Trail Running calendar near Sowerby Bridge 2025-2026

Kick off the year with the Sherwood New Year 10k, 5k and Junior Run through scenic, undulating forest trails at Sherwood Pines. Expect a bespoke finisher medal, free photos and a friendly, multi terrain race atmosphere.

Stanbury Splash is a hilly 12 km fell race from Penistone Hill Country Park with stream crossings and muddy trails. Wharfedale Harriers chip time entries are capped at 300 and winners get Soreen loaf prizes.

Run the Rise From The Ashes Run North, a seven hour time challenge on a signed trail along the River Wear with scenic Cathedral views in Durham. Choose distances from 3 km to 50 km and earn a themed medal.

Join a guided 12 km trail run from the village of Pwll Glas exploring Eyarth Rocks and Graig Wyllt, with gentle hills and varied terrain. Enjoy planned stops, scenic views and friendly company on this relaxed outdoor adventure.

Take on a scenic 16 km mixed terrain route along the Leeds Liverpool Canal and River Aire in this winter race hosted by Great Owl Running. Enjoy a single undulating lap with canal towpaths and riverside trails for a true off road challenge.

The Holly Challenge is a multi-distance race organized by How Hard Can It Be Events, held at Burroughs Bank, Lightmoor, Telford, TF4 3QS, within the Lightmoor Nature Reserve. Runners can choose 5K, 10K, half marathon, or marathon distances...

Experience the Petzl Night Runner Rivington, the final round of the series, with a close encounters UFO theme lighting up Winter Hill. Tackle rough, boggy trails by head torch and claim a glow in the dark finisher medal.

Run the scenic Tissington Trail through the Derbyshire Dales on a traffic free former railway, choosing a half marathon or 10k across a relaxed two day weekend. Enjoy wide hill views, gentle gradients and a welcoming race vibe.

Mix muddy trails and smooth tarmac in The Half & Half 10 km at Sowerby Bridge on 25 January 2026, with a first half of muddy trails and obstacles and a second half on road. Fully marked one way and limited to 100 runners, book early.

Tackle the Tigger Tor fell race across Houndkirk, Burbage and Hathersage moors on a challenging 14.2 km course with 490 m of ascent. Hosted by Totley AC from Fox House Longshaw, this checkpoint navigation race blends tough terrain and great..

Explore Saltburn's wild coastal trails on circular Marathon, Half and Trail 10k courses with plenty of climbing and sea views. Self navigated with GPX and mandatory kit, entries limited to 350 for a true trail challenge.

Tackle the Dovedale Big Daddy, a classic fell race around the Manifold and Dovedale valleys on 1 February 2026. Expect 20 km of rugged trails with big climbs and rewarding views, plus soup and cake after the finish.

Explore ancient ruins and formal gardens at Fountains Abbey World Heritage Site with 5 km, 10 km or half marathon trail options. Canicross friendly and chip timed, finishers get bespoke medals and Wild Deer merch amid unforgettable scenery.

Explore scenic, undulating forest trails around Grizedale with marathon and half marathon options on Sunday 1 February 2026. Enjoy lakeside views and varied terrain on a welcoming course, entries often fill quickly.

Join the 38th Charnwood Hills Race on Sunday 1 February 2026 for a scenic yet testing 14.5 mile fell run through Bradgate, Broombriggs and Beacon Hill parks with over 1,500 feet of ascent and rough underfoot. Perfect for runners who love to..

Take on the winter Pendle Way In A Day from Barley, Lancashire on 7 February 2026, choosing a full 45 mile route or a shorter 30 mile option across the South Pennines. Expect waymarked trails, big climbs and a true winter ultra atmosphere.

Tackle an epic 75 mile self supported challenge from Skipton Castle to Appleby Market Cross along Lady Anne's Way, across classic Dales scenery. Expect winter kit requirements and 15 to 30 hours to finish.

Tackle scenic but rugged trails around Harrogate and through Nidd Gorge at the Punk Panther Harrogate Hustle on 7 February 2026. Choose from a half marathon, 20 mile or 34 mile course with big climbs and full aid support.

Tackle 23 miles of scenic moorland around Guiseley on 7 Feb 2026, taking in Rombalds Moor and Ilkley Moor. A challenging, hilly one lap trail with limited entries for a true adventurous day out.

Tackle the Rauceby Ripper on 7 February 2026, a scenic nine mile multi terrain loop around Rauceby Hall in Lincolnshire. Enjoy trails, field edges and village roads on a community supported course that finishes near South Rauceby Village Ha..