Trail Running calendar near Wadshelf 2025-2026

The Exterminator is a rugged 17 miles fell race in the Peak District from Totley AC pavilion, across moorland, woods and village paths. Strong navigation and mandatory kit are required; bring your own bottle or cup for two water stations.

Take on the Stretton Skyline, a scenic yet demanding 30.5 km fell race around Church Stretton with 1357 m of climb and panoramic Shropshire Hills views. Pre entry only, finishers enjoy a tasty goody bag.

Enjoy a Peak District fell race at Oxspring Playing Field, a punchy 6.2 km course with 190 m of ascent through scenic terrain. On the day entries welcome for a modest fee and the event is part of an eight race series.

Robin Hood 100 is a scenic 100 mile trail ultra from Retford that follows the Chesterfield Canal into Sherwood Forest, looping past Creswell Crags, Clumber Park and historic estates. Limited to 150 runners and fully supported, it is a class..

Take on the Leeds Country Way In a Day, a scenic 100 km loop around Leeds through trails, villages and parks. The waymarked route with checkpoints and aid along the way makes for a rewarding ultrarunning challenge for adventurous runners.

Ultra X England brings rugged multi distance trail racing to the Peak District from Edale on 12 and 13 September 2026. Choose from short to ultra distances, enjoy fully marked routes, stocked aid stations and epic scenery.

Run the Nine Edges Challenge, a 20 mile off road test across Peak District moorland and gritstone with about 900 m of ascent and mandatory map and compass navigation. Finish at a pub, enjoy a free drink and help fund Edale Mountain Rescue.

Tackle the 33rd Yorkshireman Off Road Marathon or Half through Bronte Country moorland, trails and woods for a scenic but tough challenge. Volunteer run and charity minded, with chip timing and well stocked feed stations.

Take on the Bradley Fell Race in Bradley Village near Skipton on Sunday 13 September 2026, a punchy 3.5 mile route climbing about 230 m up to scenic Bradley moor. Friendly club atmosphere with junior races and affordable entry on the day.

Run scenic trails in the Peak District from Bakewell Showground, along the River Derwent and past Chatsworth House. Choose 9.1 km, 15 km or 21.5 km routes with chip timing, aid stations and a finisher medal.

Tackle the Ilam Three Peaks fell race on Sun 13 Sep 2026 in the Peak District, a punchy 6.4 km route with 520 m of climb across classic fell terrain. Pre entry required, so book early for this steep, scenic challenge.

Join the Peak District Challenge in Hathersage on 18 and 19 Sept 2026, with distances from 25 km to 100 miles across iconic moorland. Self navigate or choose a guided group, with GPS tracking, checkpoint support and a hot meal at the finish..

Explore the wild West Pennine moors around Darwen on an unmarked ultra linking Jubilee, Rivington and Peel towers. Choose 39 or 55 mile routes with checkpoint support, GPS tracking and a finisher medal for a rewarding challenge.

Take on the Yorkshire 3 Peaks Ultra from Hawes Market House in September with 70 km or 100 km options across Whernside, Ingleborough and Pen y Ghent. Limited to 120 runners, it combines epic scenery with solid on course support.

Take on the Pen Y Ghent Ultra, a 50 km mountain trail through the Yorkshire Dales with a climb to Pen Y Ghent and sweeping moorland views. Supported aid stations, race HQ comforts and limited entries make this an autumn must do.

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the High Peak 40, a scenic 40 mile ultramarathon around Buxton on 19 September 2026. Trails and roads combine for a classic challenge for experienced runners seeking a memorable autumn test.

Oktoberfest Running by Grim Up North hits the Leeds and Liverpool Canal at Rodley for chip timed races on a flat towpath, with distances from 5K to Ultra. Finishers get a medal and post race treats in a fun, friendly atmosphere.

Enjoy a traffic free, gently downhill 13 mile route along the scenic Tissington Trail from Parsley Hay to Ashbourne. Run on one or both days of this September weekend event with bespoke medals, free photos and prizes.

Classic fell race in Kettlewell, Yorkshire Dales: 4 mile route with 475 m climb over rugged upland terrain. Open to 16+ with pre entry or entry on the day, teams welcome and free parking for entrants.

Take on the scenic Bollington 3 Peaks fell race in the Peak District on Sat 19 Sep 2026, a 9 km course with 370 m climb. Pre entry only, entry includes food and a pint from Bolly Brewery.