Trail Running calendar near Thornton Dale 2026-2027

Experience an undulating trail run along the historic Huddersfield narrow gauge canal in Slaithwaite. Choose from four different distances and enjoy scenic views of the Pennines and local locks.

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.

Cross the North York Moors in this 40 mile point to point challenge from Osmotherley to Ravenscar. Follow the iconic unmarked route with a unique handicap start and multiple supported checkpoints.

Race through the enchanting Lancashire woods and river trails that inspired the scenery of Middle Earth. This 11.1 km course starts at the historic Stonyhurst College and follows the footsteps of J.R.R. Tolkien.

Experience a traditional fell race in the West Pennines with the Baildon Canter. This event features a 5 km senior course and multiple junior races held alongside the local Carnival.

Experience a 30 mile trail ultra from Whitby to Pickering following historic railway lines. This partially self navigational route features over 3000 feet of elevation and passes eight different stations through the North Yorkshire Moors.

Experience a 9.7 km fell race with 247 m of climbing through the beautiful Peak District. This traditional event features a marked course, marshaled points, and post race refreshments in the village of Peak Forest.

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.

Experience a summer evening fell race to the 700m summit of Chapelfelltop. This 7km out and back course features tough terrain and a quick descent for experienced runners with navigation skills.

Gather a team of three for a relay race through the undulating trails of Golden Acre Park in Leeds. This evening event is open to UKA affiliated club members competing across multiple age and gender categories.

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.

Experience a 26 km trail race starting in the heart of Hebden Bridge. Run past Stoodley Pike on a marked course featuring moorland views and rocky trails with full marshal support and finisher medals.

Experience a unique 10k trail race over the famous Northumberlandia landform and through surrounding restricted countryside. This event features hills and forest tracks plus a one mile kids fun run and bespoke medals.

Experience a historic category AM fell race covering 11 km with 600 m of ascent. Part of the Ingleton Gala day, this classic route takes runners to the summit of Ingleborough and back.

Afoot in Two Dales is a 50 mile circuit through the Yorkshire Dales for experienced runners and walkers. Participants navigate Wensleydale and Swaledale with an ascent of Great Shunner Fell inside a 22 hour limit.

Overview The Cracoe Fell Races are a series of fell running events taking place on Sunday 19th July 2026. The races are part of the BOFRA (British Open Fell Runners Association) Championship. Distances and Route The main race covers a dista..