Trail Running calendar near Retford 2026-2027

Join the Manchester Doughnut Dash at Hardy Farm for a multi lap run along the River Mersey towpath with Krispy Kreme doughnuts on course. Choose from 5 km to ultra distances, enjoy a medal, and support Rescued Kitties Charity.

Green Gateways is a trail run around Leeds on the Greenway and Meanwood Valley Trail, threading near city parks and green spaces. Pick 14, 20 or 34 mile routes with checkpoints and trackers for a rewarding urban trail adventure.

YHOA Night League at Bishop Wood, Saturday 17 January, brings night orienteering on courses from 1.6 to 5.4 km with an intro option for juniors and novices. Enter by 11 January to guarantee a map; entries close 15 January.

New mid winter pairs fell race in the Peak District, starting and finishing at Hathersage Primary School this January 2026. Tackle a rugged 24 km route with about 800 m of ascent, mandatory winter kit and stay together rules for a true team..

Celebrate the New Year with the Sherwood Pines race at Sherwood Forest on 18 January 2026. Tackle undulating forest trails in 10k, 5k or Junior runs and enjoy bespoke medals, free photos and prizes.

Stanbury Splash on 18 January 2026 at Penistone Hill Country Park is a 12 km fell race with about 400 m of ascent across moorland, stream crossings and muddy climbs. Expect rugged scenery, winter kit requirements and a friendly Woodentops s..

Explore scenic canal and riverside trails at the Kirkstall Calverley Cutter and Kirkstall Bridge 10 km on 24 January 2026, with 10 km and 16 km options. Multi terrain undulating routes, marshals and water refill stations make this a lively..

Take on The Holly Challenge on 24 January 2026 in Lightmoor Nature Reserve with distances from 5K to marathon and just 50 places available. Enjoy a scenic lane route, full support and a finisher medal.

Take on undulating sand, gravel and grass laps at Bawsey Country Park on 24 January 2026 with OMG One Mile 2 Go by Zig Zag Running. Choose from 5k to ultra distances in a friendly mass start event with just 100 spots.

Run the Petzl Night Runner at Rivington under head torch light, choosing 10 km or a half marathon on glow in the dark trail signage. Expect rough, boggy, rocky terrain, a finisher medal and lively post race buzz.

Enjoy a scenic two day January Half Marathon and 10k on the traffic free Tissington Trail between Ashbourne and Buxton, with gentle climbs out and easy returns. Choose one day or both and earn a bespoke medal and free photos.

Light up your night at the Dalby Forest Head Torch Challenge, a fun 5 mile trail race through atmospheric singletrack and woodland. Expect muddy, adventurous terrain and a lively community vibe for runners of all abilities.

The North of England Cross Country Championships come to Pontefract Race Course on 24 January 2026, with races for U13 to senior athletes on a challenging parkland course. Chip timing and club colours required, entries close 18 January.

Take on The Half & Half 10 km on 25 January 2026 at Sowerby Bridge for a split terrain challenge. Rugged muddy trails and obstacles give way to a tarmac finish, entries are limited to 100 and hoodies are available to pre order.

Dirt Run Round One is an off road looped trail through Irchester and Brigstock Country Parks where runners tackle 5 km, 10 km or 15 km by completing laps. Organized by GoBeyondSport, this lively multi terrain event is currently sold out.

Tigger Tor is a classic winter fell race from Fox House on 25 January 2026, taking runners across Houndkirk, Burbage and Hathersage Moors in a 14.2 km course with 490 m of climb. Navigation and mandatory kit make it a true fell challenge.

Flat, timed laps along the River Mersey at Hardy Farm, from 5k to ultra on a 5.3 km 3.28 mile out and back loop you can repeat within seven hours. Choose a bespoke finisher medal, refuel at a well stocked aid station and support Manchester..

Hoofstones Fell Race in Todmorden covers 8 miles with 425 m of climb across the Pennines, testing navigation skills. Race HQ is the Staff of Life pub where post race refreshments and prizes await; entries accepted pre entry or on the day.

Take on the Dovedale Big Daddy on 1 February 2026, an AL fell race in the Peak District covering 20.4 km with 1370 m ascent and nine steep climbs through the Manifold and Dovedale valleys. Entries close 29 January and are limited to 250.

Run scenic trails at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, winding through Deer Park and abbey ruins. Choose 5 km, 10 km or half marathon; canicross friendly with one well controlled dog and finishers get a medal and snack.