Trail Running calendar near Thirsk 2026-2027

Join this Beacon Hill fell race on Thu 9 Jul 2026 at Lordenshaw car park, Rothbury. A testing 6.6 mile course with 410 m of climb, entry on the day and teams of three welcome for a spirited summer challenge.

Gravel Rocks is a summer festival combining trail running and gravel riding at Duncombe Park. The inclusive entry covers camping, a night run, a choice of Saturday distances, and live music. It's a timed, multi day event with a social atmos..

Trail races from Slaithwaite along the Huddersfield narrow gauge canal to Tunnel End, offering 5k, 10k, half and marathon distances with feed stations, marshals, a cup-less policy and a 6.5 hour cut-off.

The Lakeland Trails Ultra offers four scenic distances through the Lake District, from a 100k midnight adventure to a 14k trail run. All routes are fully marked and supported with feed stations. The event includes professional photos and fi..

Event Details The Wasdale Fell Race is a fell running event in the Lake District. The course is approximately 34 km (21.1 mi) long with 2,750 m (9,022 ft) of ascent. It starts at Brackenclose near the National Trust campsite in Wasdale. Cou..

Take on the New Embsay Fell Race on Sat 11 Jul: a punchy 2.5 mile course with 195 m of climb through the Yorks Dales. Part of the village fete, enjoy entertainment and refreshments and easy on the day entry for a fun community challenge.

Take on the Charlesworth & Chisworth Carnival Fell Race on Sat 11 Jul 2026 in the Peak District, a testing 5 km / 3.1 mile course with 180 m of climb. Pre entry and entry on the day plus junior races make this a great community running day.

Lyke Wake Challenge The Lyke Wake Challenge is a point-to-point running event taking place on July 11, 2026. It covers a distance of just over 40 miles, starting near Osmotherley and finishing in Ravenscar village. The route follows the cla..

The Phoenix Blaze is a flexible, timed running event along the flat River Mersey towpath. Run from one 5.3km lap to an ultra marathon within the 7-hour limit. It's part of a summer series with a charity donation for every entry.

Join a guided recce of the Helvellyn to Ambleside section for the Lakes in A Day challenge. Cover around 11 miles with experienced NAV4 tutors, focusing on route knowledge and event strategy. Group size is limited to 12.

This railway-themed trail ultra covers 30 miles from Whitby to Pickering, passing eight stations along scenic railway lines. With a 13-hour cutoff, it welcomes both runners and walkers. The inclusive event includes checkpoints, basic snacks..

This 9.7 km fell race in the Peak District features 247 meters of climbing. The route is marked and marshaled, starting from Peak Forest. Post race refreshments are provided.

Race a steam train on this unique 11-mile point-to-point trail run from Bury to Rawtenstall. Spectators can ride the train to cheer you on. Every finisher gets a medal and T-shirt.

Trunce 6 in Oxspring on Mon 13 Jul 2026 is a testing 6.2 km Peak District race with about 190 m of climb from Oxspring Playing Field, main race for 16 and over. Enter on the day for £3 and juniors over 10 can run a 3 km race for £1.

Challenge yourself on the steep slopes of Chapelfell Top in this classic midweek fell race. The 7km out-and-back route from St. John's Chapel demands solid navigation skills over rough, pathless terrain. A true test for experienced fell run..

Tackle the Blisco Dash in the Lake District from the Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, an exhilarating 8 km / 5 miles fell race climbing 609 m for breathtaking views and a real test of legs. Entry on the day only and teams are welcome.

Take on a classic Peak District fell race in Bamford on Wednesday 15 July 2026, a thrilling 4.5 mile course with 305 m of climb and spectacular views. Pre entry is recommended as day entries are limited.

Tackle a scenic fell race from Chop Gate in the North York Moors, covering 6.1 miles with 344 m of ascent across classic moorland. Entry on the day is welcome with low fees for members and non members, and teams are catered for.

The Blacka Moor Chase is a 6.7 km trail race over the moors near Sheffield. The route includes technical descents and climbs, with facilities at the club pavilion. Prizes are awarded across multiple categories following the event.

This uphill-only race challenges runners with 6km and 850m of ascent, from Patterdale to the summit of Helvellyn via Swirral Edge. It's a pure vertical test in the Lake District. Entries open in October 2025 for the July 2026 event.