Trail Running calendar near Silecroft 2026-2027

Run the Stockport Trail Half Marathon along the scenic Middlewood Way and Macclesfield Canal near Marple. Chip timing and a relaxed non competitive wave make it perfect for racers and social runners alike.

Take on Mr Sparkle's Dark Un, an 8.1 km night fell race across moorland with stiff climbs, mud and a final descent on 27 Feb 2026. A headtorch and full body cover are required and places are limited, pre entry only.

Celebrate the tenth anniversary of the Chester Ultra 50 Mile, a 50 mile trail ultramarathon around North Cheshire linking the Sandstone Trail and Helsby Hill. Expect rugged singletrack, seven checkpoints and a tough but rewarding 17 hour cu..

A 24 mile winter route from Dovestone Sailing Club through the Dark Peak and South Pennine Moors with 3900 ft of ascent and varied terrain. The event is fully supported with four checkpoints and is currently full with waiting list closed.

Night trail event at Whinlatter Forest with marked, chip timed courses and GPX files available. Two options are offered, 10 km with 380 m ascent or 5 km with 200 m ascent; dogs are allowed and a head torch is required.

Join Phoenix Running Manchester's Dragonfly Run at Hardy Farm for a timed, multi distance challenge on a flat riverside towpath. Enjoy a bespoke finisher medal option, cakes at aid stations and a £1 donation per runner to Glossop Cat Rescue..

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

Classic fell race from Dufton to High Cup Nick and back, covering 15 km with 460 m of climbing. Expect dramatic Pennine scenery, a stiff but rewarding route, and a warm village welcome at the finish.

A short but steep fell race on Ilkley Moor covering about 8 km with 401 m of climb, run under FRA rules. The event has an entry limit of 400, requires FRA minimum kit, and includes junior races plus age and team prizes.

A chip timed, approximate 10 km multi‑terrain race in Ripon with an accompanying 1 km fun run for all ages. Entry is limited and fees are £18 to £20; proceeds support St Wilfrid's Primary School.

Take on Saint Michael's Harrogate 10K or 5K on 1 March 2026, a scenic trail run supporting North Yorkshire Hospice Care. Family friendly 5K offers free child places with adult supervision and aid stations on course.

A fully flagged fell race at Cautley on 1 March 2026, about 6.5 km with 663 m of ascent. Pre-entry is available, mandatory waterproof kit is required and dogs are not permitted.

Take on the Loggerheads Trail 5 km or 10 km at Loggerheads Country Park on 7 March 2026, including a 5 km canicross option and member entries. Enjoy varied riverside and technical trails, a few challenging steps, and friendly on site suppor..

Scenic trail across Saddleworth Moor with reservoir views and required self navigation between checkpoints. Choose roughly 25, 40 or 60 km routes with staffed checkpoints, live tracking and a post race meal.

Run beneath starlit skies in the Dark Skies Run Race Series, a night time trail series at scenic UK reservoirs including gold tier Kielder. Distances from 10K to longer routes offer a magical nocturnal trail challenge.

Tackle a scenic but testing 6.8 km fell course around Dolgarrog with 417 m of climb, hosted at Canolfan Porthlwyd. Entry on the day; minimum age 16 makes it perfect for adventurous runners.

Join the Stan Bradshaw Pendle Round on 7 March 2026, a classic 15 km fell race from Barley Village Hall across iconic Pendle terrain with about 545 m of climbing. Enjoy tough upland running, friendly village hospitality and hot soup afterwa..

Take on the iconic Black Combe fell race in the Lake District: a tough 13 km course with about 1000 m climb and stunning views. Pre entry only, over 18s welcome, and every entry includes a pie.

Take on the CBTE Morland Marathon, a scenic trail ultra of about 29 miles with 3,000 ft of climb through the Eden Valley and edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Fully tracked event with checkpoints, medal and t shirt at the finish.

The 40th Two Crosses Circuit on 8 March 2026 starts at Greenmount Old School Community Centre and follows routes across the Western Pennine reservoirs and moors. Two routes are offered, 18 miles and 26 miles, with a nine hour limit and a wa..