Trail Running calendar near Swalwell 2026-2027

Blencathra Marathon on 6 Sept 2026 is a scenic yet demanding 26.4 mile fell loop from Caldbeck via five Wainwright summits. Around 6,000 ft ascent, GPS tracking and a warm finish with drinks and a medal suit experienced runners and walkers.

Join the classic Burnsall Fell Race in the Yorkshire Dales for a short but fierce hill test, with a steep climb to a cairn and a thrilling edge descent. Entry on the day for seniors is £5.

Join the Loweswater Show fell race on Sun 6 Sep 2026 in the Lake District for a short but testing challenge across rugged moorland. The 4.2 km route packs 305 m of climb, with on the day entry, team competition and junior races adding festi..

Take on THE LAP Windermere Ultra, a way marked 47 mile trail circuit that circumnavigates Lake Windermere. Runners and walkers get 24 hours, five stocked aid stations, GPS tracking and a local finishers medal for unforgettable lakeside view..

Tackle the 100 km Leeds Country Way In A Day, a scenic circuit around Leeds mostly on trails with variable underfoot conditions. Supported checkpoints, GPX navigation and optional pacers make it a rewarding challenge for experienced enduran..

Tackle a classic Lake District fell run around Helvellyn and the Dodds, a rugged 18.5 km loop with 1450 m of climbing and stunning mountain views. Open to adults with pre entry or day entry for a proper fell challenge.

The Old Crown Round on 12 Sep 2026 is a tough 36 km Lake District fell race with 2200 m of climbing across pathless open fell, so navigation skills are essential. Pre entry via SiEntries is required and teams are welcome.

Take on the Fellrunner at Cronkley on 12 Sep 2026, a scenic 17.1 km fell race near Barnard Castle with 560 m ascent that tests stamina and navigation. Places are limited and entrants get a chip butty and hot drink at the Farmhouse Kitchen.

Join the intimate SilverBackTrails Lilla's Revenge 10 mile trail in the North York Moors for sweeping coastal views, ancient landmarks and a thrilling sting near the finish. Limited to 50 runners, this scenic challenge rewards finishers wit..

Tackle the Yorkshireman Off Road Marathon or Half across Bronte Country moorland, trails and woods for a scenic but testing autumn challenge. Chip timed with generous feed stations, guided reccy runs and strong club support make it a must f..

Take on the Bradley Fell Race in Bradley Village near Skipton on Sunday 13 September 2026, a punchy 3.5 mile route climbing about 230 m up to scenic Bradley moor. Friendly club atmosphere with junior races and affordable entry on the day.

Take on the classic La Sportiva Lake District Mountain Trial, a navigational fell race across the fells with three testing courses. Pre entry only and vetting ensure a real mountain challenge with food, prizes and electronic timing.

A trail ultra in North Yorkshire on 19 to 20 September 2026, starting and finishing at Hawes Market House and passing Whernside, Ingleborough and Pen-y-Ghent. The main route is 70 km with an option to extend to 100 km, supported with aid st..

A 50 km mountain ultra from Hawes via Cam Road to the summit of Pen y Ghent and back, with 1280 metres of ascent, GPX navigation, staffed refreshment points and eco finishers medals.

Oktoberfest Running by Grim Up North hits the Leeds and Liverpool Canal at Rodley for chip timed races on a flat towpath, with distances from 5K to Ultra. Finishers get a medal and post race treats in a fun, friendly atmosphere.

Tackle a scenic 50K through the Cheviot Hills on this rugged trail ultra starting from Wooler, Northumberland. Expect rolling hills, rocky trails and sweeping moorland, digital navigation, stocked aid stations and a finisher medal for finis..

Hardmoors 60 is a rugged 63 mile ultramarathon along the Cleveland Way, tracing dramatic Yorkshire coast scenery from Guisborough to Filey. Limited entries for solo runners and relay teams, with an 18 hour time limit and tracker for safety.

Trail running event in the Lake District from Grasmere with multiple routes from 9 km to 52 km, significant ascent and marked outposts on the longer courses. One pound from each entry supports Fix the Fells.

Classic fell race in Kettlewell, Yorkshire Dales: 4 mile route with 475 m climb over rugged upland terrain. Open to 16+ with pre entry or entry on the day, teams welcome and free parking for entrants.

Tackle the Thornthwaite Round in the Lake District on 19 Sep 2026, a scenic fell race of 15.6 km with 871 m of climb across forest tracks and open fell. Friendly entries on the day and homemade tea await finishers.