Trail Running calendar near Silverdale 2025-2026

Join the Punk Panther Christmas Cracker in Otley on 13 December for festive trail running with 12, 19 and 32 mile options on a mystery route. Small field, lively checkpoints and a medal and event T shirt for finishers.

Join the 20th Regular Irregular on 13 Dec 2025 for a scenic walk or run around Holmfirth from Brockholes Village Hall. Pick up to three loops of 11.6, 7.2 or 4.2 miles over moorland and town, with snacks and a finish meal.

Join Lakeland Paws Dawn 2 Dusk at Whinlatter Forest on 13 December for a canicross endurance event where solo and pair teams cover as many 7 km laps as daylight allows. Scenic tracks, big climbs and friendly support await you and your dog.

The Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge in Durham is a trail running event held at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club along the scenic River Wear, offering views of the Cathedral. Participants can run laps of approximately 4.37 miles (7 km), with opti..

Run the PECO Cross Country League at scenic Pontefract Park on an undulating two lap course of about 4.5 to 5 miles. Club rivalry and a lively winter race atmosphere make this a must for cross country runners.

The BigXmas Trail Festival is an annual trail running event held at Sale Water Park in Greater Manchester, blending urban and rural landscapes. Now in its fourth year, it offers three race distances: 11km, half marathon, and marathon. The c..

Join Run to the Rising Sun 10k at Rising Sun Country Park on 14 December for a scenic, marshalled trail with one summit and mainly downhill running. Finish with snacks, a memento and wild flower seeds; bring a drink container.

Silent Night is a challenging night fell race to Chapelfell Top across rough pathless ground, run entirely in the dark and demanding strong navigation skills. Strict kit and proven navigation experience are required, making it a true winter..

Beyond the Lune Winter Editions at The Royal Barn in Kirkby Lonsdale offers scenic 5, 10 and 20 km trail runs from a venue with brewery and coffee roastery. Finish with a hot drink and mince pie plus an adult finisher beer.

The Moel Famau Festive 'Piece of String' Race is a unique running event held on the last Saturday before Christmas at Bwlch Penbarras. Participants can expect a surprise distance and route, ranging between 6 and 12 kilometers, which will be..

Join PieAthlon on 20 December for a lively 6 km trail run from The Dusty Miller in Huddersfield with three pie tasting stations and Longwood views. Fancy dress is encouraged; medals for all and prizes for top finishers and best costume.

Beyond the Lune Skyline Winter Ultra: tackle a 65 km trail loop around Kirkby Lonsdale with 2000 m of ascent on 20 December 2025, navigating mainly footpaths and bridleways. Two checkpoints offer hot feeds and the finish serves pizza, crumb..

Celebrate the season with the Chopwell Woods Christmas Trail Races on 21 December 2025, a festive run through scenic woodland near Gateshead. Family and canicross friendly with one controlled dog per runner, finishers get medals, mince pies..

The Stoop is a short festive fell race on Penistone Hill near Haworth, part of the Woodentops series and chip timed for seniors. Tackle about 8 km with climbs, bring full kit if required, and enjoy a Santa hat and Curly Wurly at the finish.

Take on the Chevin Chase on Boxing Day: a challenging, hilly mixed terrain 7 mile circuit around Otley Chevin. Now in its 46th year, this festive race raises funds for local charities.

Experience the Deadwater Trail Run in Kielder Forest on 27 December 2025: a 15 km night trail that climbs to the summit of Deadwater Fell and returns via fast forest and mountain bike trails. First race of the Shadowlands series.

Take on the classic Wansfell scramble in Ambleside on 27 December, a short but steep climb to a rocky summit with spectacular views and a lively finish at Force Cafe. This is a winter fell race so full FRA kit will be checked at registratio..

Wormstones Fell Race takes place in Glossop, with the start and finish at The Beehive on Hague Street (SK13 8NR). The page positions the event as a fell race with a route that leads "to the top," though distance details aren’t listed. The r..

Kick off the new year with the 19th Hangover Hike in Dewsbury, choosing 10, 17 or 21 mile circular routes you can shorten or lengthen at a central checkpoint. Walk or run with friendly support, checkpoints, snacks and a finisher certificate..

Start your New Year with the Clowbridge 5k, a friendly two lap trail around the reservoir with scenic views, marshals and prizes. A great way to support local causes while getting an energising run to kick off 2026.