Trail Running calendar near Shap 2025-2026

The Phoenix Running - Stretford will take place in Stretford on Friday 13 February 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Light up the forest on Valentine's night with the Whinlatter Moon Runner, a 10 km head torch trail through Keswick's atmospheric, very hilly woods. Expect twisting tracks, glow, a branded memento and post race treats for a memorable winter..

Take on the Anglezarke Amble, a scenic challenge walk from Rivington across the West Pennine Moors. Choose the 24 mile long route open to runners and finish within 10 hours to enjoy checkpoints, refreshments and a finisher certificate.

The Billing is a winter 14 km trail race around the Billing and Leeds Bradford Airport on 14 February 2026. Expect muddy climbs, fully marked trails and a small field, so bring a waterproof jacket and your own water bottle.

Tackle a challenging 10.4 km trail through the North York Moors, starting from St Helens Church in Carlin How with 350 m of climbing and great moorland views. Entry on the day for up to 120 runners makes it a lively local race.

Tackle the Bleasdale Circle fell race on 14 Feb in the wild Bowland hills, an 8 km loop with steep climbs and classic winter fell conditions. Limited to 100 pre entries, this club race welcomes teams and urges full kit with a whistle.

A 7 hour timed run along the River Wear in Durham with cathedral views and looped laps from 3 km to 50 km. Aid stations, vegan options and finisher medals make it friendly for all abilities.

Tackle PECO XC League Race 5 at Roundhay Park, Leeds on 15 Feb 2026, a cross country test of about 4.5 to 5 miles over undulating terrain. Club runners contest men's and ladies divisions in this popular regional league.

Smurf Run North offers a 7 hour time challenge along the River Wear with cathedral views, letting you tackle distances from 3 km to ultra. Finishers get themed medals, distance pins and a tasty goody bag with vegan options.

Take on a Pennines fell race Sun 15 Feb 2026 at Booth Cricket Club, a testing 8 km with 381 m climb over moorland that needs some navigation. Pre entry or entry on the day up to 100 runners; full body cover required and parking limited.

Tackle a classic Peak District fell race from Lower Hopton Cricket Club, a punchy 5 km with about 210 m of climb over rugged upland terrain. Junior races and on the day entries make it perfect for family runners and club competitors.

Explore scenic trails around Cracoe in the Yorkshire Dales with 12 or 25 mile options for walkers and runners. Places are limited and the event is currently full with a waiting list, with checkpoints, hot drinks and a finish meal to reward..

Challenge yourself on the Flower Scar Fell Race near Todmorden a winter fell race covering 13.3 km with 660 m of ascent across steep climbs, rough moor and fast paths. Full FRA winter kit is mandatory and advance entry is required.

Enjoy scenic winter trail running around Derwent Reservoir with 5 and 10 mile routes weaving through woodland, firm trails and grassy sections. The 5 mile is canicross friendly so bring one controlled dog for a shared adventure.

Take on the South Pennine 24 on 28 February 2026, a challenging 24 mile winter route across Dark Peak moorland from Dovestone Reservoir. Suited to experienced walkers and runners, with checkpoints, flexible starts and a ten hour limit.

Light up Whinlatter Forest with a headtorch in the Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails Night Run, choosing 5k or 10k undulating trail routes. Dogs are welcome with up to two per runner and individual starts for a relaxed, chip timed night event.

Brighten a winter evening with the Northumberlandia 10K Headtorch Trail Race, a lively 10K across rolling trails, stone tracks and forest paths. Enjoy a festival village, bespoke medal and atmospheric night running under headtorches.

The Phoenix Running - Stretford will take place in Stretford on Saturday 28 February 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

The Carraghan will take place in Braddan on Saturday 28 February 2026.

Take on INOV8 High Cup Nick in Dufton, a 15 km fell race with 460 m of climb across the wild North Pennines. Pre entry required and FRA kit is mandatory; village hall refreshments and free parking available.