Trail Running calendar near Swinsty Reservoir 2026-2027

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.

Tackle the Monsal Mash in the Peak District, a challenging 9.5 km fell race with 500 m of climb over technical and fast rough terrain. Advance entry and full kit required, teams of three welcome.

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.

Night trail running at Delamere Forest with a Spooky Halloween theme, reflective course markings and required head torches. Distances include 10k, Half Marathon and a free 1k kids event with medals.

A night time 5k at Herons Reach Blackpool on 31 October 2026 over multi terrain parkland. Pre booked entry is required with set fees by age category and all finishers receive a glow in the dark medal.

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.

A trail running event on 1 November 2026 at Sankey Visitors Centre, St Helens, limited to 250 places with a minimum age of 15 and entry fees of £18.50 (UKA) or £20.00 (unaffiliated).

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 races in Hartington with **8.4 km** and **16.4 km** waymarked routes, complimentary local cheese samples and a goodie bag with cheese, crackers and a 5cl bottle of port. Small group waved starts and a village HQ at Hartington Village..

A relaxed canicross event at Mere Sands Wood on 1 November 2026 with a timed one mile and an optional 2.5 km social run. Mostly flat woodland trails with an on site visitor centre, cafe, toilets and parking.

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 annual November off road run of 11k around Burley Moor starting and finishing at Scalebor Park. The marked route climbs to the high point near the Great Skirtful of Stones and often includes muddy, steep sections.