Trail Running calendar near Wakefield 2026-2027

Two trail races in the Amber Valley offering 31 miles and 20 miles over undulating countryside and woodland. The course is largely unmarked but route notes and GPX files are provided, with checkpoints supplying water and some food.

A self navigated *50k* route through the Yorkshire Dales from Grassington, passing Malham Tarn, Buckden Pike and sections of the Dales Way. Route GPX, aid stations and live tracking are provided and minimum age is 20.

Rip n Run XL in Wadsworth offers a 40 mile route with 5,800 ft elevation and an 80 mile double option with 28 hours to finish. Four checkpoints, indoor facilities at two stops, and hot food at HQ support runners.

Trail races at Loggerheads Country Park offering 6k, 12k (two laps) and a 6k canicross option. Courses are fully marked and marshalled, with no time limits and quieter trails outside the busiest park hours.

A relaxed weekend running event in Brighouse offering 5K, 10K and Half Marathon routes through scenic Yorkshire countryside, with finisher medals, hot food and flexible entry options.

A 31 mile trail through the Amber Valley with a 20 mile northern loop option. Undulating countryside, woodland trails and checkpoints, largely unmarked but with GPX and route notes provided.

A looped running event in Knaresborough on a 6.5-mile course with multiple distance options, feed stations every ~3 miles, a cup-less policy, and facilities near the start at the Beryl Burton Cycleway.

Join the Gormire Gamble on Sunday 18 October 2026 at Sutton Bank in the North York Moors. This 9.1 km fell race with 250 m of climbing offers sweeping views and a lively autumn challenge for seasoned runners.

An 8-hour timed challenge in Delamere Forest. Run as many 6 km mixed-terrain loops as you like. All participants receive a finishing time and medal.

Experience the beauty of the North York Moors with a 5k or 10k trail run starting from Danby Lodge. These marked and marshalled races offer a friendly atmosphere for runners of all ages.

A hilly, waymarked hike from Marple on 18 October 2026 with two route options (24 miles or 17 miles) and a 10 hour limit. Checkpoints offer drinks and snacks and all finishers receive a certificate.

Discover Warrington's historic transport networks on this circular half marathon. Enjoy a marshalled trail route along canals and rivers with chip timing and a finishers medal included.

Experience a 5.2 mile trail run with 115m of ascent starting from Fairway Primary School. This chip timed race supports the local school PTA and rewards every finisher with a bottle of beer.

Experience a fast and flat out and back race along a historic railway path. Enjoy scenic views of the Dee Estuary and Wales while completing this chip timed event on the Wirral Way gravel trails.

A trail ultramarathon along the Nidderdale Way in Yorkshire, passing Ripley Castle and Brimham Rocks. Four distances from 13 to 55 miles, trackers supplied and a minimum age of 18.

Experience the heritage of the North York Moors National Park with four trail distances along the Cleveland Way. Enjoy fully marked courses through moorland and grassland starting from the historic village of Ravenscar.

Weekend races on the traffic free Monsal Trail near Bakewell run through tunnels and over the Monsal viaduct. Options include a half marathon and a 10k on either Saturday or Sunday.

The Nidderdale Way Ultramarathon will take place in Pateley Bridge on Saturday 24 October 2026.

Run the Bronte Way fell race through the South/West Pennines, a scenic 12 km point to point with 351 m of climb. Pre entry only with limited bus support and a warming soup and roll at the finish make this a classic autumn challenge.

A blindfolded navigation challenge in Manchester where participants are driven to an unknown location and must find their own way back without maps or GPS. Options include 6 mile non locals only, 10 mile and 15 mile distances.