Trail Running calendar near Sutton-under-Whitestonecliffe 2026-2027

A BM-category fell race in Ilkley on 7 May 2026, covering 11.2 km with 335 m of climb. On-the-day entry is available for £5 and the race holds UK Athletics insurance through the FRA.

A trail event at Brockholes Nature Reserve offering 10K, half, marathon and ultra options on lakeside and woodland paths. Entries are limited, there is a six hour time limit, and £2 from each entry supports the reserve.

Take on the classic Pinhaw fell race across the South West Pennines, 8 km (5 miles) with 213 m of climb and rewarding views. Entry is on the day via Earby Cricket Club for a modest fee and teams of three are welcome.

A fully way marked 47 mile clockwise trail around Lake Windermere with a 24 hour limit. The low level route offers five feed stations, GPS support, a halfway bag drop, a finishers meal and a locally sourced medal.

Waymarked one-lap trail runs in Sherwood Forest offering 30.8 and 40.8 mile routes with regular aid stations, marshals and a 10.5 hour cut off. The loop passes Creswell Crags, Clumber Park and several estate grounds.

Returning for its 10th edition, the Spire Ultra is a **33 mile** trail around Chesterfield following much of the Chesterfield Round Walk. The varied route includes moorland, woodland and farmland; checkpoints supply water and some food, wit..

Circular challenge routes of 26, 23 or 18 miles around the Colne Valley, starting and finishing at Marsden Parochial Hall. Entry via SiEntries; places are limited and the fee includes checkpoint refreshments and a finish meal.

A multi distance loop event at UCLAN Sports Arena on 9 May 2026, following the Lancaster canal and Haslam Park. Options range from a single 5K loop up to an ultra within a six hour limit, with onsite facilities and a bespoke medal.

A self-navigated trail run around Delph of about 18 to 19 miles with roughly 3000 ft of ascent, visiting five trig points and using footpaths including parts of the Pennine Way. The unmarked course has three manned checkpoints and mandatory..

A point to point fell event from Castleshaw Centre visiting five trig points over roughly *31.5 km / 19.6 miles* with about 900 m ascent. The unmarked anticlockwise route includes three manned checkpoints and requires full FRA kit.

Take on The Tour of Bradwell The Other Half, a challenging fell race in the Peak District starting and finishing at Bradwell Sports Club. Expect a long high ground route with big climbs and a lively mass start atmosphere.

A 14 miles AL category fell race from Downham around Pendle with 1250 m ascent, nine checkpoints and route choice across seven cloughs. The event is FRA registered and requires full FRA mandatory kit at registration.

Take on the classic Fairfield Horseshoe fell race in the Lake District on 9 May 2026, starting and finishing at Rydal Hall. This scenic but demanding 14.5 km course climbs 914 m, offering epic views and a tough fell running challenge.

Cressbrook Crawl on Saturday 9 May 2026 invites runners to tackle the Peak District in a 10.5 km fell race with 400 m of climb from Cressbrook Club. Pre entry is required, so sign up early for a scenic and gritty hill challenge.

Trail marathon, half and 10k set on circular routes from Sutton Bank Visitor Centre on 10 May 2026; courses are untaped so competitors use downloadable maps and must carry mandatory safety kit.

A multi distance event in Avenham Park, Preston offering 10K, half, marathon and an ultra with looped laps, on hard paths by the River Ribble. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and post run refreshments.

A fell running event in the North York Moors on 10 May 2026 covering 18.2 km with 950 m of ascent. Entry is on the day for cash only and teams of three are allowed.

A one-lap 10K trail race in Yarrow Country Park on 10 May 2026, following woodland and riverside trails with River Yarrow crossings. Chip timing is used and every finisher receives a medal; prizes are awarded in multiple categories.

Trail run near Scorton, Preston offering 10k and 15k courses across tracks and fields up to Nicky Nook with views over Lancashire. Both routes are fully marked; the 10k has one checkpoint and the 15k has two.

Trunce 3 at Oxspring Playing Field on Mon 11 May 2026 offers a scenic but hilly 6.2 km senior race with 190 m of climb in the Peak District. Entry on the day is £3 with a 3 km over 10 junior race included, part of an eight race series.