Trail Running calendar near Stockport 2026-2027

A scenic out and back trail from Otley to Pateley Bridge on the Six Dales Trail, offered over 13, 20 and 32 mile distances with checkpoints, trackers and mandatory kit requirements.

A short fell race at Beckside Farm in Ulverston on 13 June 2026 featuring a climb to the top of Flan Fell and separate turning points for Under 14 and older categories.

Manchester Backyard Ultra at Giants Seat Scout Camp is a timed-loop endurance event on 13 June 2026. Runners repeat a roughly 6.7 km loop each hour until one runner remains; a torch is required for night laps.

A timed, multi-lap event at Chorlton Water Park using a 5.3 km out and back course along the River Mersey. Runners can cover one lap up to an ultra within a seven hour limit and all participants receive a finishers' medal.

Run the 9.5 km Wincle Trout fell race in the Peak District, featuring a 320 m climb and a river crossing. The event is part of the lively Wincle Village Fete. A shorter 3 km junior race is also available.

A 24 mile fell run and challenge walk through Swaledale on 13 June 2026, organised by Swaledale Outdoor Club. Competitors must navigate the route themselves and finish within 10 hours; minimum age 14.

A two-day trail running weekend in Grizedale Forest with an eight hour relay on a 7 km loop and a 22 km individual race over two 11 km laps. The event includes camping, food vendors, live timing, talks and on-site facilities.

Approximately 12k mainly off road at Rother Valley Country Park with a signed course and marshals. Finishers receive a mug and goody bag and there will be tea, coffee and plenty of cakes.

A muddy 5 km obstacle course at Thornes Park with uneven grass, woodland paths and rolling hills. Waves run every 15 minutes; participants must be 13 or older and there is a minimum fundraising target of £50.

A muddy 5k obstacle event at Sandwell Valley Country Park on 13 June 2026 featuring grass, path and woodland terrain with staggered wave starts and multiple obstacles. Minimum age 13 and a minimum fundraising target applies.

An evening trail run at Bodenham Arboretum on 13 June 2026 offering 5 km and 10 km options; mixed-terrain routes, online-only entry with limited places, and funds raised for local charity and scout group support.

A ten person relay following the Barnsley boundary across roads, tracks and footpaths, covering about 72 miles and 7,350 ft of ascent. Teams run individual legs, times are aggregated and results are announced by category.

A continuous 108 mile race along the Pennine Way from Edale to Hardraw with a 60 hour time limit. The route passes Kinder Plateau, Malham Cove and Pen y Ghent and includes over 5,400 metres of ascent and checkpoint support.

A charity 5K colour run in Silsden supporting Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice, run over three laps with seven paint stations, obstacles and a finishers' medal. The event includes music, food and a bar after the race.

A lapped trail event near Roche Abbey staged by Its Grim Up North Running. Loop options range from 6.7 miles to a marathon, with mixed surfaces, feed stations and a post race medal plus pub food.

A fell running event in Edale featuring a 7.6 km course with 402 m of ascent and a finish on the Edale Country Day Field. Entry includes admission to Edale Country Day and entries close on Friday 12 June.

A 9.7 km fell race on 14 June 2026 near Norden, Rochdale, climbing 396 m. Registration is at Norden Bowling Club with both pre-entry and on-the-day entry and team scoring for the first three finishers.

A family friendly 5k around Stenkrith Park and the Viaduct Walk in Kirkby Stephen on 14 June 2026. Entry is £5 with under fives free and dogs are welcome on leads.

MacTuffX Manchester on 14 June 2026 in Eccles offers Solo, Doubles and Relay formats combining ten Xercises with repeated 400 m or 800 m runs; entrants must be 18 or older.

A 19.3 km fell race with 914 m of ascent around Abergwyngregyn, part of the North Wales Series 2026. Entry costs £10 and registration is available online or on the day; navigational skills and mountain experience are recommended.