Trail Running calendar near Whinlatter 2026-2027

A short fell race in Haworth on 7 April 2026 covering 4.8 km with about 100 m of climb; finishers receive a Cadbury's Creme Egg and prizes are Easter eggs. Entry is possible on the day or by pre-entry for the series.

An early season evening fell race from Rothay Park to Loughrigg summit and back, 6.4 km with 330 m ascent over a flagged out and back route. The event is full and new entries are placed on a waiting list.

Trail races from Stanhope showground through the North Pennines AONB offering a 10k and a half marathon with feed stations, waymarked routes and eco friendly race practices.

A 46 mile supported mountain race in Galloway with three manned food checkpoints and over 4000 metres of climb, open to Solo runners and teams of 2 to 4, using a pre-selection entry process and a 24 hour overall cutoff.

A circular 32 km fell race through the Galloway mountains featuring 1850 m of ascent. Experience the summits of Merrick and Curleywee on this supported mountain route organized by Galloway Mountain Rescue.

A 26 miles anti-clockwise walk and run around the North Pennines from Allendale, organised to raise funds for North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team. The event uses electronic chip timing and includes a T-shirt and pin badge.

A trail race from Studley Roger near Ripon that follows the Ripon Rowel and visits Fountains Abbey, Studley Water Gardens and the Valley of the Seven Bridges. Distances offered are 14.2, 23 and 35.1 miles with checkpoint support and finishe..

Experience the landscape of the Lake District with trail races of 23 km and 53 km starting from Keswick. These chip timed events include themed medals and routes passing Derwent Water and Scafell Pike.

Test your endurance at West Benridge Farm in this official Backyard Ultra event. Complete a 6.7 km loop every hour on a flat trail course until only one runner remains standing.

The Jeffrey's Mount Figure of Eight on Sat 11 Apr 2026 in the Lake District is a classic 7.8 km fell race with 530 m of climb that rewards stamina and navigation. On the day entry is £8 and proceeds support Macmillan Cancer Support.

Trail races in Hawkshead on 11th April 2026 with marked 10k and 16k routes, panoramic Lake District views and the mile-long Coffin Trail climb. Event HQ is at Hawkshead Recreation Ground with marshals, water stations and an event village.

Trail races in the Howgill Fells around Sedbergh on 12 April 2026 offering 10 km, 13.1 miles and 26.2 miles. Entries include electronic timing and a bespoke finisher medal.

A scenic about 23 mile route from Ambleside Parish Centre with 4400 ft of ascent via Loughrigg Tarn, Coniston and Tarn Hows. Runners and walkers welcome; navigational skills and mandatory kit are required.

A 7 hour time challenge on signed river trail loops in Durham offering distances from 3 km up to 50 km and ultra options. The event adds a charity surcharge and offers matched pin donations to support local dog rehoming centres.

A popular 10-mile trail run through the scenic Lancashire countryside near Rivington Village. This chip-timed spring event offers a varied route of woodlands and open moors, a finisher's medal, and prizes. It regularly sells out due to its..

A short fell race in Haworth with a 4.8 km route and 100 m climb, based at the Sun Inn. Entry on the day is available and finishers receive a Cadbury's Creme Egg.

Take on the Ossy Moors Fell Race in Oswaldtwistle on Wednesday 15 April 2026. This lively 5 mile fell course with about 300 m of climb weaves Bowland trails and offers on the day entry for a friendly competitive vibe.

Tackle the Grisedale Grind, a steep 4 km Lake District fell race with a testing 480 m ascent that rewards gutsy climbs. Entry on the day for £7 cash, juniors welcome at Revelin Moss opposite Whinlatter Visitor Centre.

A 137 km trail challenge on the Pennine Bridleway with a 50 hour cut-off, indoor checkpoints, bunkroom accommodation and GPX navigation support. Entry is limited to 20 participants and total ascent is 3275 m.

A trail 5k around Clowbridge Reservoir near Burnley, run as two anticlockwise laps from Rossendale Valley Sailing Club. Part of a three-race spring series on 16, 23 and 30 April 2026, open to ages 11 and over.