Trail Running calendar near Swillington 2025-2026

Join the Trail Outlaws Urban Trail Series for fully marked 5K and half marathon trail races for all abilities. Enter single races or save with discounted series entry and enjoy a free presentation evening.

Run a scenic 50 mile trail through the Yorkshire Dales, from Malham Cove to Malham Tarn and the Three Peaks. With 2593 m ascent and limited places, this ITRA rated ultra is a tough, unforgettable challenge for experienced runners.

Take on the CBTE Esk Valley Epic, a scenic 36 mile ultramarathon that loops the Esk Valley Walk from Glaisdale with about 4,487 ft of climbing. Expect wild moorland, coastal views and a festival atmosphere at the finish.

Enjoy a spirited 5 mile trail around Rainow and Kerridge Ridge on the first Wednesday in May, attracting 250 to 300 runners. Low key prizes, post race cakes and a nearby pub make this a friendly local classic.

Run the scenic trails at Brockholes Nature Reserve, looping past lakes, the River Ribble and woodland with distances from 10K to ultra within a six hour limit. Limited to 100 places and £2 from every entry helps support the reserve.

Push your limits at the Bat Challenge, a six hour off road loop at Beacon Hill with 3.3 mile laps so you can choose any distance from 5k to ultra. Enjoy rolling climbs, scenic views, and the choice of a medal or a tree planting token.

Run 33 miles around Chesterfield in the tenth Spire Ultra, a scenic trail through moorland, woodland, reservoirs and farmland. Expect varied terrain, staffed aid stations and a special anniversary memento at the finish.

Marsden Moors Marathon on Saturday 9 May 2026 showcases scenic moorland in the Colne Valley with marathon, 23 and 18 mile options. Limited to 150 entries, the event offers checkpoints, finish food and downloadable route maps.

Run a scenic single loop from Sherwood Forest through Clumber Park and historic estates with 30 or 40 mile options, the 40 mile passing the Major Oak. Expect waymarked trails, regular aid stations and hearty vegan finish fare.

Run or walk a fully way marked 47 mile trail that circumnavigates Lake Windermere, soaking up classic Cumbrian scenery and technical fell sections. Five stocked aid stations and a 24 hour cut off support you to the finish.

Join the Cottam Canter at UCLAN Sports Arena for scenic canal towpath loops through parks and locks, with distances from 5K to ultra. Enjoy bespoke medals, post run refreshments and full arena facilities for a friendly race day.

Run scenic loops through Avenham and Miller Parks along the River Ribble at the Avenham Amble, with distances from 10K to an ultra and post run goodies plus a bespoke finisher medal. Limited to 100 entrants for a friendly festival atmospher..

Tackle the scenic but tough White Horse Trail at Sutton Bank, with marathon, half and trail 10k options across rugged North Yorkshire terrain. Expect big climbs, stunning views and a true trail running challenge for all levels.

Take part in the Jack Bloor Races, an evening fell race with junior events on Ilkley Moor each second Tuesday in May. A community favourite, the event raises funds for the Jack Bloor Memorial Fund to support young people.

The Stately Trails: Constable Burton will take place in Constable Burton on Thursday 14 May 2026. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

Take on scenic but rugged Dales trails at the Punk Panther Skipton Skedaddle on 16 May 2026. Distances from a half marathon to a 50 mile ultra serve up serious climbs, checkpoints and a finisher shirt and medal.

Run scenic moorland and bridleway trails at the Holcombe 10, starting from the Hare and Hounds and climbing to Peel Tower through Redisher Woods. Choose 10K or 10 mile routes and support The Sunnywood Project's youth programmes.

Run a scenic brewery to brewery 50k ultra through the Trent Valley on 16 May 2026, starting and finishing at Milestone Brewery & Tap in Cromwell. Celebrate with beer, food, live entertainment and a commemorative pint glass at the finish.

Tackle the Merrell Cannock Chase Challenge on 16 May 2026 at Tackeroo Campsite with 10 km, half or full marathon over scenic off road trails. Limited to 500 entries, enjoy rolling terrain, aid stations, free parking and a finisher medal.

Take on the Leaden Boot Challenge, a scenic 26.2 miles loop from Alstonefield through the White Peak with dramatic dales and ridges. Open to walkers and runners, the event offers checkpoints, finish food and a warm village welcome.