Trail Running calendar near Swainby 2026-2027

Tackle the classic Mearley Clough Fell Race near Clitheroe, a short but sharp 5.6 km climb across scenic South Pennine fell. Entry on the day and a warming pasta supper make this a friendly, bite sized challenge.

A 10.5 km single-loop trail race through the parkland and woodland of Rudding Park, Harrogate, supporting Mind in Harrogate. The undulating course has technical sections, a 5 km water station and a 1 hour 45 minute cut off; the race is full..

Tackle a classic Pennine fell on Wed 20 May 2026 in Kildwick, starting at the White Lion. This punchy 6 km course with 245 m climb delivers steep ups, junior races and a friendly crowd; pre entry is available and parking is limited.

A 6 mile out and back trail race at Rivington Tea Room in Rivington on 20 May 2026, organised by Horwich RMI Harriers. Tickets are listed at £11.60 with an admin fee and an extra charge for entries on the day.

Calverley Chaos is a fully marked 8 km 5 mile trail race based at The Railway Inn in Calverley, Leeds. The route uses permanent colored footpath markers with extra markers on race day and entry is limited to 150 runners.

Run the Dun Holm Challenge in Durham on scenic trails along the River Wear with stunning cathedral views. Choose distances from a 3 km minimum to ultras or take the multi day Time Challenge, earn themed medals and enjoy lap aid stations.

A 200 mile single stage ultramarathon from Kingston upon Hull to Helmsley, following the Wolds Way and Cleveland Way. Runners have 60 hours, must use motorised support teams, and meet strict checkpoint cut offs.

A flexible 7-hour trail run along the scenic River Wear in Durham. Choose your own distance, from 3km to an ultra marathon, on a flat, signed course. All finishers receive a themed medal and refreshments.

Join the Castleton Great Ridge Race on 22 May 2026 in the Peak District for a scenic but challenging 9.2 km route with 427 m of climb over dramatic ridgelines. Open to adults 18 and over with online and on the day entry available.

A point to point trail ultra of 32 miles around East Lancashire that visits the four Panopticons art installations. The course follows local trails and bridleways and entrants receive a map and GPX file.

A 110 mile single-stage trail ultramarathon along the Cleveland Way from Filey to Helmsley with a 36 hour limit. The route visits coastal towns including Scarborough, Whitby and Saltburn and crosses the North York Moors.

A single day fell event in the Howgill Fells of about 25 km with 1500 m ascent, following the original 23 SAS Weekend 9 route. Waymarked course with loaded, runner and walker categories plus mandatory safety kit and manned checkpoints.

A traditional fell race of about 11 km with roughly 400 m of ascent across Hutton Roof Crags and Farleton Knott, requiring map and compass navigation and three mandatory checkpoints. Entry is by pre entry under FRA rules with a 2 hours 15 m..

Run Nidderdale is a six mile trail race in Nidderdale with a marked course and marshals. The route passes woodland and moorland, reaches a trig point with valley views, follows the Nidderdale Way past Two Stoops and finishes after a descent..

Trail half marathon and 10K in Whinlatter Forest on 24 May 2026. Firm, technical forest terrain with steep climbs, live chip timing, canicross friendly and finishers receive a medal, drink and snack.

Choose your distance on a flat, fast trail course from East Hull into the countryside. The route follows the TransPennine Trail with aid stations every three miles. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and the event is fully marshalled.

A short but steep fell race in Coniston with about 1.6 km distance and 270 m of climb, including a scree descent. It is a BOFRA Championship counter with on-the-day entry and junior races across four age groups.

Take on the Glaramara Fell Race on Sun 24 May 2026 in the Lake District, starting from Glaramara Outdoor Centre at Seatoller. The 8 km course packs 700 m of climb and entry on the day is free with donations to charity.

Run a scenic half marathon in the historic grounds of Hulne Park near Alnwick Castle. The two-loop course features undulating paths and farm tracks. All finishers get a unique medal.

The Phoenix Running - Stretford will take place in Stretford on Sunday 24 May 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.