Trail Running calendar near Swainby 2026-2027

A backyard ultra in Gisburn Forest where runners complete a fully off road loop each hour until one person remains. Field capped at 200 with prizes for top finishers and an extra award for anyone exceeding 100 mile.

Run the Bronte Way fell race through the South/West Pennines, a scenic 12 km point to point with 351 m of climb. Pre entry only with limited bus support and a warming soup and roll at the finish make this a classic autumn challenge.

The Drop in Manchester is a blindfolded navigation challenge from Up & Running. Participants are dropped at unknown locations and must find their way back over 6, 10 or 15 miles using no personal navigation aids.

Tackle Lockton Limping, a scenic fell race across the North York Moors covering 11.2 km with 350 m of climb and sweeping views. Entry is on the day at Lockton Village Hall, perfect for both competitive and social runners.

An obstacle course race for dogs and owners at Aske estate near Richmond North Yorkshire, with 5 km and 10 km routes. Courses include marked dog friendly obstacles and an 850 metre muddy assault section before the finish.

A Halloween themed trail event on the Leeds to Liverpool Canal in Kirkstall offering distances from a family friendly 1 mile to ultra marathon. The licensed course is marshalled and features drink stations, Halloween medals and spot prizes.

A traditional fell race from the Summit Inn in Littleborough on Halloween 2026, covering about 4.3 miles with over 800 ft of ascent. The event includes several junior categories, runs under FRA rules, and features costume prizes.

Trail events at Helvellyn in Glenridding feature marked, marshalled courses around Ullswater with varied off road terrain. Distances include 5 km, 10 km and 15 km options with specific age and time rules.

A six hour timed trail at Linacre Reservoirs where runners complete repeated 5 km laps and aim for as many laps as possible. Checkpoints offer food and drinks and every finisher receives a medal.

Join this flexible charity run along the River Mersey in Manchester. Complete as many 5.3km laps as you like in seven hours on a flat riverside course to support Save The Rhino.

Looped full and half marathons around Gargrave with multi-terrain routes and three refreshment stations per loop. Volunteer run and non-profit, funds support attendance at the World Scout Jamboree in Gdansk 2027.

Circular walking and running event from Pooley Bridge offering a 20 mile Ullswater Way route and a higher level 24 mile Challenge with staffed checkpoints and simple finish catering.

A coastal running event in Seaham with 5 km and 10 km courses starting at the Tommy statue. A one minute silence precedes each race; live chip timing and finisher medal, T shirt and snack are provided.

A ten mile road race around Derwent Water on 1 November 2026, organised by Keswick AC with Race HQ at Keswick School, tarmac roads, refreshments midrace and first aid provision.

Trail running on Ullswater from Jenkin's Field in Glenridding with 10k and 14k options. Boat transfers may take runners to the start or contingency routes are used, and compulsory kit and marshals are enforced for safety.

Trail event in Grizedale Forest with 10K and 5K marked, chip timed courses and views over Coniston Water. Dogs are allowed on a suitable harness and two dogs per runner are permitted.

A night trail run at Swinsty & Fewston Reservoir with looped courses of 3.3 miles or 6.7 miles. The route is marshalled and signed, has aid stations about every 3 miles, and finishers receive a bespoke medal.

A TRA-licensed trail event around Fewston and Swinsty reservoirs featuring an undulating 6.7-mile loop and multiple race distances. The course is waymarked and marshalled, with aid stations, on-site facilities, and a bespoke finisher medal.

A 10 km BS fell race near Todmorden with about 350 m ascent on a fast, muddy course featuring a steep descent off Stoodley Pike and a sharp climb back. Minimum age 18, entry on the day £5, strict FRA kit requirements apply.

An 11 km fell run in Burley-in-Wharfedale on 7 November 2026 with 250 m of climb. Pre-entry and entry on the day are possible at modest fees, the event is for adults and carries FRA permit insurance.