Trail Running calendar near Upper Denby 2025-2026

Run the scenic Carsington Hill Race in the Peak District, a hilly 9.5 km course with 267 m of climb that rewards strength and stamina. Village atmosphere and easy online entry make it a superb spring challenge.

Panopticons Ultra is a point to point 32 mile trail around East Lancashire visiting four striking art installations as it winds along Pennine routes. Expect 4,700 ft of climbing, panoramic views and a memorable finish in the village of Traw..

Run at Grimsthorpe Castle at the Grim Reaper Running Festival with races from 10 mile to 100 mile and a team relay. Scenic 10 mile loop through ancient woodland and lakeside trails, plus night options, medals and on site camping.

Tackle the scenic Hardmoors 110, a 110 mile single stage ultramarathon along the Cleveland Way from Filey to Helmsley, hugging dramatic coast and moorland. Runners have 36 hours to complete this epic May 23 to 24 challenge.

Run 145 miles non stop along the Grand Union Canal from Birmingham to Little Venice on a fully waymarked towpath. Limited to 100 starters with supported or unsupported entries and a 45 hour cutoff, it is a classic long distance challenge.

Tackle the legendary SAS Weekend 9 route on the Howgill Fells: a fully waymarked 25 km out and back with about 1500 m ascent. Choose loaded, runner or walker categories, earn a finishers patch and enjoy a post race pub drink.

Enjoy a classic Lake District fell race around Hutton Roof Crags and Farleton Knott, about 11 km with roughly 400 m of climb across rough paths and open tops. Pre entry only, with a friendly village vibe, junior races and prizes.

Get the Hull out of Here is a flat, scenic trail run from East Hull along the TransPennine and Hornsea rail trails into open countryside. Distances from 5k to marathon, aid stations and a bespoke finisher medal make it a great spring goal.

Enjoy a lively 6.5 km hill run on Mynydd Myfyr near Oswestry with mixed terrain and 150 m of climbing, supporting Trefonen Hill Walk Weekend. Entry on the day welcome; scenic views and prizes make it a rewarding spring challenge.

Challenge yourself on the Austwick Amble, a scenic fell race in the Yorkshire Dales with a 13 km route and 365 m of climb on Monday 25 May 2026. Join runners and the village street market for a lively day at Austwick Village Green.

Tackle a scenic 4.5 mile fell race with 305 m of climbing around Bamford in the Peak District on Monday 25 May 2026. Part of the lively Bamford sheepdog trial festival, the event pairs fast trails with rural festivities and offers pre entry..

Take on the Stanhill Fell Race on Wed 27 May 2026 in Stanhill, Lancashire, a sharp 8 km fell challenge through the Bowland hills with roughly 250 m of climb. Finish at the Britannia Tap and Grill for friendly post race banter and local beer..

Take on Bluebell's Revenge, a Peak District fell race from the Bluebell Inn near Belper on Wed 27 May 2026. The 5.5 mile route climbs 315 m, is limited to 125 runners, accepts pre entry or cash on the night and finishes back at the pub.

Join the Yorkshire Weekend Saunter Series at the Fisherman Inn in Bingley for scenic, relaxed runs where you can run, jog or walk at your own pace. Choose 5K 10K or half marathon and enjoy a jumble medal, hot food and a drink at the finish.

Explore the Peak District from Bakewell Showground with Maverick Race's Maverick Peak District Trail on 30 May 2026. Choose 6 km, 10 km or 28 km routes across moorland, river valleys and Pennine paths for panoramic views and pure trail runn..

Test yourself on a scenic fell course in the South West Pennines near Kelbrook, 5.5 km with 213 m of climb. On the day entry only, £7, with £2 parking at The Old Barn. Teams welcome and minimum age 16; no junior races.

Join the Gerald Story Memorial Fun Run on 31 May 2026 at Worksop College for a scenic 5.5 mile trail into Clumber Park, fully marshalled with a finisher medal. Run in memory of Gerald Story and help raise funds for Cancer research.

Tatton Park Wild Trail Runs at Tatton Park, Knutsford on 31 May 2026 offer scenic multi terrain routes of 5km, 10km and half marathon. Live timing, finisher medal and Wild Deer goodies await and one well controlled dog per runner is welcome..

Enjoy scenic trails around Settle in the Yorkshire Dales with 10 km, half marathon or 23 mile options for walkers and runners. Community run by the Rotary Club raises funds for local charities and has a garden cafe.

Run the Trunce 4 fell race in the Peak District from Oxspring Playing Field, a scenic 6.2 km route with 190 m of climb. On the day entries are just £3 and a 3 km junior race for ages 10 plus makes it great for families.