Trail Running calendar near Salford 2026-2027

A Category B short fell race of about 5.2 km with 213 m of ascent in Horwich on 4 April 2026. The route climbs to Rivington Pike and returns; pre entry and day entry are available and junior races are organised for multiple age groups.

Classic Lake District fell run from New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, a sharp 3.5 mile course with 2100 ft of climbing over rough rock and moor. Day entries welcome; bring map, compass and waterproofs for this high country test.

A fully guided and supported 42.4 mile trail run from Pentrefoelas to Bodfari with 5,325 ft of ascent, six staffed sections with checkpoints, food and first aid, and a wooden medal and certificate on completion.

Canal-side trail races from Rodley along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal offering distances from 10k to ultra marathon. The course is an out and back on a mostly flat towpath with marshals, regular feed stations and finisher medals.

Join the festive Chasewater Easter Egg Challenge for a run around the reservoir. Choose from 5k to 20k distances or a junior run, with custom medals and photos for all. Optional Easter costumes welcome.

Join the Alan Kirk Memorial Lad's Leap on Sun 5 Apr 2026 in Crowden near Woodhead for a testing 9.5 km moorland race with 518 m of ascent and spectacular Peak District views. Teams welcome and entries available on the day.

Celebrate 15 years of the Helmsley Easter 10km, a popular multi-terrain race through the scenic tracks and fields around this North Yorkshire market town. The hilly, undulating route offers a community atmosphere. Proceeds support local cha..

Experience Halifax like never before. The Halifax Urban Trail is a unique 10K route that takes runners through the town's historic buildings, from Shibden Park to the Piece Hall. This inaugural event supports a local hospice charity.

Join this friendly 3 mile race in Haworth on the South West Pennines, climbing 100 m over a scenic course around the Old Sun Hotel. Every finisher gets a Cadbury's Creme Egg and winners take Easter eggs, with chip butties at the pub after.

A four-mile out-and-back fell race from Rothay Park, Ambleside, climbing gravel tracks and bridleways to a summit cairn then returning the same way. Entries via SI entries from March 2026 with set fees and an age minimum.

A trail race from Studley Roger near Ripon following the Ripon Rowel route through Fountains Abbey, Studley Water gardens and the River Skell. Distances range from a half marathon to an ultramarathon of about 35 miles with checkpoint suppor..

On 11 April 2026 the Calderdale Hike offers circular 35, 24 and 16 mile routes from Sowerby Bridge across high Pennine moors, open to walkers and runners, with compulsory kit checks and professional timing.

The Jeffrey's Mount Figure of Eight on Sat 11 Apr 2026 in the Lake District is a classic 7.8 km fell race with 530 m of climb that rewards stamina and navigation. On the day entry is £8 and proceeds support Macmillan Cancer Support.

Tackle the classic Wardle Skyline, a scenic fell race in the South West Pennines on Sat 11 Apr 2026. The 11.3 km route climbs 381 m from Wardle Square and accepts pre entries and same day entry for runners after a spirited hill challenge.

Trail races of 10k and 16k start and finish at Hawkshead Recreation Ground, following marked routes with views over Windermere and the Lakeland fells. All routes include the mile long Coffin Trail climb and are supported by marshals and wat..

A spring trail half marathon of about 13.8 miles from Moel y Parc to Prestatyn beach, featuring over 2450 ft of ascent, two feed stations and electronic timing. Registration is at Prestatyn Nova Centre and a coach to Bodfari is available at..

Trail races of 5km, 10km and a half marathon take place at Bramham Park on 12 April 2026, using woodland trails that pass estate buildings and statues. Live chip timing is provided and finishers receive a medal and refreshments.

Three fell races around Dinas Bran in Llangollen include long, medium and a new 5 mile course. The event donates profits to the local mountain rescue and Llangollen Foodbank.

A trail running event in Sedbergh on 12 April 2026 offering three distances including a full marathon, half marathon and 10K. Entries require a compulsory kit list, a minimum age of 16, and include timing and a finisher's medal.

Ogwen | Yr Helgi Du is a Skymming event in the Ogwen Valley, Eryri. Participants can choose from 40k, 25k, or 15k routes across epic mountain trails. It starts and finishes at the Plas y Brenin National Outdoor Centre.