Trail Running calendar near Saltburn-by-the-Sea 2025-2026

Run a unique course at RAF Spadeadam, passing Blue Streak rocket platforms and military relics with sweeping views of the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall. Tackle 11 km or 14 mile routes and support the RAF Benevolent Fund.

Join the Run for Wildlife Spring 10K at Yorkshire Wildlife Park for a scenic single loop around the grounds, supporting the Wildlife Foundation. Open to walkers, joggers and runners, this family friendly event blends wildlife and fitness.

Join the Trail Outlaws Urban Trail Series for fully marked, marshalled trail races from 5K to half marathon, with prizes and a season ticket that saves on entry. Friendly vibe and great reviews make it a top pick for runners.

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.

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 in County Durham is a friendly 7 km fell race with 160 m of climb, run as a guided first lap and a raced second lap. Ideal for beginners and club runners, entries are available in advance or on the day.

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.

Take an evening trail run through Gibside National Trust with 5 km and 10 km options, canicross friendly with one controlled dog per runner. Live chip timing, bespoke finisher medals and sweeping woodland views make this a memorable spring..

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.

Tackle a 50 mile ultra in the Yorkshire Dales on 2 May 2026, starting and finishing at Malham. Scenic but tough, the Pennine Barrier climbs over 2500 m and passes Malham Cove, Malham Tarn and the Yorkshire 3 Peaks.

Take on the CBTE Esk Valley Epic, a 36 mile tracked ultra around the scenic Esk Valley from Glaisdale. Tackle big climbs, enjoy checkpoint support and earn a finishers medal and shirt to celebrate this classic northern challenge.

Classic fell race through the North York Moors on Sunday 3 May 2026, 15 km with about 605 m of climb from Fryup Gill near Whitby. Entry on the day makes it ideal for spontaneous runners and teams seeking a rugged challenge.

Coiners is an 11 km Calder Valley fell race across moorland around Stoodley Pike and Bell House Moor, climbing about 396 m and rewarding runners with sweeping views over Cragg Vale. The flagged route must be followed due to nesting birds, s..

Start the Jane Tomlinson Canal Race Series with a flat 5 km along the scenic Aire and Calder towpath in Methley, Leeds. Run to support the Jane Tomlinson Appeal with prizes and keepsake shirts for series entrants.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell race from Dockray to Hartside on Wed 6 May 2026, covering 10 km with a stiff 800 m of climb. Entry on the day is £5 with parking at the quarry car park. Expect a tough scenic course and friendly vibes.

Take on the Cautley Horseshoe fell race near Sedbergh on 6 May 2026, a short but brutal 7.5 km with 805 m of ascent and spectacular upland views. Entry on the day is £5 and the Cross Keys Inn will be open for post race food and drink.

Enjoy a classic short fell challenge around Lothersdale with 5.4 km of rugged trails and 180 m of climb. Entry on the day from 18:30 at the Hare and Hounds makes this a perfect quick evening test for confident runners.

Join the pop up Kirkstall Rock up n' Run in Leeds on 7 May 2026 for a choice of 5k or 10k and a finisher medal. Enjoy hot food, a post race beer and relaxed same day entry beside the Leeds and Liverpool Canal.

Take on the 16th Marsden Moors on 9 May 2026 near Huddersfield, with three scenic circular routes including a full marathon across reservoirs and valley tracks. Limited to 150 runners, this friendly event offers checkpoint snacks and a fini..

Pendle Cloughs fell race on Saturday 9 May 2026 in Downham near Clitheroe is a tough 14 mile route with 1250 m of ascent across classic Lancashire fells. Entry capped at 400 with limited on the day places so book early via SIEntries.