Trail Running calendar near Stonethwaite 2025-2026

Challenge the South West Pennines at the Leo Pollard Memorial Race in Rivington, an 8.5 km fell course with 335 m of climb, held around Rivington Hall Barn. Entry on the day; proceeds support Bolton Mountain Rescue.

Climb to the top at the Stickle Grind 650, a 2.4 km vertical race with 650 m ascent to the summit of Harrison Stickle on 5 June 2026 in Ambleside. Expect marked mountain trails, a recycled seed medal and live music at Lanty Slees.

Choose 38 km race or 60 km ultra at Rab Scafell Sky on 6 June 2026 in the Lake District, summiting England's highest peak across rugged single track mountain terrain. Fully marked and timed with checkpoints for a true skyrunning test.

Tackle the North Leeds Skyline for scenic but testing off road trails around Otley, with distances from a 50 km ultra to shorter 16 km and relay options. Expect marked routes, checkpoints and friendly race support.

Challenge yourself at Ultra Scotland 50, a 56 mile trail ultra along the Southern Upland Way through forests, valleys and mountains of southern Scotland. With a 20 hour cut off, live GPS tracking and just 400 places, this is a scenic endura..

Ultra Scotland 100 is a 104 mile ultra along the Southern Upland Way with about 4611 m of ascent between Dalry and Galashiels. Limited to 250 runners with a 38 hour cut off and finisher buckles.

On 6 June 2026 run a 21 km valley trail through the dramatic fells of Great and Little Langdale with 850 m of ascent as part of the Rab Scafell Skyrunning Weekend. Enjoy technical trails, UNESCO scenery, a recycled paper mache wildflower se..

Take on the Lake District Ultra Challenge from Kendal on 6 and 7 June 2026 with a scenic looped 100 km route or shorter distances from 10 to 50 km. Enjoy lakeside views, challenging climbs, supportive aid stations and camping at basecamp.

6 June 2026 Stanza Stones Summer Edition is a 24 hour 50 mile route across the South Pennines from Marsden to Ilkley visiting six poetic stones by Simon Armitage. Expect moorland climbs, indoor checkpoints and live tracking.

Join the classic Pen Y Ghent Fell Race in Horton in Ribblesdale on 6 June 2026, a rugged 7.6 mile course with 612 m of climb offering stunning Yorkshire Dales views. Open to adults with pre entry or day entries and team entries welcome.

Take on the classic Ennerdale Horseshoe in the Lake District, a tough 23 mile fell race with big ascent and stunning mountain scenery. Entries are limited and on the day places may be available, creating a competitive scenic challenge.

Join the BOFRA championship in Kettlewell, Upper Wharfedale on 7 June 2026 for a classic fell race. Tackle a sharp climb to the skyline cairn before a fast descent over a short scree section, with entries available on the day.

Classic Lake District fell race from Howtown Bobbin Mill, testing runners over 13.3 miles with about 1400 m of climb across rugged terrain. Entry is on the day for £8 and limited to 100 starters so arrive early.

Tackle the Coppice fell race in Accrington on Tue 9 Jun 2026, a spirited 6.6 km course with 310 m of climb starting from the Whitakers Arms. Day entry only means it is ideal for last minute plans and teams are welcome.

Tackle the Walsh Two Lads fell race in Horwich on Thu 11 Jun 2026, a lively 5.2 mile loop through the South Pennines with roughly 900 feet of climb. Expect rugged trails, friendly competition and a cash prize for any new course record.

Explore Ullswater from Pooley Bridge on Saturday 13 June 2026 with a half marathon or 10km trail, live chip timing and bespoke finisher medals. Well behaved dogs welcome with harness and lead.

Join Punk Panther on 13 June 2026 for the 6 Dales Trail from Otley to Pateley Bridge with 13, 20 and 32 mile options across scenic reservoirs and dales. Finishers receive a medal, event tee and hot food including vegan and GF options.

Tackle a short fell race on Flan Fell in Ulverston, with a sharp climb, great views and a punchy out and back finish. Family friendly with junior categories, a new 2025 course and easy on the day entry make this a perfect local challenge.

Join Manorlands PaintRush in Bingley, Yorkshire for a colourful 5 kilometres charity run supporting Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice. Expect paint stations, obstacles, a medal plus music, food and a bar at Bradford and Bingley Club.

Join L100 Recce 4, a scenic 26 mile run from Pooley Bridge to Ambleside across classic Lake District climbs. For confirmed Lakeland 50 or 100 entrants only, the recce provides coach transport, medical support and checkpoints.