Trail Running calendar near Whaley Bridge 2025-2026

Moors the Merrier 21 is a festive 21 mile circular run around the moors of Hebden Bridge with challenging climbs and stunning winter views. Fully supported and featuring Santa hats and a bran tub tradition, entries are limited and a waiting..

Take on Valhalla Winter Run 2025, a festive six hour timed trail at the University of York with 2.2 mile undulating laps so you can stop after any lap or carry on. Enjoy a bespoke medal, goody bag, cake and mulled wine.

Join the Punk Panther Christmas Cracker in Otley on 13 December for a festive mystery course with 12, 19 and 32 mile options. Checkpoints, trackers and a strict kit list keep the small field safe while final route details are emailed.

Join the 20th Regular Irregular on 13 Dec 2025 for a scenic walk or run around Holmfirth from Brockholes Village Hall. Pick up to three loops of 11.6, 7.2 or 4.2 miles over moorland and town, with snacks and a finish meal.

Join round 4 of the North Staffs Cross Country League at Keele on 13 December 2025 for a classic cross country test across traditional terrain. Team and individual races across all ages make it a great day for clubs and runners of every lev..

Tackle scenic, muddy trails at the Mortimer Forest Trail Race on 14 December 2025, with 10 mile and 4 mile routes climbing High Vinnalls for wide views across the Welsh Marches. Marshalled and organised by Ludlow Runners.

Event details The PECO XC League Race 2 is a cross country race held at Pontefract Park, Pontefract, West Yorkshire on 14 December 2025. The course is about 4.5-5.0 miles, run over two laps, with an undulating profile. The event is not suit..

Celebrate the season with duathlons and trail runs through atmospheric Sherwood Pines on 14 December 2025. Races range from a family mile to full duathlon, with medals, festive treats and dog friendly 5 km and 10 km options.

The BigXmas Trail Festival is an annual trail running event held at Sale Water Park in Greater Manchester, blending urban and rural landscapes. Now in its fourth year, it offers three race distances: 11km, half marathon, and marathon. The c..

Tackle mud, hills and panoramic views at the Mortimer Forest Trail Race with a rugged 10 mile route or a shorter 4 mile option. The full course includes the Big Dippers, a climb to High Vinnalls and a downhill finish over the Welsh Marches.

Beyond the Lune Winter Editions on 20 December at The Royal Barn near Kirkby Lonsdale offers 5 km, 10 km and 20 km trail routes through the Lune Valley and around Devils Bridge. Enjoy festive treats, finishers beer and great views.

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..

Take on the winter challenge of the Beyond the Lune Skyline Winter Ultra, a 65 km loop around Kirkby Lonsdale on 20 December 2025 with 2000 m of ascent. Self guided route over seven summits with hot feeds, finish food and prizes.

Take on NAV4 Tour de Helvellyn, a winter mountain ultra of about 38 miles with roughly 2000 m of ascent across unmarked Lakeland terrain. Limited to experienced runners, this low support event demands solid navigation and winter kit.

Join PieAthlon 2025, a fun 6 km trail around Longwood starting and finishing at The Dusty Miller in Huddersfield, with three pie tasting stations along the route. Fancy dress is encouraged and medals and prizes add to the festive fun.

Join the festive Gaddesby Gallop on 20 December 2025 for a spirited village run and a warm post race gathering at Gaddesby village hall. Entries are online only and race numbers are collected at the hall on race day. Dogs are not permitted.

Join Wharfedale Harriers for The Stoop, a festive pre Christmas fell race at Penistone Hill Country Park near Haworth on 21 December 2025. Tackle a punchy 8 km moorland route with big climbs, chip timing and a Santa hat plus Curly Wurly for..

Event details The Chevin Chase is a hilly, multi-terrain race that starts and finishes in Guiseley and follows a scenic 7 mile circuit of Otley Chevin. The event takes place on Boxing Day (26 December 2025) and is in its 46th year. The orga..

Take on a scenic 10k through the historic Rauceby Estate on 27 December 2025, winding past Rauceby Hall and parkland. Enjoy a festive post Christmas challenge on a family owned country estate with wide paths and countryside views.

Wormstones Fell Race takes place in Glossop, with the start and finish at The Beehive on Hague Street (SK13 8NR). The page positions the event as a fell race with a route that leads "to the top," though distance details aren’t listed. The r..