Trail Running calendar near Rishworth 2026-2027

The Fellsman Dart is a 30-mile ultra-marathon from Redshaw to Threshfield in the Yorkshire Dales. With over 4,200 feet of climbing and 13 checkpoints, it tests navigation and endurance for fit participants.

Tackle the classic Eskdale Elevation fell race in the Lake District, a testing 20.2 km route with 1455 m of climb across dramatic fells. Enter on the day for £10 with proceeds going to charity.

The Bluebell Bimble is a six mile self guided trail race through the Derbyshire countryside. Runners enjoy a scenic loop featuring the Linacre Reservoirs and beautiful bluebell woods. The event starts and finishes at Wadshelf Village Hall.

A 10 km running safari at Yorkshire Wildlife Park on 26 April 2026, organised with Curly's Athletes to support the Wildlife Foundation. The mixed surface single loop course is UK Athletics licensed and entry includes park access.

A marathon and half marathon on the traffic free Tissington Trail in Derbyshire on 26 April 2026, using a 13 mile former railway route between Ashbourne and Buxton. Advance and on the day entry options are noted.

Run the undulating trails of Delamere Forest on a 21k or 42k course. The event starts at the visitor centre and requires runners to carry specific mandatory kit. This is a UTMB Index race.

Run through the North York Moors at the Heartbeat Hobble in Goathland, an 11.9 km fell with 290 m of climb. Entry on the day and a village hall finish create a friendly spring fell outing.

A challenging fell race on the Pennine Way. Cover 12.9 km with 452 m of climb to Bleaklow Head and back. Records show a fast course for those seeking a competitive test.

A hilly half marathon through Hamsterley Forest on 26 April 2026 with chip timing, water stations and mile markers. Entry fees start at £24, entries are limited to 500 and close on 20 April 2026.

A classic fell race in the Peak District, the Kinder Downfall covers 15.4km with 600m of ascent. Full FRA kit and previous fell running experience are mandatory for this BM-category event. The race starts and registers in Hayfield village.

Join the Bunny Run Relay in the South West Pennines for a playful team race of three, each running a short hilly leg. On the day entries only, eggs serve as batons and every finisher gets a Cadbury creme egg.

Cockfield Chase is a beginner-friendly fell race in County Durham. The 7km route is run over two laps, with a group run first to view the course. It features a unique "bring a prize, win a prize" format for all participants.

A marked fell race over 4.6 miles of fields and tracks in Penistone. No navigation is needed on the marshalled BS category course. It honors club stalwart Ian Charlesworth.

Orchan Rocks is a classic fell race in the South West Pennines on Tue 28 Apr 2026, starting at the Staff of Life pub in Todmorden. Tackle a punchy 5.4 km course with 280 m climb, open to runners aged 14 and over with pre entry or day entry.

A midweek fell race in Wray on 28 April 2026 covering 11 km with 335 m climb. Entry is on the day only with a £5 fee and teams of three are permitted.

Enjoy a scenic riverside run on the Trans Pennine Trail with 5 km and 10 km routes, mostly flat and fast. Limited to 150 runners, finishers get a drink from Piglove Brewery and night runners must carry a headtorch.

Fo(e) Edge is a compact fell race in the South West Pennines on Wed 29 Apr 2026, sending runners over 4.1 miles with 300 m of climb from Cowpe Village Hall. Entry on the day is £5 and teams are welcome for a spirited midweek test of hill le..

Event Overview The Dragonfly Challenge is a timed running event with a 6-hour duration. Participants decide how far they run by completing as many laps of a 5.3 km (3.3-mile) course as they wish within the time limit. This means the total d..

Run a fast, flat 5k trail race around Clowbridge Reservoir. This event is the final race in a three-part spring series, with prizes in each race. The course features two laps with minimal elevation, starting from the Rossendale Valley Saili..

A 50 mile trail ultra in the Yorkshire Dales around Malham with 2593 m of ascent and five staffed checkpoints. It follows the Pennine Way and Yorkshire 3 Peaks routes and requires prior marathon experience and mandatory kit.