Trail Running calendar near Rufford 2026-2027

Explore the scenic Amber Valley on the eastern edge of the Peak District with a choice of 20 or 31 mile trail races featuring woodland paths and expansive views.

A 50 km trail along the Brenig Way from Corwen to Llyn Brenig with 1450 m ascent, marked waymarkers, a GPX file and three checkpoints offering refreshments.

Choose your challenge from a 10k to an Ultra Marathon on a scenic multi lap course through Knaresborough. Enjoy historic Yorkshire charm and parkland views with full marshal support and bespoke finisher medals.

Join the Gormire Gamble on Sunday 18 October 2026 at Sutton Bank in the North York Moors. This 9.1 km fell race with 250 m of climbing offers sweeping views and a lively autumn challenge for seasoned runners.

Explore the hilly High Peak on a 17 or 24 mile hike starting from Marple. Navigate scenic trails over Lantern Pike and Chinley Churn while spotting historic footpath signs to earn your finisher certificate.

Discover the beauty of Yorkshire on this trail run featuring distances from 13 to 56 miles. Traverse iconic locations like Ripley Castle and Brimham Rocks with full tracker support and post race hot food.

Experience a traffic free run through the heart of the Peak District on a former railway line featuring tunnels and the historic Monsal viaduct. Choose between 10k and half marathon distances over this scenic October weekend.

The James Coulson Laxey Fell will take place in Laxey on Saturday 24 October 2026. You can run 13 kilometers.

The Nidderdale Way Ultramarathon will take place in Pateley Bridge on Saturday 24 October 2026.

Run the Bronte Way fell race through the South/West Pennines, a scenic 12 km point to point with 351 m of climb. Pre entry only with limited bus support and a warming soup and roll at the finish make this a classic autumn challenge.

Take on the classic Buttermere fell race on 25 October 2026 at Gatesgarth Farm, a tough 5 km senior route with 600 m of climbing plus short junior races. Enjoy a traditional shepherds meet atmosphere, entry on the day and a warm drink.

Experience a unique navigation challenge where you are blindfolded, dropped at an unknown location, and tasked with finding your way back to Manchester without GPS or maps.

Celebrate Halloween along the scenic Leeds and Liverpool Canal with distances ranging from a family-friendly one-mile fun run to an ultra-marathon on a flat trail course.

The 59th annual Race You to the Summit is a Halloween-themed fell race on October 31, 2026. This 7 km course near Littleborough features 260 meters of climb, with optional fancy dress and junior races from 10 AM.

Tackle the Monsal Mash in the Peak District, a challenging 9.5 km fell race with 500 m of climb over technical and fast rough terrain. Advance entry and full kit required, teams of three welcome.

Event Overview The Lakeland Trails at Helvellyn is a trail running event on October 31, 2026. It starts and finishes on the shores of Ullswater in Glenridding, within the Lake District National Park. The courses pass through ancient woodlan..

Test your endurance at the Linacre Reservoirs with this six hour lapped trail race. Complete as many five kilometer wooded laps as you can to earn your finisher medal.

Join this flexible charity run along the River Mersey in Manchester. Complete as many 5.3km laps as you like in seven hours on a flat riverside course to support Save The Rhino.

Experience a full or half marathon through the scenic Yorkshire Dales around Gargrave and Skipton. This event takes participants to the Broughton Stone Circle while raising funds for the World Scout Jamboree.

Experience a trail run through the pine forests and sandy beaches of Newborough Warren. This event offers both a half marathon and a 10k distance with views of the Menai Strait and Eryri.