Trail Running calendar near Richmond (North Yorkshire) 2026-2027

Explore the wild Howgills from Sedbergh on 12 April 2026 with 10 km, half marathon or full marathon options on scenic trails. Mandatory kit and minimum age 16 apply, and entries include a finisher medal, timing and photos.

Spring in Lakeland is a scenic 23 mile route from Ambleside with big climbs and memorable tarn views at Coniston and Tarn Hows. Runners and walkers welcome on 12 April 2026; the event is currently full with a waiting list.

Run along the River Wear with iconic Cathedral views at the Dashing Dog Charity Run in Durham. Pick any distance from 3 km to ultra in a seven hour time challenge, collect a dog themed medal and help local dog rehoming charities.

Take on a 7 hour timed trail along the River Wear near Durham, flat signed footpaths with cathedral views. Choose your distance from short loops to ultramarathons, walkers welcome and proceeds support local dog rehoming charities.

Run the scenic Rivington 10m Trail Challenge on 12 April 2026, a chip timed 10 mile route through Rivington Village and Wheelton plantation. Popular and often sold out, the race offers bespoke finisher medals and prizes across age groups.

Take on the Hooded Horse Fell Race in Kilburn, North York Moors on 12 April 2026, a challenging 10.7 km course with 390 m of climb through forest and moorland. Pre entry only; adults 18 plus welcome.

Join the Bunny Run 2 in Haworth on Tue 14 Apr for a lively 3 mile course with 100 m climb across the South West Pennines. Teams welcome, minimum age 12, finishers get a Cadbury Creme Egg and Easter egg prizes with chip butties and pub hospi..

Take on the Ossy Moors Fell Race in Oswaldtwistle on Wednesday 15 April 2026. This lively 5 mile fell course with about 300 m of climb weaves Bowland trails and offers on the day entry for a friendly competitive vibe.

Take on a midweek Peak District challenge at Herod Farm: a scenic but testing 3 mile route with 340 m of climb. Pre entry is £6 or £10 on the night; registration runs 18:15 to 19:15.

Tackle the Grisedale Grind, a steep 4 km Lake District fell race with a testing 480 m ascent that rewards gutsy climbs. Entry on the day for £7 cash, juniors welcome at Revelin Moss opposite Whinlatter Visitor Centre.

Take on 230 km of Pennine Bridleway and upland trails through the Peak District to Cumbria with 75 hours to finish. Limited to 30 runners, this rugged multi day challenge features checkpoints with hot meals, bunks and course support.

Take on the Ranger Ultras 137 km trail across the Pennine Bridleway from Yorkshire moors to Cumbria, with dramatic scenery and a 50 hour cutoff. Limited to 20 places with checkpoint support, hot meals and multiday facilities.

Goathland V Trig Ultra on 18 April 2026 is a scenic 37 mile self guided challenge across the North York Moors visiting five triangulation pillars. Solo or pair entries are limited to 65, with finishers treated to a hot meal and memento.

Celebrate the Peak District anniversary at the Peak District Birthday Bash in Castleton on 18 April 2026. Tackle a 70 km circuit or a 35 km route through iconic park landscapes, with early start options and proceeds supporting conservation.

Enjoy a scenic 12 km trail in the Yorkshire Dales as part of the Due North series on 18 April 2026. The Burnsall start and finish offers marshalled country routes, post race food and a beer and prizes for age groups.

The Burnsall Trail Half will take place in Burnsall on Saturday 18 April 2026. You can run 21 kilometers.

Enjoy a relaxed run along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal in Saltaire on 18 April 2026 with 5K, 10K and half marathon options for runners, joggers and walkers. Finish with a quirky jumble medal, hot food and your choice of beer or soft drink..

Tackle a scenic 12K trail challenge around Burnsall Village on the opening leg of the Due North series. Enjoy a fully waymarked riverside and countryside route with generous post race rewards and a lively village atmosphere at the finish.

Tackle the scenic but rugged Blackstone Edge Fell Race, a 5.6 km test with 366 m of climb over Pennine Way and a Roman road to the trig point. Expect boggy tussocks and classic northern moorland underfoot.

Tackle the NAV4 Lakes Mountain 40 on 18 April 2026, a tough Lake District mountain challenge with a 40 mile route and 27 mile option covering iconic summits like Helvellyn. Limited to 100 starters for an intimate high country experience.