Trail Running calendar near Rowlands Gill 2025-2026

Beyond the Lune Skyline Winter Ultra: tackle a 65 km trail loop around Kirkby Lonsdale with 2000 m of ascent on 20 December 2025, navigating mainly footpaths and bridleways. Two checkpoints offer hot feeds and the finish serves pizza, crumb..

Celebrate the season with the Chopwell Woods Christmas Trail Races on 21 December 2025, a festive run through scenic woodland near Gateshead. Family and canicross friendly with one controlled dog per runner, finishers get medals, mince pies..

The Stoop is a short festive fell race on Penistone Hill near Haworth, part of the Woodentops series and chip timed for seniors. Tackle about 8 km with climbs, bring full kit if required, and enjoy a Santa hat and Curly Wurly at the finish.

Join the Wobbly Christmas Pudding 13km Run in Melrose for a festive mixed trail challenge with rolling hills and seasonal spirit. Enjoy a scenic December outing that combines rugged trails and holiday fun for runners of all levels.

Take on the Chevin Chase on Boxing Day: a challenging, hilly mixed terrain 7 mile circuit around Otley Chevin. Now in its 46th year, this festive race raises funds for local charities.

Experience the Deadwater Trail Run in Kielder Forest on 27 December 2025: a 15 km night trail that climbs to the summit of Deadwater Fell and returns via fast forest and mountain bike trails. First race of the Shadowlands series.

Take on the classic Wansfell scramble in Ambleside on 27 December, a short but steep climb to a rocky summit with spectacular views and a lively finish at Force Cafe. This is a winter fell race so full FRA kit will be checked at registratio..

Tackle the rugged Tour de Humbleton Trail Race, a 5 mile circular route from the Cheviot Centre that climbs 800 ft around Humbleton Hill. Enjoy marked trails, scenic views and marshalled support for a brisk winter fell challenge.

Kick off the new year with the Wooler Vertical 1k feet Trail Race, a challenging 4 mile route gaining 1000 feet to the top of Humbleton Hill from The Cheviot Centre. Fully marked trail and sweeping views make it a memorable way to start 202..

Test your winter trail legs on the Hardmoors 30, a scenic 30 mile coastal route from Robin Hood's Bay with about 3,400 ft of ascent and an 11 hour limit. Limited to 200 runners, it mixes rugged coastal paths and staffed aid stations.

Join the Hardmoors 15 on 3 January 2026 for a scenic 17.5 mile circular trail from Robin Hood's Bay along the Cinder Track and Cleveland Way. Limited to 150 runners, this winter coastal challenge rewards finishers with a medal and tech tee.

Kick off the year with the Deepdale Dash, a lively 5 mile trail run around Barnard Castle supporting St Teresa's Hospice. Tackle muddy tracks, woodland trails and a stream crossing while enjoying on route aid, photos and a keepsake.

Run a 22 km night trail through Kielder Forest at the Osprey Trail Run, part of the Shadowlands Race Series. Enjoy undulating forest and mountain bike trails around Gowanburn and earn series points and prizes.

Kick off the year with the Brampton Trail Run, a single lap 7 kilometre off road route through scenic Cumbria. Expect muddy, undulating trails, a bespoke finisher medal and post race coffee and cakes to celebrate.

Take on a 12 kilometre multi terrain trail around Whitley Bay, starting on the beach and finishing on the running track with stunning coastal and clifftop views. Limited places make this scenic January run one to book early.

Join Race 3 of the PECO Cross Country League on 4 January 2026 at West Park and Beckett Park, Leeds. Tackle a lively single lap of roughly 4.5 to 5 miles over undulating terrain and soak up the club competition atmosphere.

Kick off the year on forest trails at Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails South in Whinlatter Forest on 4 January 2026, with scenic 5K and 10K off road courses. Dog friendly and chip timed for a fun, competitive start to the season.

Run across the stunning 1,000 acre Harewood House estate on 10 January 2026 with 5km, 10km and half marathon options. Canicross friendly with medals, snacks and lively chip timing for a memorable winter trail experience.

Scarborough Rock offers scenic 26 and 16 mile coastal and moorland routes from Scalby Parish Hall, passing Oliver's Mount. Popular LDWA event with checkpoints, food and a finishers meal; currently full with a waiting list.

Run the Bowland Trail Half on 10 January 2026 from Slaidburn, a rugged 13 mile mixed surface route with memorable moorland scenery. Unmarked but supported with GPX and mandatory kit, finish with a meal while supporting local foodbanks.