Trail Running calendar near Retford 2026-2027

Scenic, undulating trail runs around Carsington Water with half marathon and 10k options on 17 October 2026. Entries include a themed medal, water and post race refreshments, with marshals and kilometre markers to guide you.

Run Amberaid on 17 October 2026 from Ashover Village Hall, choosing 31 mile or 20 mile figure of eight routes through the Amber Valley by the Peak District. Undulating unmarked trails with GPX route notes, checkpoints and finisher medals.

Tackle a scenic but testing 50k across the Yorkshire Dales on 17 October 2026 from Grassington, passing Malham Tarn and Buckden Pike with 1260 m of ascent. Self navigated trails reward map skills and include remote aid, live tracking and a..

Rip n Run XL near Hebden Bridge offers 40 mile and 80 mile loop options across Ripponden moorland with testing climbs and scenic views. Expect rugged terrain, checkpoints, hot food and spirited support from She Strides Events.

Enjoy scenic Yorkshire weekend routes around Brighouse with a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere at the Yorkshire Weekend Saunter in October 2026. Choose 5K, 10K or half marathon, then celebrate with a jumble medal, hot food and a beer or soft d..

Join Old Mother Shipton's Soft Shoe Shuffle in Knaresborough on 18 October 2026, offering looped options from 10k to ultra for every level. Enjoy scenic parkland and disused railway views, with marshals, feed stations and a bespoke medal.

Join the Gormire Gamble on Sunday 18 October 2026 at Sutton Bank in the North York Moors. This 9.1 km fell race with 250 m of climbing offers sweeping views and a lively autumn challenge for seasoned runners.

Take on the West Acre Wild 10K in Westacre, Norfolk, an off road autumn run along undulating bridleways and woodland with optional obstacles and a ford crossing near the finish. Dogs are welcome and all finishers receive a bespoke Stag meda..

On 24 Oct 2026 Punk Panther Nidderdale Way offers scenic trail runs along the Nidderdale Way through Ripley Castle, Brimham Rocks and Scar House Reservoir. Distances from 13 to 55 miles with UTMB qualification, live trackers and hot food.

The Endurancelife | North York Moors will take place in Ravenscar on Saturday 24 October 2026.

Run the scenic Monsal Trail through tunnels and over the Monsal viaduct in a traffic free half marathon or 10k from Bakewell Station. Enjoy bespoke medals, free photos and stunning Derbyshire views.

The Nidderdale Way Ultramarathon will take place in Pateley Bridge on Saturday 24 October 2026.

Join Zig Zag Running at Ferry Meadows for Pumpkin Plod, a 4 or 6 hour timed loop to log road or ultra distances on a scenic 5.3 km mixed terrain lap. Water each lap, a finisher medal and virtual entry make this a flexible autumn challenge.

Run the Bronte Way fell race through the South/West Pennines, a scenic 12 km point to point with 351 m of climb. Pre entry only with limited bus support and a warming soup and roll at the finish make this a classic autumn challenge.

Take on The Drop in Manchester, a blindfolded navigation challenge where teams or solo runners are bused to a secret drop and must find their way back on foot. Choose 10 or 15 mile options for a unique test of navigation and grit.

Tackle Lockton Limping, a scenic fell race across the North York Moors covering 11.2 km with 350 m of climb and sweeping views. Entry is on the day at Lockton Village Hall, perfect for both competitive and social runners.

Experience Irchester Spooktacular, a Halloween night time run through woodland trails with 5k and 2k family options. Fancy dress, themed marshals, medals, Halloween treats and free photos make it a spooky family favorite.

Join the Hubble Bubble and Ghostly 1 Mile on Halloween along the scenic Leeds Liverpool Canal for a fun, flat out and back run. Fancy dress, bespoke medals and spooky treats with spot prizes make this a festive must do.

Race You To The Summit is a lively fell race from the Summit Inn to Blackstone Edge and back, 4.3 miles with about 260 m of climb. Held on Halloween, it welcomes teams and juniors and offers prizes for fancy dress.

Tackle the Monsal Mash in the Peak District, a challenging 9.5 km fell race with 500 m of climb over technical and fast rough terrain. Advance entry and full kit required, teams of three welcome.