Trail Running calendar near Rimington 2026-2027

Experience a 7.3 km trail race through the scenic Derwent Valley featuring forest paths and technical descents. Conquer a steep climb to the Oker Trig Point for panoramic views before a fast downhill finish.

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.

A relaunched 5.5 mile fell race in Flagg on 14 August 2026, running off road through fields, lanes and country roads toward Pomeroy and Chelmorton with a downhill return to the village. Pre-entry £7, race-day £8.

A multi-distance towpath event in Saltaire offering routes from 5k to ultra, regular feed stations, on-course marshals, finisher medals and nearby train and parking access.

Ilkley Skyline offers 35 km and 22 km fell running routes across the moors around Ilkley, starting and finishing at The Hermit in Burley Woodhead. The unmarked courses require a GPX or route map and include checkpoints and two aid stations.

A 12 or 24 hour hill and trail event on Moel Famau using a 7.51 km loop with 511 m ascent per lap. Solo runners and teams can complete as many laps as they choose while using on site camping and support facilities.

Join the Rusland 5, a scenic fell race across Rusland Showfield in the Lake District featuring a 4.8 mile route with 310 m of climb and shorter senior and junior options. Race entry is free; the show costs £5 and accepts entries on the day.

Trail runs through the private Lambton Estate near Chester-le-Street offering 5, 10 and 15 mile routes across woodland, fields and estate roads. Canicross friendly with chip timing, on-site parking and finishers' medal plus refreshments.

Explore the scenic Eden Valley on this self navigated trail half marathon passing through woodlands and riverside paths. Open to runners and walkers, this mixed terrain course offers a true taste of the Cumbrian countryside.

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.

Join the Keswick Sports Fell Race in the Lake District on Sun 16 Aug 2026 for a punchy 3 mile, 290 m climb course from Fitz Park Cricket Pavilion. Entry on the day and juniors welcome with big prizes for record breakers.

Experience a scenic run through Avenham and Miller Parks in central Preston. Choose from four distances including a 10k or an ultra marathon on a flat loop course along the River Ribble.

Challenge yourself on the Sedbergh Hills fell race: 14 miles across scenic Yorkshire Dales with roughly 6000 ft of climb, testing endurance and navigation. Pre entry only via SI Entries; post race prizegiving and running camaraderie await.

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.

A trail half marathon in the North York Moors on 16 August 2026 covering about 13.1 miles with multiple ascents of Roseberry Topping. Limited to 50 runners, five hour cut off, mandatory safety kit and a bespoke finisher medal.

Fell races for juniors and seniors take place at the Lakeland Country Fair, including a senior 8.5 km route to the summit of Coniston Old Man. Entry to the races is free on the day though Country Fair admission applies.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell race from Maggs Howe, Kentmere with a punchy 6 km course and 400 m of climb to test strength and navigation. Entry is on the day only and runners should bring waterproofs, hat and gloves; parking is limit..

Tackle the Hawkshead Show Fell Race in the Lake District a scenic 7.8 km with 244 m of climb through classic Lakeland terrain. Entry is on the day with show admission; seniors 17 plus and children's sports take place on the field.

Join this monthly trail series at Wirral Country Park featuring an 8 km course. Open to runners aged 16 and over, the event offers individual race entries and series trophies across multiple age categories.