Trail Running calendar near Waterfoot 2025-2026

Celebrate the season at Sherwood Pines on 14 December 2025 with duathlons, new 5km and 10km trail runs and a family mile. Canicross friendly routes, relay options and festive medals with mince pies and drinks make it fun for all.

BigXmas Trail Festival at Sale Water Park offers 11 km, half marathon and marathon trail routes along the River Mersey. Chip timed, the festive finish features mince pies, mulled wine and the choice of a medal or a tree planted.

Run the PECO Cross Country League at scenic Pontefract Park on an undulating two lap course of about 4.5 to 5 miles. Club rivalry and a lively winter race atmosphere make this a must for cross country runners.

Explore Coatham Woods near Eaglescliffe in CLOK's regional orienteering event at Birk Brow and Skelton Warren on Sunday 14 Dec. Routes from beginner white to challenging brown suit all abilities, dogs welcome and limited entries on the day.

Challenge yourself in Silent Night, a night fell race to Chapelfell Top above St John’s Chapel. The 6.6 km out and back gains 370 m on rough pathless terrain and demands navigation skills, strict kit and prior fell experience.

The Moel Famau Festive 'Piece of String' Race is a unique running event held on the last Saturday before Christmas at Bwlch Penbarras. Participants can expect a surprise distance and route, ranging between 6 and 12 kilometers, which will be..

Test yourself on the NAV4 Tour de Helvellyn, a challenging 38 mile circuit from Askham around Helvellyn on the edge of the Lake District. Unmarked terrain and about 2000 m of climb demand fell running experience and sharp navigation, and th..

Test your winter grit at the Beyond the Lune Skyline Winter Ultra: a 65 km loop from Kirkby Lonsdale with about 2000 m ascent across seven summits and rugged terrain. Hot feed stations and a finishers drink await.

Join the PieAthlon for a fun 6 km trail run around Longwood with pie tasting at three stations and plenty of mud, mischief and the notorious bog of doom. Fancy dress is encouraged, every finisher gets a medal and prizes await top runners an..

Join Beyond the Lune Winter Editions for festive trail runs from The Royal Barn in Kirkby Lonsdale, with 5 km, 10 km and 20 km routes over rivers, footpaths and fells. Hot drinks, treats and a finisher beer add extra festive cheer.

Join the festive Calverley Chaos, a 12 km undulating trail on the Calverley Millennium Way starting and finishing at The Railway Inn. Limited to 100 runners, this single lap route mixes footpaths and canal towpath for a scenic challenge.

Join the Cragg Vale Christmas Score Event on 20 December 2025 at Cragg Vale Church for a fun 90 minute orienteering challenge. Visit controls to collect points, enjoy a bacon or vegan bap, and support Cragg Church refurbishments.

Rumble In The Jumble II is a six hour challenge on 20 December in Skellingthorpe offering 5k to ultra options for every runner. Flat tarmac laps with refreshments, support and medals to celebrate your finish.

Join this festive fell race at Penistone Hill Country Park on 21 December 2025. The 8 km hilly course climbs to the Standing Stone then returns to a cricket pitch finish where every finisher gets a Santa hat and treats. Chip timed event.

Join the Santa Dash on 21 December for a festive 4 mile trail run around Horwich, Bolton, with medals for finishers and prizes for best fancy dress. Dress up, enjoy spot prizes and festive fun for all abilities.

Take on Orrest Sun Up in Windermere on Sun 21 Dec 2025, a bracing one mile climb to Orrest Head with stunning Lake District views. Entry on the day from The Phoenix Centre is £5 with donations supporting local community charities.

Take on the Chevin Chase on Boxing Day: a challenging, hilly mixed terrain 7 mile circuit around Otley Chevin. Now in its 46th year, this festive race raises funds for local charities.

Celebrate Boxing Day with the Whinberry Naze fell race in Rawtenstall, a punchy 4 mile course with 229 m climb across Pennine fells. Enter on the day for a festive atmosphere, fancy dress prizes and a friendly post race vibe.

Join the Chester Round the Walls Race on Friday 26 December at Chester Racecourse for a festive 6 km run along the riverside and around the iconic city walls. Competitive prizes and a commemorative finisher item await runners aged 16 and ov..

Join the Wansfell fell race in Ambleside on 27 December for a short but steep 4 km challenge climbing 405 m with sweeping Lake District views. Pre entry only, with a lively village atmosphere and great post race buzz.