Trail Running calendar near Whaley Bridge 2025-2026

Join a challenging 5.3 km fell race in the South West Pennines from Whitworth Scout Hut on Wed 17 Jun 2026, with 360 m of climb. Entry on the day is £5 and all finishers get a beer, with prizes for the first three men and first three ladies..

Take on scenic trails at Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve with 5k or 10k options on 18 June 2026. Finishers get a jumble medal, hot food, a beer or soft drink and free parking at a friendly, highly rated event from Its Grim Up North Running.

Join Ogden Midsummer Madness, a classic fell race around Ogden Water that packs 300 m of climbing into a brisk 5 km loop. Entry is on the day only, making this a lively local test of grit and speed.

Tackle Beamsley Beacon on 18 June 2026 in Addingham, York Dales, an 8.8 km fell race with 335 m of climb, steep ascents and rewarding views. Entry is on the day for £5 with registration at St Peter's Church, teams welcome, minimum age 16.

Tackle a scenic 7.3 km Peak District fell race with about 190 m of climb, sharp uphills, riverside running and a dramatic tunnel finish at Millers Dale. Pre entry only with chip timing makes this a fast, well organised challenge.

Two Roses Ultra lets you tackle two distinct 50 km loops across the Pennines or combine them for a figure of eight 100 km challenge. Rugged moorland, reservoir views, checkpoints with hot food, GPS timing and a bespoke finisher medal.

Tackle a scenic trail half in the Yorkshire Dales with three steep climbs, riverside paths and moorland descents. Organised by Due North, the waymarked course includes drink stations and a hearty post race meal and beer.

Enjoy scenic canal side routes and a relaxed welcoming vibe at the Yorkshire Weekend Saunter in Kirkstall. Choose 5K, 10K or half marathon with flexible entry and celebrate with a jumble medal, hot food and a beer or soft drink.

Join the James Blakeley Fell Race on Sat 20 Jun 2026 in Holmfirth for a thrilling 5 km Peak District challenge with 180 m climb. Entry on the day is free though site admission applies, teams of three welcome, minimum age 14.

Join the Darren Jones Clougha Pike fell race in Bowland, NW Lancs, a testing 4.9 mile route with about 400 m of climb and classic fell views. Pre entry only, with junior races and team scoring for a lively day out.

Take on the Fountains 10K in picturesque Grantley near Ripon, North Yorkshire, a single loop through Nidderdale's quiet lanes, trails and moorland. Enjoy undulating terrain, a lively village finish with music and a warm welcoming vibe.

Take on a scenic 10k around the Lake Vyrnwy estate, tackling varied trail surfaces with stunning lake views and rolling climbs. Friendly race day vibe, finisher medal and post race treats make this an ideal early summer challenge.

Enjoy a scenic 10k around the private Lake Vyrnwy estate in Llanwddyn on Sunday 21 June 2026, with mixed trails, lakeside views and challenging climbs. Finishers get a medal and post race goodies.

Hawkswick Dash on Sunday 21 June 2026 in the Yorkshire Dales is a short, scenic fell race that climbs to a skyline ridge then drops back to the field in a thrilling finish. Entry on the day only with low fees and junior races.

Enjoy a scenic trail run around Harewood House estate with lakeside views, woodlands and routes past the sets of Emmerdale. Choose 12.7km or 21.7km with chip timing, marshals and a finisher medal at a friendly low waste event.

Take on the Settle Hills Race on Sun 21 Jun 2026, an 11.3 km fell loop with 500 m climb and superb views to Pen Y Ghent. Starts in Settle Market Place with pre entry or entry on the day, marshals and finish refreshments.

Tackle the Trunce 5, a lively fell race in the Peak District around Oxspring offering a hilly 6.2 km route with about 190 m of climb. On the day entries are welcome and juniors over 10 can take part in a 3 km race as part of an eight race s..

Tackle Aggie's Staircase, a scenic 4 mile fell race around Darwen with three tough climbs including Jubilee Tower and Jacobs Mound. Expect moorland views, rocky descents and a classic fell race atmosphere organised by Darwen Dashers.

A scenic 10K trail through Lyme Park with challenging climbs, woodland views and a fully marked, chip timed course. Finishers get a medal and snacks while £2 from every entry supports the National Trust.

Tackle the Bridestone Fell Race in Todmorden for a punchy 7.5 km with 375 m of climb across the South West Pennines. Pre and day entries accepted; race HQ at the Hare and Hounds makes for a classic fell running finish.