Trail Running calendar near Thornton Dale 2026-2027

A 54 km circular trail through the Yorkshire Wolds starting and ending at Pocklington, with about 4,100 ft of climb, four staffed checkpoints and a 12 hour overall cut off.

Alderman's Ascent in Greenfield on 25 July 2026 is an 8.5 km fell race with over 400 m of ascent, visiting Pots and Pans and Shaw Rocks. It is classed AS under FRA rules and will be a counter for the English Fell Running Championship.

A six hour timed circuit run in Skellingthorpe offering distances from 5k to ultra marathon. The mainly tarmac out and back course uses 3.28 or 4.37 mile laps and includes on-course drinks, food, a medal and a goody bag.

A Category BM fell race on 25 July 2026 covering 12.9 km with 610 m of ascent around Calderbrook. Event HQ is at Calderbrook Community Church with parking at Stansfield Estate Playing Fields and team prizes for men and women.

A Pretty Muddy 5k obstacle course at Costello Stadium, Hull on 25 July 2026 where participants climb, crawl and slide while fundraising for Cancer Research UK. The event has on-site toilets and refreshments and requires participants to be 1..

Riverside trail races at Piglove By The River in Leeds offering an approx 43-45 km ultra and a 22 km half on flat, well signposted courses with water stations, a finisher medal and a pint from Piglove Brewery.

A 28.5 km moorland fell race around Holme Moss on 26 July 2026, featuring Pennine Way sections and steep climbs. Entry is restricted to experienced runners with mandatory kit and navigation skills, and registration is at Cartworth Moor Cric..

This 14 km fell run in the Yorkshire Dales starts from historic Bolton Castle. The route includes 305 metres of climb and welcomes teams. Records show a fast, competitive history for this FRA-permitted event.

MacTuffX Sheffield on 26 July 2026 pairs ten strength and skill Xercises with repeated running laps over two distance options. Entry types include Solo, Doubles and Relay and all entrants must be 18 or older.

Tackle the Hameldon Quarry Race on 28 July 2026 in Hapton, Burnley, a lively 6.5 km trail with about 400 m of climb through Bowland terrain. Day entry only, low fees and team categories make it ideal for a spontaneous challenge.

A 10 km fell race at Lee Mill Quarry in the South/West Pennines on 29 July 2026. The course climbs 332 m, teams are allowed and entry on the day costs £5; the event is the first in the Rossendale Mid Week series.

The Woodham Burn 5k will take place in Newton Aycliffe on Wednesday 29 July 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Evening 5 km and 10 km races from Piglove By The River in Leeds, on flat riverside trails along the Trans Pennine Trail. Limited entry, basic facilities, and a courtesy drink for finishers.

An evening pop-up running event in Skipton offering 5 km and 10 km races, pay-on-the-day places, a jumble medal and post-race hot food with drink options.

A women only 50 km ultramarathon around Hebden Bridge and Haworth with 5,000 feet of ascent, vegan friendly checkpoints about every 6 miles, trackers, baggage storage, sanitary products and a finisher medal.

A 37 mile loop through the North Pennines AONB run in reverse along Isaac's Tea Trail on 1 August 2026. Options include solo ultra or three person relay, with checkpoints, downloadable GPX, event tracker and a 12 hour cut off.

A 36 mile ultra along the Esk Valley Way from Castleton to Whitby Harbour with 4,054 ascent, full way marking and live GPS tracking. Entries are limited to 50 and the minimum age is 20.

A 24 mile walk or run on 1 August 2026 around Calderdale, starting and finishing at Heath Rugby Club near Halifax. The route passes woods, fields and a stretch by the River Calder, with checkpoints, refreshments and a finish meal.

A fell race held within the Osmotherley Show in North Yorkshire on 1 August 2026, covering 8.8 km with 320 m of climb. Entry is open to runners aged 16 and over with day registration and show admission required.

A licensed 10 km trail race in Gisburn Forest on 1 August 2026, organised by Pendle Trail Running Club. Entries open in April with entry fees, a race medal, professional photography, chip timing and optional t shirts available.