Trail Running calendar near Thropton 2026-2027

A chip timed approximately 10k held on the private Mulgrave Estate near Sandsend and Whitby. The woodland route passes Mulgrave Castle with coastal views; refreshments, parking and a bespoke finisher memento are provided.

Gategill Fell Race on Wed 1 Jul 2026 in the Lake District is a short steep 3.6 km climb that tests hill running and grit. On the day entries only, wear grippy shoes and enjoy refreshments as proceeds support the local community.

A summer evening 5 km series across three Edinburgh parks with chip timing, marked courses, finisher medals and category prizes. Enter single races for £12 each or all three for £30.

A traditional parish boundary event in Patterdale on 4 July 2026 with four route choices from a 28 mile full boundary to a family downhill walk, trackers provided and proceeds supporting the local school and church.

An upland 31.7 km race from Muker that climbs to the Tan Hill Inn and crosses remote moorland via Coast to Coast and Pennine Way sections, with marked trails, aid stations and mandatory safety kit.

A 16 km (10 mile) trail loop from Usha Gap Campsite near Muker that follows the second half of the DR30 route, climbing Swinner Gill and returning along the River Swale. Aid stations, GPX route, finishers meal and car parking provided.

A 20 mile unmarked upland race around Cheviot and Hedgehope near Wooler on 4 July 2026, with a same route non competitive challenge walk. Entrants are limited to 300 and mandatory navigation and kit are required.

A fell race around the Buttermere fells on 4 July 2026 with long and short AL courses, mandatory FRA kit and on-course navigation. Start and finish at Loweswater Village Hall; parking available in Loweswater.

A two day mountain navigation event in the Lake District for teams of two, offering six linear courses from novice to expert plus a Fairfield score course with a 12 hour total. Entrants must carry camping kit and be competent with map and c..

A self navigated mountain trail event following about 37 miles of the Pennine Way between Bowlees and Alston YHA, featuring waterfalls, reservoirs and high tops including Crossfell. The event includes transfer bus and limited places.

MacTuffX Sunderland offers a unique interval based racing format with 400m and 800m repetitions. Participants can compete solo or in teams through doubles and relay categories in this July event.

A fully supported, waymarked 100 mile ultramarathon in the UK with two route options in 2026. The event runs to a 48 hour limit with regular pit stops, drop bag and sleep station services and a 2.5 mph guide pace.

Looped trail event in Masham on 5 July 2026 offering 3 hour and 6 hour options where runners complete as many laps as they can within the time limit. Trail and road terrain, feed stations, marshals, a bespoke medal and post race treats.

A 24 km, 680 m ascent fell race from Garrigill that visits the summit of Cross Fell and the source of the River Tees, organised by local volunteers with proceeds to the Langwathby Air Ambulance and Garrigill Village Hall.

Experience a traditional Lakeland gala race featuring a steep 2.3 km course with 300 meters of ascent. This event offers technical fell running for both seniors and juniors at the New Dungeon Ghyll Gala Field.

Run Edinburgh's seven hilltops in a mixed road, trail and hill event that blends urban navigation with racing. Choose your own route between hilltop checkpoints and opt for the competitive Race or the more relaxed Challenge.

Fell race on 5 July 2026 around Skiddaw in the Lake District, based at Keswick Cricket Club. The course is 15.4 km with 960 m of ascent and entry on the day is accepted for a fee of £10.

A muddy 5k obstacle event at Bitts Park in Carlisle on 05 July 2026, featuring climbing, crawling and sliding challenges. Entry includes a fundraising target and on-site facilities such as toilets and refreshments.

Participate in a 9 km fell race through the Durham countryside north of Stanhope. This event is part of the North East Fell Running Championships and features a 300 m climb for runners aged 18 and over.

Experience a traditional FRA category AS fell race in Grasmere featuring a 7.4 km course with 700 m of elevation. This 150 runner event offers a direct ascent to Seat Sandal and a flagged descent through the Cumbrian fells.