Trail Running calendar near South Elmsall 2025-2026

Eshton Moor, formerly known as Gargrave Cross Country, is a scenic 5-mile cross country race organized by Wharfedale Harriers in Gargrave, North Yorkshire. The course features a 550ft elevation gain and follows an out-and-back route along the Pennine Way track, crossing Eshton Moor, a river, and woo..

The Arncliffe Gala, part of the British Open Fell Runners Association (BOFRA) Championship, takes place in Arncliffe Village Green, North Yorkshire. The main fell race covers 1.6 miles with a challenging 400 feet (120 meters) climb. Starting from the village green, the course ascends steeply to a su..

The Tegg's Nose Fell Race will take place in Macclesfield on Saturday 9 August 2025.

The Cordwell Colossus is a challenging 20-mile summer trail run held in North Derbyshire, near the eastern edge of the Peak District. The route loops through the scenic Cordwell Valley and briefly into the neighboring Linacre Valley, featuring 840 meters of ascent over hilly farmland, woodlands, and..

The Bradway Blitz is a seven-mile trail race held at Bradway Community Hall on the edge of the Peak District National Park near Sheffield, Derbyshire. This self-guided loop course takes runners through scenic woodland paths, rolling farmland, and includes a few challenging hills, offering a mix of n..

The Ribble Runfest, organized by PFW Running, is a multi-distance running event held in central Preston, starting and finishing near Avenham Park Cafe by the River Ribble. The course features scenic parklands including Miller Park and Upper Farm Nature Reserve, with mainly flat, hard-surface paths a..

The Hardmoors 26.2: Farndale is a challenging trail running event held in the scenic North York Moors, starting from Hutton Le Hole Village Hall. Scheduled for August 10, 2025, it offers three race distances: a full trail marathon (29 miles), a half marathon (16.5 miles), and a 10k (8.3 miles), with..

The Eccles Pike Fell Race, organized by Goyt Valley Striders, is one of the oldest fell races in the UK, dating back to the 19th century. This challenging 3.4-mile (5.4 km) race features a steep 1001-foot (305 m) climb, running from Buxworth to the summit of Eccles Pike and back. Known for its short..

The Cromwell Bottom-Rock up N' Run Summer Evening Series is a vibrant trail running event held at Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve in Brighouse, Yorkshire. Offering both 5K and 10K distances, this pop-up series invites runners to enjoy scenic routes through the nature reserve's beautiful landscapes. P..

Ricky's Race is a friendly 7.3 km (4.5 miles) running event held near Darley Dale, close to Matlock. The course features a mix of forest trails, technical surfaces with tree roots, and several challenging ascents, including a steep hill near the finish that offers spectacular views over the Derwent..

The King’s Challenge is a 6-mile fell race held in Silsden, West Yorkshire, organized by Wharfedale Harriers. The course features a 1175ft ascent, starting from the bottom rugby pitch in the park behind the Kings Arms and finishing under the bandstand opposite the pub. Runners ascend through Swartha..

The Schools Out 6 Hour Challenge is a timed running event held at Bustardthorpe Changing Rooms near York. Participants run loops of a 3.65-mile flat course on paved paths, avoiding service tracks, with a route looping around York College. The event encourages camaraderie, featuring a section where r..

The Lotherton Hall Trail Race is an 8.5-kilometre summer evening trail run held near Leeds, starting and finishing at Lotherton Hall. The course features a gently undulating single lap through arable farmland, woodland, and close to Hook Moor Wind Farm, utilizing quiet tracks and footpaths between L..

The Punk Panther 6 Dales Trail is a challenging trail running event held in Otley, UK, following the scenic Six Dales Trail to Pateley Bridge and back. The race offers multiple distances: half marathon (13 miles), 20 miles, 32 miles, and a 50-mile ultramarathon, with elevation gains ranging from 1,7..

The VJ Day Challenge is a 6-hour timed running event held at Poorhouse Lane, Hull. Participants can choose distances ranging from a 5k up to an ultra marathon, all within the time limit. The course is a flat, out-and-back route along a tarmac path on an old railway line, measuring 4.37 miles per lap..

The Piethorne 10K is a scenic running event held near Rochdale, featuring a 10-kilometer circular route around Piethorne and Ogden Reservoirs. The course includes bridleways and an out-and-back section to Hollingworth Lake, offering runners a challenging mix of twists, turns, and elevation changes w..

SilverBackTrails Othnesbery’s Revenge is a challenging trail running event held in the scenic North York Moors National Park. Covering approximately 10 miles, the course features forest tracks, heather-clad moorland, and multiple ascents of Roseberry Topping, a distinctive hill with historical Vikin..

The Settle Loop Challenge is a 10.2-mile trail event held in Settle, North Yorkshire, within the scenic Yorkshire Dales. Participants can choose to run, walk, or mountain bike the hilly loop, which starts and finishes at North Ribblesdale RUFC. The course features well-marked trails and marshals, tr..

The Belper Rover is a challenging 30 km circular fell race held in Belper, Derbyshire, featuring a scenic route along footpaths, bridleways, and public roads. The course includes historic Roman roads, farmland, ancient woodland, and sections of the Midshires Way, offering a varied and hilly trail ex..

The Sedbergh Hills Fell Race is a challenging 22.5 km (14 miles) fell running event held in Sedbergh, UK, starting and finishing at the People's Hall on Howgill Lane. Featuring a demanding 1830 m (6004 ft) of ascent across the vast, grassy Howgill Fells, the course includes steep climbs, fast runnin..