Trail Running calendar near St Helens 2026-2027

Enjoy a scenic run, jog, or walk through the Yorkshire countryside with distances ranging from 5k to a half marathon. Finishers are rewarded with a medal, hot food, and a drink in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Explore the scenic Amber Valley on the eastern edge of the Peak District with a choice of 20 or 31 mile trail races featuring woodland paths and expansive views.

A 50 km trail along the Brenig Way from Corwen to Llyn Brenig with 1450 m ascent, marked waymarkers, a GPX file and three checkpoints offering refreshments.

Choose your challenge from a 10k to an Ultra Marathon on a scenic multi lap course through Knaresborough. Enjoy historic Yorkshire charm and parkland views with full marshal support and bespoke finisher medals.

Join the Gormire Gamble on Sunday 18 October 2026 at Sutton Bank in the North York Moors. This 9.1 km fell race with 250 m of climbing offers sweeping views and a lively autumn challenge for seasoned runners.

An 8-hour timed challenge in Delamere Forest. Run as many 6 km mixed-terrain loops as you like. All participants receive a finishing time and medal.

Explore the hilly High Peak on a 17 or 24 mile hike starting from Marple. Navigate scenic trails over Lantern Pike and Chinley Churn while spotting historic footpath signs to earn your finisher certificate.

Experience the ancient landscapes of the Wyre Forest in this autumn trail run featuring 13 mile and 7.6 mile routes. Participants enjoy marshalled woodland trails with full race timing and finishers medals.

Discover Warrington's historic transport networks on this circular half marathon. Enjoy a marshalled trail route along canals and rivers with chip timing and a finishers medal included.

Experience a 5.2 mile trail run with 115m of ascent starting from Fairway Primary School. This chip timed race supports the local school PTA and rewards every finisher with a bottle of beer.

Experience a fast and flat out and back race along a historic railway path. Enjoy scenic views of the Dee Estuary and Wales while completing this chip timed event on the Wirral Way gravel trails.

Discover the beauty of Yorkshire on this trail run featuring distances from 13 to 56 miles. Traverse iconic locations like Ripley Castle and Brimham Rocks with full tracker support and post race hot food.

Experience a traffic free run through the heart of the Peak District on a former railway line featuring tunnels and the historic Monsal viaduct. Choose between 10k and half marathon distances over this scenic October weekend.

The Nidderdale Way Ultramarathon will take place in Pateley Bridge on Saturday 24 October 2026.

Run the Bronte Way fell race through the South/West Pennines, a scenic 12 km point to point with 351 m of climb. Pre entry only with limited bus support and a warming soup and roll at the finish make this a classic autumn challenge.

Take on the classic Buttermere fell race on 25 October 2026 at Gatesgarth Farm, a tough 5 km senior route with 600 m of climbing plus short junior races. Enjoy a traditional shepherds meet atmosphere, entry on the day and a warm drink.

Experience a unique navigation challenge where you are blindfolded, dropped at an unknown location, and tasked with finding your way back to Manchester without GPS or maps.

Tough Mutter is a unique obstacle course race for dogs and their owners set in the North Yorkshire countryside. Choose between 5km or 10km routes featuring mud, water, and dozens of obstacles designed for you and your dog.

Celebrate Halloween along the scenic Leeds and Liverpool Canal with distances ranging from a family-friendly one-mile fun run to an ultra-marathon on a flat trail course.

The 59th annual Race You to the Summit is a Halloween-themed fell race on October 31, 2026. This 7 km course near Littleborough features 260 meters of climb, with optional fancy dress and junior races from 10 AM.