Trail Running calendar near Whaley Bridge 2026-2027

A single-lap, chip-timed trail race of about 7 miles through Adel Woods, Scotland Woods and Meanwood Park near Leeds. Organised by Valley Striders AC with prize categories for overall and masters age groups and limited entries.

Take on the Trunce 8, a classic Peak District fell race starting and finishing at Oxspring Playing Field. The 6.2 km route climbs 190 m and entry is on the day for £3, with a junior 3 km race for over 10s at £1.

Take on the Fellrunner Golf Ball in Rossendale for a gritty 8.8 km fell race with 244 m of climbing across classic Bowland terrain. Teams are welcome and post race food and drink ensure a warm community finish.

Take on the classic Holcombe Two Towers fell race on Wednesday 26 August 2026 in the South West Pennines, a challenging 4 mile course with 400 m of climb through rugged moorland. Expect steep trails, great views and a lively community atmos..

A pop up evening running event in Kirkstall, Leeds offering 5k and 10k routes along canal-side paths. Entry is available on the night or online and runners receive a jumble medal plus food and drink options.

A trail running event based in Skipton with routes using the Pennine Way and Dales Way, offering 13, 20, 34 and 50 mile options. The event includes staffed checkpoints, required safety kit, trackers for ultras and postrace food and T shirts..

A 130 mile continuous canal towpath race from Liverpool to Leeds on 29 August 2026. Open to runners aged 20 and over, it offers organiser support or self support, feed points every 10 to 15 miles and a 40 hour limit.

Tackle a classic Pennines fell race in Pendleton on 29 August 2026. The 8 km course packs 457 m of ascent across rough terrain, with on the day entries and homemade cakes and a cosy village pub to reward you.

The Dales Dazzler will take place in Skipton on Saturday 29 August 2026.

Experience a fast and flat run at Nottingham Racecourse and Colwick Country Park. Choose between several distances including a half marathon and 10k while enjoying scenic lakeside paths and an active event village.

Hebden Sports is a classic BOFRA fell race on August Bank Holiday Monday. Juniors and seniors tackle a steep, technical course starting from the show field. The event includes several age group races and takes place in the Yorkshire Dales.

A 10 km fell race around Eyam featuring climbs to Sir William Hill, moorland sections and wooded descents. A separate 3 km junior race for ages 11 to 16 runs on the day with on-the-day entry and marshalled route.

The Muker Show Fell Race takes place on 2nd September 2026, featuring a 1.4-mile route with 550 feet of climb over river, edge, and fields. It's a BOFRA Senior Championship counter for runners in Under 12 to Senior age categories.

An evening fell race on 3 September 2026 covering 8 km with 360 m ascent across Brown Wardle, Middle Hill and Hades Hill. Mandatory FRA kit applies and runners must reach the top of Brown Wardle within 24 minutes.

A trail 5k around Clowbridge Reservoir on a two lap anti-clockwise route off the Pennine Bridleway. Open to ages 11 and over, it is the first race in a three-week autumn series with prizes and local fundraising.

Test your endurance at a looped off road running event featuring 6, 12, and 24 hour challenges. Enjoy a community atmosphere with on site camping and options for solo runners or relay teams on a flat farm based course.

Challenge yourself on the Great Longstone Chase, a classic fell race in the Peak District with 4.8 miles of rugged trail and 290 m of climb. Limited to 200 pre entered runners, the event also offers junior races and post race refreshments.

A *10 km* trail race from Malham Show Field that passes Malham Cove and Malham Tarn, with a climb to Weets Top and a long descent. Drinks stations, a post-race meal, prizes and free car parking are provided.

A charity trail running festival centred at Colne Valley High School, Huddersfield, offering 50mi, 50km, 27km, 10km and a junior 1.4km run with waymarked circular routes, mandatory kit and staffed feed stations.

Two linked fell races from Hayfield in the Peak District offer a 24.5 km, 1270 m ascent or a 15.5 km, 650 m option, both requiring navigation and mountain experience. Entries open pre and on the day, 200 places; full kit and map compulsory.