Trail Running calendar near Ripon 2025-2026

Challenge yourself on the classic Muker Show Fell Race in the Yorkshire fells on Wednesday 2 September 2026. A short but brutal route plunges through the river then climbs to Fremington Edge for a thrilling, punchy finish.

An 8 km fell race in the South West Pennines with 360 m of ascent, starting and finishing at the Red Lion in Whitworth. Expect a steep opening climb and a rollercoaster ridgeline over Brown Wardle and Hades Hill.

Challenge yourself on the Great Longstone Chase, a classic fell race in the Peak District with 4.8 miles of rugged trail and 290 m of climb. Limited to 200 pre entered runners, the event also offers junior races and post race refreshments.

Run a stunning 10k through Malham Cove and Malham Tarn, tackling the climb to Weets Top before a long runnable descent. Start and finish at Malham Show Field as part of the Due North Trail Trilogy.

Run the coastal Trans Pennine Trail at Hip Hip Hooray it's Hornsea, a flat, scenic out and back trail with distances from 5k to marathon. Expect cupless aid stations, marshals and a bespoke finisher medal.

Event overview Heights Ultra Trail is a charity running festival based at Colne Valley High School, Gillroyd Lane, Linthwaite, Huddersfield HD7 5SP. The event offers four marked races: 50 Mile 50 KM 27 KM 10 KM The event raises funds for..

Groovy Baby Love is a Peak District fell race from Hayfield Scout Hut on Sat 5 Sep 2026, 16 km with 675 m climb across unmarked ground. Mandatory kit and navigation skills required; pre entry and day entries available.

Take on the Bullock Smithy Hike, a 56 mile circular challenge starting and finishing in Hazel Grove. Enjoy scenic trails and choose to hike or tackle it as the Ultra 56, hosted by the 3rd Hazel Grove Scout Group.

Take on a scenic half marathon in Malham on 5 September 2026, part of the Due North Trail Trilogy, with views of Malham Cove, a climb to Weets Top and a long descent. Finish at Malham Show Field with post race food and a finisher beer.

Enjoy the Longshaw Sheepdog Trials Fell Race, 5 September 2026, in the Peak District. A challenging 7.1 km route across the Longshaw estate with steep climbs and fast descents. Limited places and free sheepdog trials entry for runners.

Take on the classic Grisedale Horseshoe on Sat 5 Sep 2026 around Ullswater, a demanding 16 km fell race with 1525 m of climb through dramatic Lake District scenery. Entries are limited and pre entry is required for this iconic community cha..

Run scenic, well marshalled trails around Derwentwater from Fitz Park Keswick with stunning views of Skiddaw, Blencathra and the northern fells. Choose 5k, 10k or 15k routes and enjoy live music, food stalls and lively festival atmosphere.

A challenging circular fell marathon of about 26 miles and nearly 6,000 ft ascent, taking in five Wainwright summits. Scenic, tough and GPS tracked, it welcomes experienced runners and capable fell walkers with a 12 hour cut off.

Join the classic Burnsall Fell Race in the Yorkshire Dales for a short but fierce hill test, with a steep climb to a cairn and a thrilling edge descent. Entry on the day for seniors is £5.

The Exterminator is a rugged 17 miles fell race in the Peak District from Totley AC pavilion, across moorland, woods and village paths. Strong navigation and mandatory kit are required; bring your own bottle or cup for two water stations.

Take on the Loweswater Show fell race on Sun 6 Sep 2026 in the Lake District, starting at New House Farm, Lorton. This punchy 4.2 km with 305 m of climb is open to runners 13 plus with on the day registration and free race entry; teams welc..

Enjoy a Peak District fell race at Oxspring Playing Field, a punchy 6.2 km course with 190 m of ascent through scenic terrain. On the day entries welcome for a modest fee and the event is part of an eight race series.

Robin Hood 100 is a scenic 100 mile trail ultra from Retford that follows the Chesterfield Canal into Sherwood Forest, looping past Creswell Crags, Clumber Park and historic estates. Limited to 150 runners and fully supported, it is a class..

Run around Lake Windermere in this scenic 47 mile trail ultra with a 24 hour limit, fully way marked and supported by five well stocked aid stations. Finishers receive a locally sourced meal and medal, and entries are currently full.

Take on the Leeds Country Way In a Day, a scenic 100 km loop around Leeds through trails, villages and parks. The waymarked route with checkpoints and aid along the way makes for a rewarding ultrarunning challenge for adventurous runners.