Trail Running calendar near Wakefield 2025-2026

Join the 50th Bullock Smithy Hike in Hazel Grove on 5 to 6 September 2026. This classic circular 56 miles challenge welcomes hikers and ultra runners for a scenic, rewarding weekend.

Take on a scenic half marathon in Malham on 5 September 2026, part of the Due North Trail Trilogy, with views of Malham Cove, a climb to Weets Top and a long descent. Finish at Malham Show Field with post race food and a finisher beer.

Enjoy the Longshaw Sheepdog Trials Fell Race, 5 September 2026, in the Peak District. A challenging 7.1 km route across the Longshaw estate with steep climbs and fast descents. Limited places and free sheepdog trials entry for runners.

The Hartley Hare Sundowner will take place in Wheaton Aston on Saturday 5 September 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.

Join the classic Burnsall Fell Race in the Yorkshire Dales for a short but fierce hill test, with a steep climb to a cairn and a thrilling edge descent. Entry on the day for seniors is £5.

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.

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..

Run around Lake Windermere in this scenic 47 mile trail ultra with a 24 hour limit, fully way marked and supported by five well stocked aid stations. Finishers receive a locally sourced meal and medal, and entries are currently full.

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.

Join SilverBack Trails Lilla’s Revenge on 13 September 2026 for a scenic 10 mile trail run in the North York Moors. Limited to 50 runners, the route follows the Lykewake Walk with moorland climbs, coastal views and a bespoke finisher medal.

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.