Trail Running calendar near Swillington 2025-2026

Tackle the classic Cracoe fell race near Skipton and Grassington with rough fields, tussocks and a sharp climb to the summit. Short but fierce 4.2 km course that rewards power and grit and counts towards the BOFRA championship.

Tackle the iconic Montane Lakeland 50 or 100 from Coniston, a rugged, scenic ultra through the Lake District fells and lakes. Expect steep climbs, technical navigation and a true test of endurance for experienced runners.

Explore 55 km of rolling Yorkshire Wolds on a scenic circular route from Pocklington, featuring quiet trails, climbs and meadow crossings. Enjoy friendly support with vegan and gluten free aid stations, GPS tracking and eco finish options.

Punk Panther Takes the Hindmost on 25 July 2026 is an elimination ultramarathon around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs, run as scenic 10 km laps with steady climbs. After four qualifiers the slowest runner each lap is eliminated until one ch..

Enjoy a flat, riverside run through Leeds with the AIRE Ultra Trail and Super Trail Half starting from Piglove By The River near Granary Wharf. Choose around 45 km ultra or 22 km half, pass nature reserves, and celebrate with a local medal..

Holme Moss Fell Race on 26 July 2026 is a thrilling 28.5 km moorland challenge with 1,285 m ascent, starting and finishing at Cartworth Moor Cricket Club. Expect rough remote terrain, river crossings and mandatory navigation and safety kit.

The BOFRA - Ambleside Sports will take place in Ambleside on Thursday 30 July 2026.

Run 36 miles along the Esk Valley Way across the North York Moors from Castleton to Whitby Abbey for a rugged, scenic challenge with live GPS tracking and checkpoints. Limited to 100 entries.

Explore the limestone dales of the White Peak with the Dovedale Dipper, a friendly trail race and challenge walk based in Hartington. Choose around a marathon or about 15 mile routes and enjoy classic Peak District scenery on 1 August 2026.

She Strides is a women only 50K ultramarathon around Hebden Bridge, taking in woodland, moorland and local villages. Vegan friendly aid, an all female support crew, finisher medal and hot post race food included.

Run scenic laps through Elvaston Castle Country Park at the Derby Running Festival, with 5K, 10K and half marathon options on flat mixed terrain. Enjoy a themed medal, free photos, chip timed results and a lively event village.

Join the Farleton Knott fell race on Sunday 2 August 2026 for a steep 2.6 mile 4.2 km climb and descent with rewarding views from the top. Fast and scenic, the event welcomes juniors through seniors and has on site parking for a small fee.

Take on the Cordwell Colossus, a scenic summer trail loop on the eastern edge of the Peak District. Just over 20 miles with 840 m ascent, expect hilly trails, checkpoints and a village hall finish with a medal for all finishers.

The BOFRA - Arncliffe Gala will take place in Arncliffe on Saturday 8 August 2026. You can run 4 miles.

Hardmoors 26.2 Farndale invites trail runners to tackle 29 mile, 16.5 mile or 8.3 mile circular routes from Hutton Le Hole, limited to 400 entrants. Courses are unmarked so runners must carry printed maps and required kit.

Join the historic Eccles Pike Fell Race on 12 August 2026 for a sharp out and back from Buxworth to the summit of Eccles Pike. A compact but testing climb and descent, this local classic dates to the 19th century.

Ricky’s Race is held in Darley Dale, near Matlock, and organized by Matlock Athletic Club. The 7.3 km (4.5 miles) course features about 240 m (787 ft) of climb. Runners start on a forest trail with a brief flat section, then ascend through..

Join the revival of the Flagg Moor Run, a 5.5 mile fell race through the scenic Peak District countryside. Expect off road fields, lanes and a long downhill finish back into the charming village of Flagg.

Tackle the classic Ilkley Skyline loop from The Hermit Inn, summiting Beamsley Beacon, Round Hill and sweeping moors on a scenic unmarked fell route. Choose 22 miles or 35 km for a true moorland running challenge with checkpoints and aid st..

Its Grim Up North Running’s Sir Titus Summer Trot takes place beside the canal near Saltaire’s world heritage village in Saltaire, Shipley, West Yorkshire. The event offers distances from 5k to Ultra, all on a largely flat towpath suitable..