Trail Running calendar near Thirlmere 2025-2026

Run a stunning half marathon around Malham Cove and Malham Tarn, featuring a climb to Weets Top and a long, rewarding descent with great views. Part of the Due North Trail Trilogy, entries include a post race meal, beer and event goodies.

Run the Malham 10k on 5 September 2026, a scenic trail that passes Malham Cove and Tarn, climbs Weets Top then drops into a long panoramic descent. Enjoy rugged paths, big views and a lively finish.

The The Maverick Kielder Forest Gravel Trail Running Event will take place in Hexham on Saturday 5 September 2026.

Take on the Blencathra Marathon, a scenic mountain marathon from Caldbeck that climbs five Wainwright summits, delivering sweeping Lakeland views and a serious challenge. GPS tracking, a finisher medal and a warm village welcome await.

Short, fierce fell race from Burnsall featuring a steep climb through heather to a cairn and a fast direct descent. A compact test of speed and hill craft that counts for the BOFRA Championship.

Take on the Leeds Country Way In A Day, a 100 km loop around Leeds on waymarked trails that showcase West and North Yorkshire views. Mostly rural with checkpoints, aid stations and a finisher medal for completing the full circuit.

The River Ayr Way is a scenic 44 mile trail from Glenbuck Loch to the sea at Ayr, winding through river valleys rich in wildlife. Each September runners tackle the 40 mile River Ayr Way Challenge ultramarathon.

THE LAP circumnavigates Lake Windermere in about 47 miles of runnable, flowing trails for runners and walkers. With a 24 hour time limit and full support including aid stations, GPS tracking and a finisher's meal, it offers a friendly ultra..

The 33rd Yorkshireman Off Road Marathon and Half Marathon on 13 September 2026 serves up rugged moorland, trails and woods across Aire Valley and Bronte Country. Choose marathon or half and enjoy live chip timing plus hearty feed stations.

Bradley Fell Race in Bradley Village near Skipton is a scenic BOFRA Championship event with a 3.5 miles (5.6 km) senior course climbing about 800 feet across moorland. Registration and the race start will be from the junior field this year.

Run the Three Towers Ultra across the West Pennine Moors, passing Jubilee, Rivington and Peel towers in a demanding unmarked course. Expect checkpoints, tracking and finisher kit while navigating moorland trails near a military range.

Tackle a rugged 50 km loop from Hawes that climbs Pen y Ghent and winds along the Cam Road, with classic Yorkshire fell views and warm aid stations. Entries are limited to 50 so book early for this intimate ultra challenge.

Challenge the Yorkshire Three Peaks in the 11th Yorkshire 3 Peaks 70/100 km Ultra on 19 to 20 September 2026, starting and finishing at Hawes Market House. Run limestone trails, hilltops and road sections for a memorable ultra adventure.

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.

The Bronte Half Marathon on 20 September 2026 is a hilly 13.1 mile trail race through atmospheric Bronte Country between Haworth and Hebden Bridge, limited to 200 runners and organised by Sue Ryder. Enjoy great scenery, finishers get pie an..

Join the Raby Castle Trail Runs on 20 September 2026 and explore 200 acres of parkland, woodland and lakes with 5k, 10k and half marathon options. Expect deer sightings, varied trails and a festival finish with medal and snack.

Run the Lake District on trails and fells, from a scenic 22 km to the epic 184 km 13 Valleys ultra, all way marked and supported. ITRA registered with Western States qualifying races and part of fees support the Lake District Foundation.

Punk Panther Yorkshire Reservoir Dogs on 26 Sep 2026 in Otley offers waterside trails past seven reservoirs and highlights like Almscliffe Crag. Choose 13, 20 or 32 mile ultramarathon routes for a challenging scenic day with limited entries..

Orton Fell Race returns to Orton on 26 September 2026, a scenic but testing 10 km / 6.2 miles with 258 m climb. Solo runners and teams of three welcome; entries open 19 Oct 2025 and junior races run on the day.

Malham Charity Relays on 27 September 2026 is a friendly, all ages relay with mixed teams formed on the day. A punchy 1.1 km loop up Cawden Hill and back to the Lister Arms, entry £3 with all proceeds to charity.