Trail Running calendar near Washington 2026-2027

A midweek fell race on Howgills terrain, the senior course is about 13 km with 914 m ascent, run to FRA AM rules with mandatory kit and safety cut-offs; proceeds support local community groups and mountain rescue.

A 7.5 km fell race from Stonethwaite to Dock Tarn and back with 430 m of climb, marshalled sections and a flagged SSSI stretch. Entries are on the day with an £8 fee and FRA kit is advised.

Trail races at Forcett Hall on a historic estate, offering 5 km, 10 km (two laps) and a 5 km walk over pasture, tracks and woodland; trail shoes recommended and places are limited to 200 entrants.

On 18 June 2026 the Beamsley Beacon race covers 5.5 miles with about 1100 ft of climb, starting at St Peters Church Hall in Addingham and reaching the stone cairn at the Beacon. Entry is £5 and parking next to the hall is limited.

Trail challenges from Scarborough along the Cleveland Way and coast to Whitby plus inland moorland routes. Distances include 100 km, 50 km, 25 km and a Whitby 10 mile option with covered rest stops, medical teams and camping.

An all night trail run across the North York Moors, the Lamplighter 40 follows a circular route from Goathland Village Hall from sunset to sunrise. Trackers, GPX and checkpoint refreshments are provided and entries are limited to 40.

Take on the Buckden Pike fell race in the Yorkshire Dales, a steep 6 km route with about 486 m of climb that starts and finishes at Buckden Village Green. Entry on the day is £7 as part of the village gala; parking is limited so use the des..

A trail half marathon in the Yorkshire Dales with about 900 m ascent and three steep climbs, offering Wharfedale valley views. Partially way marked, with drinks stations, post race food, prizes and free parking; minimum age 17.

An inflatable obstacle fun run at Harewood House on 20 June 2026 with lap options from 2.5 km to 15 km, 15 to 90 obstacles, music zones, on course water, medals and family friendly provisions.

A weekend running event at the Leeds/Liverpool Canal in Kirkstall offering 5 km, 10 km and half marathon options on 20 June 2026. Finishers receive a jumble medal, hot food and a choice of beer or soft drink.

A 5-mile out-and-back fell race to the 413 m summit of Clougha Pike near Quernmore on 20 June 2026, featuring rocky upper slopes and marshy, twisty descents. Kit and access restrictions apply, and a fell-gate cutoff will be used.

Two trail routes of 10 km and 20 km start from The Barn in Kirkby Lonsdale. The event includes a start pastry and coffee, GPX route files, partial signage with marshalls and a finisher beer plus a seasonal Barny Box.

A 65 km loop from The Barn in Kirkby Lonsdale with 2000 m ascent, mainly on footpaths and bridleways, self-navigation, two checkpoints and mandatory safety kit. Includes a GPX file, start coffee and pastry and a finisher beer and pizza.

A 7.2 km hill race with 510 m of ascent across the three Eildon Hills, starting and finishing at Gibson Park, Melrose on 20 June 2026. Online entry only with early bird and standard prices and cash prizes for age category winners.

The Shadwell 10k will take place in Shadwell on Saturday 20 June 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.

A 10 km trail race on Arncliffe Moor with a long climb, around 3 km on the moor and a downhill finish toward Kilnsey Crag, held from a car park field at Hawkswick Cote with drinks stations, post-race food and free parking.

A night trail of about 20 miles across the North York Moors, running from sunset to sunrise on a circular route from Goathland Village Hall. Entrants receive trackers and route files; all finishers receive a Lamplighter medal.

Traverse the scenic Cleveland Hills in this 77.3 km ultra marathon from Ingleby Cross to Robin Hood Bay. Runners have 15 hours to complete the course featuring over 1700 meters of ascent through North Yorkshire.

Gowbarrow Round is a 7.6 km fell race in the Lake District on Sat 20 Jun 2026. Entry is on the day only with a £5 fee and a minimum age of 16. The event is based at The Royal Hotel, Dockray, and carries FRA permit insurance.

A seven hour timed trail event along the River Wear in Durham with fully signed laps and multiple distance options. Finishers from 3 km receive a themed medal and there are aid tables, goody bags and distance pins.