Trail Running calendar near Thirsk 2025-2026

The Trent Valley Ultra is a scenic 50k running event set in Nottinghamshire, taking place on May 17, 2025. This unique ultra marathon features a picturesque route that winds through charming villages, utilizing footpaths, bridleways, and minor roads. Participants can expect strategically placed chec..

God's Own Back Yard Ultra - Spring 2025 is a unique endurance running event taking place at Hunters Greave, Leeds. Competitors embark on a 4.167-mile loop every hour, aiming to complete it within the hour to continue. The last person to finish a loop alone is crowned the champion, while all others r..

The Steel City 60 Ultra is an exhilarating 60-mile running event set in Sheffield, featuring a challenging circular route that includes 6,400 feet of ascent. Participants can choose to walk or run solo, or join a relay team of 2, 3, or 6 members. The event showcases the natural beauty of Sheffield,..

The Punk Panther Skipton Skedaddle is an exciting running event set in the picturesque market town of Skipton, taking place in its third year. Participants can choose from various distances, including 13, 20, 34, and 50 miles, with routes that showcase stunning landscapes along the Dales High Way, R..

The Old County Tops Fell Race is a challenging running event held annually in May, covering a distance of 37 miles with approximately 10,000 feet of ascent. The race begins and ends in Great Langdale, taking participants over the summits of Helvellyn, Scafell Pike, and Coniston. Established in 1988,..

Infinity24 Kirkoswald is an exciting 24-hour running event taking place in Kirkoswald, Cumbria. Participants can challenge themselves to complete as many 5-kilometer laps as possible within the time frame. The event welcomes individual runners, pairs, and teams of up to eight members.The weekend kic..

The Bronte Half Marathon is a trail running event taking place in the scenic Bronte Country, Yorkshire, on 18 May 2025. Organized by Sue Ryder, this half marathon covers a distance of 13.1 miles and features a hilly course. Participants can enjoy a well-deserved pie and peas meal at the finish, alon..

The Wuthering Heights running event, organized by It's Grim Up North Running, takes place in the historic town of Haworth, known for its Brontë heritage. Participants can choose from various distances, including 5, 10, 15, 20 miles, and a full marathon, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Y..

The Keswick Mountain Festival will take place in Keswick on Sunday 18 May 2025. You can run 32 miles.

The Calderdale Way Relay will take place in Greetland on Sunday 18 May 2025.

The Cookridge Community 10K is a multi-terrain running event taking place in Cookridge, Leeds, on May 18, 2025. This 10-kilometre race, organized by the Cookridge Community Run, supports Cancer Research UK and local community groups. The course features a mix of trails and grass, including a hill an..

The Youlgrave Pommie Panter Fell Race is a challenging 5.8-mile event set in the picturesque Peak District, featuring a climb of 876 feet. The race is designed for runners with some navigation skills, as the route includes rough trails, open fields, and technical sections. Limited to 175 entrants, t..

SilverBackTrails Oswiu’s Revenge is a trail running event covering approximately 10 miles in the scenic Black Hambleton and Silton Woods area near Osmotherley. Participants will navigate forest tracks and ancient paths, enjoying views of the North Yorkshire Moors and the Vale of York. The event emph..

The Blackstone Edge Fell Race is a classic fell race organized by Todmorden Harriers, originally established by Kev Shand in 1983. This challenging race, categorized as AS, covers a distance of 5.6 km with an elevation gain of 366 meters, featuring rough terrain and the iconic Blackstone Edge Trig p..

The Rudding ParkRace is a popular 10.5-kilometer trail race set in the scenic parkland of Rudding Park, Harrogate, scheduled for May 20, 2025. Following the success of previous events, this race features a challenging course that includes a mix of paths and woodland trails, culminating in a rewardin..

The Newmillerdam Quacky Trail Race 5K is an evening trail running event held at Newmillerdam Country Park in Wakefield. Participants will navigate a scenic, hilly looped course through woodlands and alongside a lake. The race features awards for the top male and female finishers, as well as trophies..

The Kildwick Fell Race, organized by the Keighley and Craven Athletics Club, is a challenging 6 km race featuring a climb of 245 meters. It is open to participants aged 16 and above, with junior races available for younger athletes. The event takes place in Kildwick, with registration at the White L..

The Panopticons Ultra is a new 32-mile trail ultra running event set in East Lancashire, designed to showcase the four art installations known as 'The Panopticons' by Mid Pennine Arts. Participants will traverse beautiful trails in the South Pennines, starting at Corporation Park in Blackburn and fi..

The Montane Trail Ultra, 20 & 10 Ullswater Way is a scenic running event taking place on May 24, 2025, starting and finishing at Jenkins Field in Glenridding. Participants can choose from three distances: the Ultra at 33.5 miles, which includes the Lowther and Dalemain loops; the Trail 20 at 21.5 mi..

The Hutton Roof Crags Fell Race is a traditional fell running event, marking its 39th edition, covering a distance of 7 miles (11.2 km) with an ascent of 400 meters. The race takes participants through the scenic Hutton Roof Crags and Farleton Knott, requiring navigation and the negotiation of three..