Trail Running calendar near St Helens 2026-2027

Experience a focused fell race in Darwen featuring three distinct climbs including Jubilee Tower and the steep Aggies Staircase. This four mile course offers 350 meters of ascent over moorland and rough paths.

Run a midsummer evening 10K on the scenic trails of National Trust Lyme. This single-lap route features 272m of elevation, views over Manchester, and a fully marked course. All finishers receive a bespoke medal, with free parking and chip t..

Experience a 7.5 km Category AS fell race in Todmorden featuring 375 m of elevation gain. This well marked course is ideal for beginners and concludes with refreshments and prizes at a local pub.

Experience a 3.8 mile fell race through the moorland and forests of Brushes Clough Country Park. This event features over 1000 feet of ascent across rugged terrain and is open to runners aged 16 and over.

Take on the Reston Scar Scamper at Staveley Mill Yard on Wed 24 Jun 2026, a lively 6 km fell race with 301 m of climb across fully marked Lake District trails. On the day entry is £5 and all proceeds support Staveley community projects.

Join this flexible evening race series along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal with 5k and 10k options. Runners enjoy hot food and a drink at the finish with no advance booking required.

Experience the Reservoir View Fell Race, a 10.5 km BM category fell run starting from Accrington Cricket Club. Navigate 480 meters of elevation in this scenic Friday evening event.

Join the Whaley Waltz, a lively fell race in Whaley Bridge that winds 5.8 miles with 274 m of climb through classic Peak District terrain. A friendly carnival vibe, prizes and charity fundraising make it a brilliant summer challenge.

Experience an undulating trail run around the scenic Carsington Water reservoir. Choose between a 10k or half marathon distance and enjoy chip timed results and a bespoke medal in a beautiful countryside setting.

A fell race at the Kirkby Gala, featuring a 6km course through fields and up towards windmills. It's a BOFRA Championship event open to various age groups from Under 9s to Seniors.

Lapped trail event at Burrs Country Park in Bury supporting The Sunnywood Project. Multiple lap distances, on course aid station and parking near The Sunnywood Hub.

Join the Eldwick Gala fell race in the South West Pennines, a scenic but testing 3 mile course with 168 m climb and short junior races. Limited to 200 runners, this community event blends tough trails and festival fun.

Experience a unique multi stage trail enduro through Sheffields beautiful parkland. Run 11 timed stages individually or in pairs and enjoy a social atmosphere with a post race party and live music.

Support mountain rescue in the Yorkshire Dales with the Wharfedale 3 Peaks Challenge. Choose from 17, 13.5, or 4.5 mile routes through the scenic peaks and valleys starting from the village of Kettlewell.

Experience a unique fell race at Honister Slate Mine featuring mountain summits and a journey through underground tunnels. Choose between 5km or 10km routes and run through the heart of a mountain in the Lake District.

Looped races at Chasewater Country Park offer 5K laps for options from 5K up to a full marathon, a relatively flat mixed-surface course with park facilities and aid stations, and a finisher medal and occasional snack.

A long distance fell race covering 15.5 miles and 2950 feet of ascent through the Hayfield landscape. Registration is available on the day for runners aged 18 and over who carry full mandatory kit.

The Total Warrior will take place in Bramham on Sunday 28 June 2026. You can run 12 kilometers.

Experience a unique 5 mile multi terrain race through quiet lanes and trails around Manchester Airport. Run through the iconic Bollin River Tunnel in this charity event supporting MNDA.

A 10 km trail race through Stalybridge Country Park and local moorland. Finishers receive a local chip muffin voucher for completing this event organized by Crazy Legs Events.