Trail Running calendar near Ulverston 2026-2027

A 5 mile trail race on 23 August 2026 at Leigh Sports Village organised by Leigh Harriers AC. The event is licenced by TRA and follows UK Athletics Rules, with separate entry fees for affiliated and unaffiliated runners.

Take on the Trunce 8, a classic Peak District fell race starting and finishing at Oxspring Playing Field. The 6.2 km route climbs 190 m and entry is on the day for £3, with a junior 3 km race for over 10s at £1.

Take on the Fellrunner Golf Ball in Rossendale for a gritty 8.8 km fell race with 244 m of climbing across classic Bowland terrain. Teams are welcome and post race food and drink ensure a warm community finish.

Take on the classic Holcombe Two Towers fell race on Wednesday 26 August 2026 in the South West Pennines, a challenging 4 mile course with 400 m of climb through rugged moorland. Expect steep trails, great views and a lively community atmos..

Pop up Summer Series at Kirkstall in Leeds with 5k and 10k races. Runners can turn up on the evening and pay on the day or online; hot food, a jumble medal and a drink are provided.

A trail event in Skipton on 29 August 2026 offering 13, 20, 34 and 50 mile routes across Pennine Way and Dales Way. Checkpoints, mandatory kit and trackers are part of the event and minimum age is 18.

A 130-mile non-stop canal run from Liverpool to Leeds along historic towpaths, open to those aged 20+. Options include Supported or limited Unsupported places, feed points every 10–15 miles, and a 40-hour completion limit.

Join the Arnison Crag Horseshoe fell race in Patterdale on Sat 29 Aug 2026, starting at King George Playing Fields as part of Patterdale Dog Day. A steep 5 km with 300 m climb, entries on the day £5, minimum age 14.

Take on the Weardale Agricultural Show Fell Race on 29 August 2026 in St John's Chapel. A lively 4 km fell run with 120 m of climb across classic upland terrain, plus fun junior showground races and easy entry on the day.

Join this lively fell race at Bellingham Showfield as part of the country show, tackling 4 miles with 600 ft of climb across classic Northumberland terrain. No pre entry required; runners aged 16 and over can sign up on the day.

Tackle a classic Pennines fell race in Pendleton on 29 August 2026. The 8 km course packs 457 m of ascent across rough terrain, with on the day entries and homemade cakes and a cosy village pub to reward you.

The Dales Dazzler will take place in Skipton on Saturday 29 August 2026.

Choose your own distance along Durham's scenic River Wear in this 7-hour trail challenge. Run a few laps or go for a marathon, with medal and snacks waiting at the finish. A flat, signed course makes it accessible for all paces.

GNR & Time Turner Time Challenge in Durham invites runners to choose any distance or tackle a seven hour time challenge on a scenic River Wear loop with views of Durham Cathedral. Finish 3 km for a medal and collect pins for longer distance..

Hebden Sports is a BOFRA fell race at Powder House Field, Hebden, featuring a 1.50 mile route with about 400 feet of climb over fell terrain with walls and streams. Junior and senior races are held on the same course.

The BOFRA - Reeth Show will take place in Reeth on Monday 31 August 2026.

Join the Dark Side Of The Combe on Mon 31 Aug 2026 in the Lake District as part of the Black Combe Country Fair at Bootle. This 12.5 km fell race with 625 m ascent is a tough, scenic test and has on the day entry.

Take on the Barrow Keswick Show Fellrunner on Mon 31 Aug 2026 in the Lake District: a punchy 6.5 km four mile course with 425 m climb, starting in the show ring and finishing by the showfield. Entry on the day £10, ages 15 and up welcome.

Kilnsey Crag Fell Race at the Kilnsey Show in the York Dales is a short, steep blast up iconic Kilnsey Crag that tests speed and nerve. The senior race is pre entry only while free junior races make it a lively family event.

Muker Show Fell Race on 2 September 2026 is a short fell race of 1.40 miles (2.25 km) with a 550 feet climb, featuring a river crossing, a climb to Fremington Edge and a finish in the show ring and counting for the BOFRA senior championship..