Trail Running calendar near Ullswater 2025-2026

Run a classic Lake District ultramarathon: 57 km with 3700 m ascent across exposed ridgelines like Striding Edge and Swirral Edge in Patterdale on 18 July 2026. Expect rugged trails, mountain safety support and a wild seed bomb finishers me..

Discover a classic entry level 29 km sky race from Patterdale over St Sunday Crag, with 2050 m of ascent across scenic but technical Lake District fells. Fully supported with timing, a post race meal and a finishers wild flower seed medal.

Place Fell 15 is a 15km trail race with about 680 m ascent in the Lake District. Tackle technical paths and sweeping fell views, then enjoy a recycled paper mache wildflower seed bomb medal at the finish.

Join She Strides Metric Marathon, a scenic 26 km trail from Hebden Bridge across moorland past Stoodley Pike and reservoirs. Marked route, on course support and a finishers medal make this a memorable day out.

Tackle the sculpted landscape of Northumberlandia on a 10K trail through hills, forest tracks and fast stone paths, finishing with a bespoke medal. Bring the family for a free 1 mile kids loop with adult entry and enjoy an event village, pa..

Cracoe Fell Races are a short, sharp test on rugged moorland near Skipton, featuring tussocks, ditches and a steep final climb to the summit. Junior races and on the day entry make it perfect for local runners and families.

Tackle the rugged Bowland slopes at the Hapton Fell Race, a challenging 5 miles with about 400 m of climb near Burnley. Day of entry makes it ideal for last minute plans and friendly club rivalry.

Experience a scenic loop around Aske Hall estate near Richmond on 23 July 2026, with 5 km and 10 km trail options. Limited to 200 entries, the mostly flat single loop winds through pasture and woodland for a relaxed but rewarding race day.

Explore scenic estate trails at Stately Trails: Aske Hall on 23 July 2026, with 5km runs and walks plus a 10km option across parkland, tracks and woodland. Expect marked, potentially muddy courses, finishers food and optional coaster medal.

Join Grim Up North Running at Cromwell Bottom for Rock up n' Run, a relaxed summer pop up off road evening 5 km or 10 km race. Turn up on the night or book online, then enjoy a jumble medal, hot food and a post race drink.

Take on the Montane Lakeland 50 or 100, a rugged trail running test from Coniston across the Lake District with dramatic fells, lakes and staffed checkpoints. Expect an epic, scenic and rewarding mountain weekend.

Enjoy a flat, fast riverside trail in Leeds on 26 July 2026 with a 43 to 45 km ultra or a 22 km half. Scenic footpaths pass St Aiden's and Fairburn Ings, and every finisher earns a local medal and a pint from Piglove Brewery.

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.

Take on the classic Ambleside fell race near Rydal Park, a short but sharp climb to a rocky summit set in Lakeland scenery. Open to seniors and juniors with age categories, this BOFRA counter promises a stiff test of speed and stamina.

Join the Skipton Rock up n' Run pop up Summer Series along the scenic Leeds and Liverpool Canal in Rodley, with 5k and 10k distances for all abilities. Finishers get a jumble medal and can enjoy hot food plus a beer or soft drink.

She Strides is a women only 50K ultramarathon around Hebden Bridge, taking runners through woodland, moorland and picturesque villages with about 1,400 m of climbing. Vegan friendly aid stations, medals for all finishers and hot food await.

Isaac's Tea Trail Ultra Backwards is a 37 mile loop through the North Pennines AONB and UNESCO Global Geopark. Rugged trails, big climbs and self guided navigation with checkpoints, tracking and post race food make for a scenic, testing day..

Join the Farleton Knott fell race on Sunday 2 August 2026 for a steep 2.6 mile 4.2 km climb and descent with rewarding views from the top. Fast and scenic, the event welcomes juniors through seniors and has on site parking for a small fee.

Join the Round Hill fell race for a challenging 14.1 km course with sweeping York Dales views, starting and finishing in charming Timble village. Entry is on the day for a small fee and part of the proceeds support brain tumour research.

Crow Hill Reverse fell race in the South West Pennines on 4 Aug 2026 offers a steep 8 km route with 305 m of climb from Dusty Miller pub in Mytholmroyd. No pre entry required; join on the day for £5 and tackle a classic Pennine fell.