants choose their own distance within a 7-hour window, with a finisher's medal for everyone. The event suppo..