Trail Running calendar near Tintwistle 2025-2026

Run the Winter Tolkien Trail at Stonyhurst College: an 11.1km winter trail through Mount Doom, riverside paths and ancient Fangorn Forest. Expect chip timing, pro photos, a finisher medal and a lively event village to warm up afterwards.

Moors the Merrier 21 is a festive 21 mile circular run around the moors of Hebden Bridge with challenging climbs and stunning winter views. Fully supported and featuring Santa hats and a bran tub tradition, entries are limited and a waiting..

Take on Valhalla Winter Run 2025, a festive six hour timed trail at the University of York with 2.2 mile undulating laps so you can stop after any lap or carry on. Enjoy a bespoke medal, goody bag, cake and mulled wine.

Join the Punk Panther Christmas Cracker in Otley on 13 December for a festive mystery course with 12, 19 and 32 mile options. Checkpoints, trackers and a strict kit list keep the small field safe while final route details are emailed.

Join the 20th Regular Irregular on 13 Dec 2025 for a scenic walk or run around Holmfirth from Brockholes Village Hall. Pick up to three loops of 11.6, 7.2 or 4.2 miles over moorland and town, with snacks and a finish meal.

Event details The PECO XC League Race 2 is a cross country race held at Pontefract Park, Pontefract, West Yorkshire on 14 December 2025. The course is about 4.5-5.0 miles, run over two laps, with an undulating profile. The event is not suit..

Celebrate the season with Sherwood Pines Festive Trail Runs and Duathlons set in 3,300 acres of Nottinghamshire woodland. Choose family fun, 5 km or 10 km trail runs or festive duathlons and finish with a medal, mince pie and drink.

The BigXmas Trail Festival is an annual trail running event held at Sale Water Park in Greater Manchester, blending urban and rural landscapes. Now in its fourth year, it offers three race distances: 11km, half marathon, and marathon. The c..

Tackle a winter ultra of 65 km and 2000 m ascent from The Royal Barn near Kirkby Lonsdale, across remote footpaths and summits. Self navigate, refuel at hot feed stations and celebrate with pizza at the finish.

Enjoy a winter trail in Kirkby Lonsdale on 5 km, 10 km or 20 km routes through footpaths, riverbanks and fells with Lune Valley views. Festive finish treats include Santa hats, hot drinks and mince pies or a finisher beer for longer routes.

The Moel Famau Festive 'Piece of String' Race is a unique running event held on the last Saturday before Christmas at Bwlch Penbarras. Participants can expect a surprise distance and route, ranging between 6 and 12 kilometers, which will be..

Take on NAV4 Tour de Helvellyn, a winter mountain ultra of about 38 miles with roughly 2000 m of ascent across unmarked Lakeland terrain. Limited to experienced runners, this low support event demands solid navigation and winter kit.

Join PieAthlon 2025, a fun 6 km trail around Longwood starting and finishing at The Dusty Miller in Huddersfield, with three pie tasting stations along the route. Fancy dress is encouraged and medals and prizes add to the festive fun.

Join Wharfedale Harriers for The Stoop, a festive pre Christmas fell race at Penistone Hill Country Park near Haworth on 21 December 2025. Tackle a punchy 8 km moorland route with big climbs, chip timing and a Santa hat plus Curly Wurly for..

Event details The Chevin Chase is a hilly, multi-terrain race that starts and finishes in Guiseley and follows a scenic 7 mile circuit of Otley Chevin. The event takes place on Boxing Day (26 December 2025) and is in its 46th year. The orga..

The Wansfell Fell Race, organized by Ambleside AC, is a challenging running event set in the scenic Lake District. The race features a 3.14 km (2.1 miles) out-and-back route with a significant climb of 405 meters (1329 feet). Starting from..

Take on a scenic 10k through the historic Rauceby Estate on 27 December 2025, winding past Rauceby Hall and parkland. Enjoy a festive post Christmas challenge on a family owned country estate with wide paths and countryside views.

Wormstones Fell Race takes place in Glossop, with the start and finish at The Beehive on Hague Street (SK13 8NR). The page positions the event as a fell race with a route that leads "to the top," though distance details aren’t listed. The r..

Kick off the new year with the 19th Hangover Hike in Dewsbury, choosing 10, 17 or 21 mile circular routes you can shorten or lengthen at a central checkpoint. Walk or run with friendly support, checkpoints, snacks and a finisher certificate..

Start your New Year with the Clowbridge 5k on 1 January 2026, a scenic two lap trail around Clowbridge Reservoir. Friendly marshals, prizes and proceeds donated to local causes make this a festive community run.