Trail Running calendar near Stanley 2025-2026

Experience the Lake District UNESCO landscape at the Altra 13 Valleys Ultra, linking 13 valleys across multiple distances for trail lovers. This weekend explores fells and lakes while supporting the Lake District Foundation.

Run a scenic loop around seven Yorkshire reservoirs near Otley with forest tracks and craggy views at Almscliffe Crag. Choose 13, 20 or 32 miles ultramarathon, with trackers available, mandatory kit and a finishers medal and race tee.

Pilgrims’ Ultra is a scenic ultramarathon on Saturday 26 September 2026, following St Oswalds Way from Holy Island toward Hadrian's Wall past castles, beaches and rolling hills. Choose 50k, 100k or 100 mile distances and finishers receive a..

Enjoy classic Cumbria fell running at the Orton Fell Race, a 10 km course with 258 m climb around scenic village trails. Teams of three welcome and junior on the day races make it a great family running day.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell race at Eskdale Showfield on 26 Sep 2026, 4.3 miles with 909 ft of climbing across scenic, testing terrain. Entry on the day from £5, juniors welcome and free parking makes it a great family day out.

A classic Lakeland fell race from Tilberthwaite Farm, this 22 km course packs 1535 m of ascent across rugged, remote terrain and stunning views. Racing under FRA rules, navigation and mandatory mountain kit are required.

Join BOFRA's Malham Charity Relays in Malham on Sunday 27 September 2026 for a fun fell relay that mixes all ages into teams on the day. Pay on the day, tackle a short punchy climb to Cawden Hill and help raise money for charity.

Take on the Waddington Fell Race in Lancashire on Sunday 27 September 2026, a challenging 11.3 km course with 415 m climb across well marshalled upland terrain. Entry on the day at the Village Club with proceeds supporting Mountain Rescue.

Tackle a scenic 10K trail through grassland, woodland and a nature reserve at Rising Sun Country Park, with steep climbs, mud and wildlife to keep you on your toes. Canicross friendly, finish with a medal and post race treats.

Run the Charm Bracelet Trail from 2 to 4 October 2026 with scenic 50 and 100 mile courses across iconic long distance paths to the Cleveland coast. Finishers get food, a medal and GPS tracking or can plant a tree, and relays are welcome for..

Run the East Coast Chuffer in Peasholm Park, Scarborough on 4 October 2026 with distances from 5K to marathon along the scenic Cinder Track featuring coastal views and woodland. Enjoy friendly trails, regular aid stations and a Grim Bling m..

Challenging 12 km trail with 490 m of climb around Old Town, Hebden Bridge, offering classic fell terrain and panoramic views. Pre entry opens mid September; places are limited, teams welcome and runners must be 18 years and over.

Harkerside Hustle on 4 October 2026 wraps up DalesRunner's short course trail series with a scenic half marathon across Swaledale moors and village paths. Expect rugged tracks, great views, aid stations and a warm finishers feed.

DalesRunner 40 is a scenic off road trail run in Swaledale, Reeth on 4 October 2026, guiding you across moorland tracks, historic hill forts and open pastures. Marathon and half marathon options include trackers, GPX files and post race hot..

On 6 October 2026, enjoy a crisp autumn evening at Punk Panther Autumn Headtorch, choosing a half marathon, 10 km or 5 km loop around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs. Scenic reservoir laps, headtorch atmosphere and a finisher medal make for..

Test yourself on the classic Wasdale fell race up to Kirk Fell: a short but brutal 2.4 mile route with intense ascent and descent across wild Lakeland terrain. Enter on the day, but note strict waterproof kit rules for all competitors.

Tackle the classic Langdale Horseshoe fell race on Sat 10 Oct 2026 in Great Langdale, Lake District. Covering 21 km with about 1450 m of ascent, this tough but scenic race rewards strong hill skills and pre entry is required.

Enjoy a 7 hour timed trail on a generally flat loop along the River Wear with stunning Cathedral views in Durham. Choose distances from 3 km up to ultra and 50 km with aid stations, vegan options, medals and goody bags for finishers.

Take on the Hadrian's Wall Half Marathon on 11 October 2026, 13.5 miles of scenic trail from Housesteads Roman Fort to Tyne Green in Hexham. Soak up Roman ruins, woodland and riverside running on this unforgettable point to point route.

Join the Scare Bear Run, a seven hour time challenge along the River Wear with stunning Cathedral views. Run or walk from 3 km up to 50 km and earn a Scare Bear themed medal and goody bag.