Trail Running calendar near Skelmersdale 2026-2027

Take on the Eskdale Show fell race in the Lake District, a scenic 6.9 km course with 277 m of climb across classic fell terrain. Open to adults and juniors, with easy entry on the day for spontaneous race plans.

A 22 km fell race from Tilberthwaite Farm with about 1,535 m of ascent on a route new from 2025. Run under FRA rules, entry is limited to 350 and requires mandatory kit and navigation skills.

A senior fell race near Cliviger covering 4.3 miles (7 km) with about 1310 feet of ascent. The flagged and marshaled course runs over moorland with steep climbs and grassy descents; entry fees are £6 or £8.

A 24 hour trail event at Leighton Hall with a **5.75 km** lap, solo and team options, live timing, on-course support, camping and family activities.

Trail running at Ladybower Reservoir on 26 September 2026 with 21K and 52K routes, marked courses, stocked aid stations and chip timing.

Trail runs across the 1,000 plus acre Harewood House estate with 5 mile, 10 mile and 15 mile options, live chip timing, Canicross friendly entries and finishers receiving a medal and snack.

A BM fell race near Ilkley covering 8.1 miles with 1,214 ft of ascent over rocky tracks, forest and a mile of road. Mandatory waterproof kit is required and there are basic facilities, on course water and a finishers drink.

New for 2026, Clumber Dirty Dozen is a 12 mile trail race around National Trust Clumber Park on 26 September with marshals, water stations and finishers medals.

A point to point 30 miles ultra along the coast from Blackpool Tower to Lancaster Castle that includes a ferry crossing between Fleetwood and Knott End. The event features chip timing, aid stations and mandatory kit checks.

A community-hosted BM fell race in Glyn Ceiriog covering 11.6 km with 425 m ascent, entry on the day, minimum age 18, and post-race soup and cakes at the centre.

A fully waymarked sea to summit ultramarathon from Caernarfon Castle to Rhyd Ddu, covering 29 miles with about 5600 ft of ascent. Professional mountain safety and medical teams support runners and finisher medals form part of the Sea to Sum..

PARAS'10 Catterick on 26 September 2026 is a 10 mile multi terrain endurance event at Catterick Garrison. It includes a 10 mile bergen category, a canicross option, and supports the charity SUPPORT OUR PARAS.

A professionally guided, fully supported 50 km high-level route across the Lake District with 21 summits and 3,500 m ascent, starting at Broughton Mills and finishing in Keswick.

A charity relay in Malham on 27 September 2026 with mixed teams formed on the day and an entry fee of £5 per person. The route climbs near the summit of Cawden Hill then returns on a direct descent.

A BM-category fell race in Waddington covering about 11.3 km with 415 m ascent, marshalled route, a trig-point checkpoint and a Summit House Farm cutoff.

A 5 mile mixed-terrain loop around Knaresborough and the River Nidd, starting at Knaresborough Cricket Club, with medals, prizes and fundraising for Yorkshire Air Ambulance.

Classic Peak District fell run from Stoney Wood, Wirksworth with an undulating 13.7 km course and 457 m of climb that rewards strong legs and scenic views. Pre entry is required for the Sept 27 2026 race so book early and bring a cup to red..

Trail runs at Delamere Forest on 27 September 2026 offer a two-lap half marathon and a one-lap 10K over technical wooded trails, with chip timing, aid stations, canicross options, and eco-minded event measures.

A trail event in Blackpool on 27 September 2026 with 10K, half marathon, marathon and ultra options on a 10K loop. The route runs through country park paths past Marton Mere and Blackpool Zoo and includes on-course refreshments and a finish..

A five mile trail race in Worsley on 27 September 2026 organised by Swinton Running Club, with affiliated and unaffiliated entry categories and limited on-the-day places.