Trail Running calendar near Shap 2025-2026

Join the classic Three Peaks relay from Horton in Ribblesdale as teams of six tackle 39 km and 1596 m of ascent across Pen y Ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough. Scenic, challenging and social with minibuses between legs and a post race meal.

The Fellsman is a high level traverse of the Yorkshire Dales with a tough 60 mile route or a 30 mile Dart alternative. Both are volunteer run and serve hot food and live tracking across wild moorland.

Run through Cold War history and sweeping Lake District and Hadrian's Wall views at the RAF Spadeadam Blue Streak Trail Run on 25 April 2026. Choose a 14 mile or 11 km route and support the RAF Benevolent Fund.

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.

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.

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..

Tackle the Lords Seat Fell race at Whinlatter Visitor Centre, an 8 km route with 430 m of climb across scenic, rugged fells. Entry on the day only £7 cash, with junior races and a start from the visitor centre car park.

Tackle a 50 mile trail ultramarathon through the stunning limestone scenery of Malham and the Yorkshire Dales on 2 May 2026. Expect big climbs, iconic peaks and well stocked checkpoints on this tough but beautifully scenic UKA permitted rac..

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.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell race in Coniston: 14 km of rugged trails with 1065 m of climb, rewarding effort with stunning upland views. Proceeds support Coniston MRT and pre entry is required.

Join the Cake Race on Sat 2 May 2026 in Diggle, starting from the Diggle Hotel, for a scenic 16 km fell challenge over the Pennines. Fast times, team prizes and a quirky cake reward for bakers make this a must do spring race.

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.

Start the Jane Tomlinson Canal Race Series with a flat 5 km along the scenic canal towpath in Methley on 5 May 2026. Community race raising funds for the Jane Tomlinson Appeal with age category prizes.

Join the Carlisle City Urban Trail Run, a 10 km city and off road course from The Sands Centre on 6 May 2026. Limited to 300 runners, with live chip timing and age group prizes for a fun spring challenge.