Trail Running calendar near Thirlmere 2025-2026

A short but fierce fell race in Hawkswick, Littondale, with a steep climb to the ridge and a thrilling skyline return featuring a very steep descent. A BOFRA Championship counter that tests pace and grit for juniors and seniors.

Run the scenic trails of Harewood estate at the West Yorkshire Trail Run on Sunday 21 June 2026, with 13 km and 22 km options through woods and lakeside views. Chip timing and a finisher medal make for a rewarding day for all runners.

Eddie's Revenge Fell Race on 24 June 2026 is a punchy 5.8K with 308m of climb to the Trig Point on Crompton Moor and a sharp descent back to Buckstones. Rough moorland and forest trails make this a short, thrilling fell hosted by Middleton.

Tackle scenic woodland trails in Chopwell Woods on 27 June 2026 with 5, 10 and 15 mile options, canicross friendly so you can bring one controlled dog. Finish to live chip timing, a medal and a burger with beer for a proper celebration.

Take on the Kirkby Gala Fell Race in Kirkby in Furness, a BOFRA Championship counter that climbs to the windmill across scenic fields. Senior course is 3.45 miles / 6.00 km with 750 feet / 240 meters of ascent and includes junior categories..

Trail Blazer Coastal Edition is a scenic Northumbrian trail run along dunes and gravel, billed as 10K but nearer 12K. Finish at Barn at the Bay with live music, food, drinks and even llamas and no cutoff.

Beat The Bounds in Patterdale traces the parish boundary through the stunning Ullswater valley, with options from a gentle 6 mile family downhill to a bold 28 mile boundary challenge. Held 4 July 2026, proceeds benefit the village school an..

Punk Panther Ultra Unique is a bespoke ultramarathon at Swinsty Moor with personalised looped routes and GPX files so you run your chosen distance. Limited to 50 entrants, live trackers and moorland climbs make for a rugged trail challenge.

The Dalesrunner 30 will take place in Muker on Saturday 4 July 2026. You can run 30 kilometers.

The Swinner Swagger will take place in Low Row on Saturday 4 July 2026. You can run 10 miles.

Blacksheep 3 and 6 Hour Challenge takes place in Masham, on the edge of the North Yorkshire Dales. It offers a six‑hour option—running as many laps as you can within the window—and a three‑hour option. The marshalled, signed course blends t..

Run a scenic 10 km trail around Wheelbirks Parlour in Stocksfield, with forest tracks, river crossings and challenging climbs. Finishers get an eco medal and wild flower seeds and can cool down with ice cream at the parlour.

The Lakeland Trails Ultra will take place in Ambleside on Saturday 11 July 2026. You can run between 14 and 100 kilometers.

Tackle the Swirral Grind 850, a challenging uphill only 6 km climb with 850 m ascent to Helvellyn's Swirral Edge. Set in the Lake District UNESCO World Heritage Site, the event includes professional safety support and a quirky seed bomb fin..

Take on the Rab Pinnacle Ridge Extreme around the Helvellyn Massif from Patterdale on 18 July 2026. This 28 km 2700 m skyrun features exposed ridgelines, scree descents and five hands on scrambles; entry is vetted.

Take on the Rab Helvellyn Sky Ultra in Patterdale on 18 July 2026, a rugged 57 km with 3700 m ascent over Striding Edge and Swirral Edge. Marked mountain trails, safety support and ITRA UTMB points await plus a wild seed bomb medal.

Tackle a scenic 15 km loop with 680 m ascent around Place Fell on Ullswater, featuring semi technical trails and panoramic climbs. Finish with a recycled seed bomb medal and vegan salty soup after a mid route aid station.

Challenge the St Sunday Sky Race in Patterdale on 18 Jul 2026, 29 km with about 2050 m ascent over technical ridges like Striding and Swirral Edges. Fully supported with checkpoints, tracking, ITRA points and a post race meal.

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.

Run or walk through the historic Aske Hall estate on gentle trails that cross parkland, terraced gardens and a lakeside Roman style temple. Pick a 5 km run or walk or a 10 km challenge and enjoy finisher food amid stunning countryside.