Trail Running calendar near Slaidburn 2025-2026

The Cracoe Cracker Challenge is a scenic running and walking event held in the Yorkshire Dales, starting from Cracoe Village Hall in North Yorkshire. Participants can choose between a 25-mile or 12-mile route, both offering beautiful countryside views. The 2026 event features the South loop first, p..

The Derwent Reservoir 5 & 10 Milers is a popular winter running event held at the scenic Derwent Reservoir on the Durham and Northumberland border. Participants can choose between a 5-mile or 10-mile course that loops around the reservoir, featuring a mix of firm trails, footpaths, grass, and woodla..

The Tibthorpe Loop is a half marathon trail event set in the scenic Yorkshire Wolds, starting and finishing at the eco-friendly Field House Camping & Coffee Barn near Tibthorpe, Driffield. The course is an easy-to-navigate, undulating but non-technical 13.1-mile route with 1,200 feet of elevation ga..

The Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails Night Run is a unique night-time running event held at Whinlatter Forest in the Lake District. Featuring a fully marked, scenic course, the event offers two distance options: a challenging 10K route with 380 meters of ascent and a shorter 5K route with 200 meters o..

The South Pennine 24 is a 24-mile walking and running event held at Dovestone Sailing Club near Greenfield, UK. The challenging route covers the Dark Peak and South Pennine Moors, featuring diverse terrain including wild moorland, well-graded footpaths, and bridleways, with 3,900 feet of ascent. Par..

The Chester Ultra 50 is a challenging 50-mile ultra-marathon held in Chester, UK, featuring 849 meters of elevation gain. Celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2026, the race is organized by GB Ultras and follows scenic trails including the North Cheshire Way and the Sandstone Trail, passing through H..

Cloud Nine is a scenic and challenging 9-mile off-road hill race organized by Congleton Harriers, starting in Congleton and ascending to the summit of Bosley Cloud at 1,125 feet before returning via the ancient Bridestones. The race features 1,250 feet of ascent and is categorized as a BM fell race...

Saddleworth Res's is a challenging trail running event held in the high moorlands and valleys around Saddleworth, near Oldham, UK. Participants can choose from three distances: 5 Res's (25 km, 710m ascent), 10 Res's off-road marathon (44 km, 1314m ascent), and 15 Res's ultra marathon (60 km, 1876m a..

The Loggerheads Trail 5k & 10k is a popular trail running event set to take place in March 2026 at Loggerheads Country Park. Participants can choose from three race options: a 5k Trail, a 5k Canicross Trail, and a challenging new 10km route. The courses feature a variety of terrains, including river..

The Two Crosses Circuit will take place in Greenmount on Sunday 8 March 2026.

The PFW Running - Granny's Bay Challenge is an annual running event held in the scenic seaside town of Lytham St. Annes, Lancashire. The course is a flat 5.24-mile loop along a tarmac path by the Ribble estuary, starting at the Fylde Spitfire Memorial and passing landmarks such as Fairhaven Lake, Gr..

Born 2B Wild III is a 5k trail running event held in Hamsterley Forest, open to participants aged 16 and over along with their dogs. The course features natural obstacles, mud, hills, and technical terrain, offering an immersive outdoor experience. Runners can compete individually or as part of a fi..

The Morland 'Marathon' is a 30-mile trail ultra event held in Morland near Penrith, UK. Suitable for runners and walkers, the course is largely off-road with mixed terrain and 3,000 feet of elevation gain. The route traverses the scenic Eden Valley, bordering the Pennines to the east and the Howgill..

WODland - Endurorun is an inclusive trail running event taking place in Holmfirth, Great Britain, on March 14, 2026. Participants can choose from various distances, including 5km, 10km, and 20km, or take on the unique 6-hour challenge, where individuals or teams can complete as many 5km loops as pos..

The Haworth Hobble is a challenging 32-mile (51 km) fell running event organized by the Keighley and Craven Athletics Club. It traverses gritstone moors around Haworth, Todmorden, and Hebden Bridge in the UK, featuring approximately 4,400 feet (1,340 meters) of ascent and descent. The race starts at..

The Grindleford Gallop is a challenging annual running and walking event held in the hills of the Peak District, typically in March. Participants can choose between two distances: a 15km route with 660m of ascent or a longer 23km course featuring 1050m of ascent, both offering a tough test of endura..

The Tyne Bridges to Boundaries Ultra is a 34-mile running event held in Newcastle Upon Tyne, starting at The Cycle Hub on the Quayside. Inspired by the Audax cycling spirit, it offers a scenic route through urban and natural landscapes, including riverside meadows and country parks. The event emphas..

Brynkinalt Running Festival takes place on the Brynkinalt Estate near Chirk, Wrexham. The event offers 5k and 10k races across two formats: canicross on Saturday and traditional trail running on Sunday, welcoming participants of all ages and abilities. The routes cross the estate’s private land, not..

The Ranger Ultras PB50km Ultra is a 50-kilometer trail running event held in the Peak District, based out of the historic village of Hayfield. The course features a grand loop incorporating classic trails such as the Pennine Bridleway, Pennine Way, and Limestone Way, offering a mix of fast trails, c..

The Pennine Bridleway PB18km Trail Running event is an 18-kilometer trail race set in the scenic Peak District, starting from Hayfield village and looping to Rushup Edge and back. Suitable for all levels, from beginners to elite trail runners, the course features a mix of fast trails and challenging..