Trail Running calendar near Retford 2026-2027

Experience a scenic ladies only trail half marathon through Sutton Springs Wood and the Five Pits Trail. Support Women's Aid while enjoying a supportive atmosphere with campfire treats and a commemorative medal at the finish.

Join this annual 10 km trail race in the North Yorkshire Moors to support mental health awareness. Enjoy a well marked circular route starting from the Yorkshire Cycle Hub with a supportive community atmosphere.

This classic fell race covers 5.2 km with 800 ft of ascent on a route to Rivington Pike and back. It starts near the Crown Hotel in Horwich and traditionally runs on Easter Saturday.

Run along the scenic Leeds and Liverpool Canal in Rodley with distances ranging from 10k to an Ultra Marathon. Enjoy a flat out and back course on a well maintained towpath with support stations every three miles.

Enjoy a festive multi terrain run around the picturesque Chasewater Reservoir with distances ranging from a Junior Run to 20 km. This undulating course features professional timing, bespoke medals, and a friendly atmosphere.

Experience a 10km multi-terrain race through the scenic tracks and fields of Helmsley. This established event features an undulating course and supports local community causes with a sustainable finisher prize.

Experience Halifax like never before. The Halifax Urban Trail is a unique 10K route that takes runners through the town's historic buildings, from Shibden Park to the Piece Hall. This inaugural event supports a local hospice charity.

Join this friendly 3 mile race in Haworth on the South West Pennines, climbing 100 m over a scenic course around the Old Sun Hotel. Every finisher gets a Cadbury's Creme Egg and winners take Easter eggs, with chip butties at the pub after.

Explore Northamptonshire's countryside on a 54-mile ultra marathon loop from Brixworth Country Park. For those preferring a shorter distance, the Rosebud Marathon covers the final 26.2 miles of the route. Relay team options are also availab..

Take on the Rosebud Marathon, a 26.2 mile stretch of the Rose of the Shires Ultra through scenic Northamptonshire trails, roads and canal tow path. Enjoy waymarked routes, on site support, a finisher medal and prizes for top runners.

Follow the scenic Ripon Rowel route through historic Fountains Abbey and wooded valleys. This event offers trail and ultra distances ranging from 13 to 35 miles with full tracker support for the longest course.

Explore the Pennine valleys and moors of Calderdale with three circular routes starting from Sowerby Bridge. Open to walkers and runners, this historic event features scenic moorland tracks and steep valley climbs.

Traverse the scenic Yorkshire Wolds on a 30 or 50 mile journey from Driffield Showground. This supported event for runners and walkers includes checkpoints and a post race meal.

Experience a classic fell race in the South and West Pennines covering 11.3 km with significant elevation gain. Starting in Wardle this event supports local rescue teams while offering a competitive course for club teams.

Represent Leicestershire or Northamptonshire in this unique 28 mile ultra marathon along the flat and traffic free Brampton Valley Way featuring two historic tunnels.

Trail races of 5km, 10km and a half marathon take place at Bramham Park on 12 April 2026, using woodland trails that pass estate buildings and statues. Live chip timing is provided and finishers receive a medal and refreshments.

Experience a scenic 10k trail race through the rolling Northamptonshire countryside starting in Kings Cliffe. This eco friendly event features a fully marked circular route along farm tracks and disused railways.

A popular 10-mile trail run through the scenic Lancashire countryside near Rivington Village. This chip-timed spring event offers a varied route of woodlands and open moors, a finisher's medal, and prizes. It regularly sells out due to its..

Experience a 10.71 km fell race through the scenic Kilburn Wood with 390 m of climbing. This event follows FRA rules and requires traditional navigation skills and mandatory safety kit in a forest setting.

Tackle a classic spring fell race in Mow Cop on Sun 12 Apr 2026: 10.5 km with 400 m of climb across stirring hill terrain. Entries on the day for adults 18 and over, with team scoring and friendly club spirit.