Trail Running calendar near Thirlmere 2025-2026

Join the new Burnsall 12K trail, the opening race of the Due North trilogy, for a scenic riverside run in the Yorkshire Dales. Expect waymarked singletrack, postrace food and a beer, and a friendly festival atmosphere for 17+ runners.

Take on a scenic 12 km trail through Burnsall and the Dales on 18 April 2026 as part of the Due North series. Expect on course drinks, a post race meal and a beer at the finish for a friendly, well supported day out.

The NAV4 Lakes Mountain 40 will take place in Lowther on Saturday 18 April 2026. You can run between 27 and 40 miles.

Tackle the rough uplands of Blackstone Edge in this punchy 5.6 km fell race with 366 m climb and boggy sections, visiting the Pennine Way and a Roman road. Organized by Todmorden Harriers, it is a 2026 Fell Running Championships counter.

Trail Blazer Dam Busters from Heart and Soul Racing offers 10K and Half Marathon routes across rugged Pennine moors from Blackton Grange Estate near Barnard Castle. Expect epic views and true countryside trail running.

Experience the Swainby Sweep on the North York Moors, choose 7 mile or 16 mile routes across moorland, forest tracks and sections of the Cleveland Way. Friendly checkpoints, goodie bags and medals make this a great spring challenge for trai..

The Fellsman: Epic high level fell race across the Yorkshire Dales from Ingleton to Threshfield, testing navigation, stamina and grit over 60+ miles and 11,000 feet of ascent. Well supported by volunteers with checkpoints and safety measure..

Beyond Newcastle starts and finishes at Swing Bridge on the Quayside, offering a scenic 55 km ultra or 25 km trail along the Tyne and Derwent. Riverside and woodland trails, GPX routes, feed stations, chip timing and a finishers medal.

Run the stunning Calderdale Way Ultra on 25 April 2026, a scenic off road challenge through moorland, woodland and canal paths around Halifax and Hebden Bridge. Choose from 30, 50 or 100 mile options with full support and finisher medal.

Run the RAF Spadeadam Blue Streak Trail for a rare route across an active RAF station with launch platforms and stunning views of the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall. Choose 14 mile or 11 km, earn a medal and support RAF Benevolent Fund.

The Three Peaks Race is a challenging fell running event held annually in Yorkshire, England, known as "The Marathon with Mountains." It covers a marathon distance over the rugged terrain of the Yorkshire Three Peaks: Pen-y-ghent, Whernside..

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.

Tackle the scenic Gibside 5 km or 10 km trail through gardens, woodland and open countryside on the expansive National Trust estate. Canicross friendly with live chip timing, bespoke medal and Wild Deer merchandise for all finishers.

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.

Join the Carlisle City Urban Trail Run, a 10 km city and off road course from The Sands Centre on 6 May 2026. Limited to 300 runners, with live chip timing and age group prizes for a fun spring challenge.

Brockholes Bimble on 8 May 2026 offers 10K, half, marathon or ultra on scenic trails around lakes, the River Ribble and woodlands. Limited to 100 entrants, the friendly event includes snacks, a bespoke finisher medal and £2 from each entry..

Join Lakeland Paws at Dodd Wood on Saturday 9 May 2026 for a scenic canicross with sweeping views over Bassenthwaite Lake. Wide trails suit two dogs per runner and solo runners are welcome.

The Cottam Canter on Saturday 9 May 2026 at UCLAN Sports Arena in Preston offers 5K through ultra distances on a scenic 5K canal and park loop, perfect for loop lovers and ultra runners. Field limited to 100 so enter early.

THE LAP is a fully waymarked 47 mile 75K trail ultra around Lake Windermere, offering stunning Lakeland views and varied terrain. Runners and walkers get 24 hours, GPS support, stocked aid stations and a local finisher meal and medal.

Join the Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Double Header on 10 May 2026 for scenic forest trails up to the summit of Seat How. Dog friendly with individual starts and chip timing, this Season 4 finale is perfect for runners and their canine companio..