Trail Running calendar near Whinlatter 2026-2027

Spring in Lakeland is a scenic 23 mile route from Ambleside with big climbs and memorable tarn views at Coniston and Tarn Hows. Runners and walkers welcome on 12 April 2026; the event is currently full with a waiting list.

Run along the River Wear with iconic Cathedral views at the Dashing Dog Charity Run in Durham. Pick any distance from 3 km to ultra in a seven hour time challenge, collect a dog themed medal and help local dog rehoming charities.

Take on a 7 hour timed trail along the River Wear near Durham, flat signed footpaths with cathedral views. Choose your distance from short loops to ultramarathons, walkers welcome and proceeds support local dog rehoming charities.

Run the scenic Rivington 10m Trail Challenge on 12 April 2026, a chip timed 10 mile route through Rivington Village and Wheelton plantation. Popular and often sold out, the race offers bespoke finisher medals and prizes across age groups.

Join the Bunny Run 2 in Haworth on Tue 14 Apr for a lively 3 mile course with 100 m climb across the South West Pennines. Teams welcome, minimum age 12, finishers get a Cadbury Creme Egg and Easter egg prizes with chip butties and pub hospi..

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.

Take on the Ranger Ultras 137 km trail across the Pennine Bridleway from Yorkshire moors to Cumbria, with dramatic scenery and a 50 hour cutoff. Limited to 20 places with checkpoint support, hot meals and multiday facilities.

Enjoy a scenic 12 km trail in the Yorkshire Dales as part of the Due North series on 18 April 2026. The Burnsall start and finish offers marshalled country routes, post race food and a beer and prizes for age groups.

The Burnsall Trail Half will take place in Burnsall on Saturday 18 April 2026. You can run 21 kilometers.

Tackle a scenic 12K trail challenge around Burnsall Village on the opening leg of the Due North series. Enjoy a fully waymarked riverside and countryside route with generous post race rewards and a lively village atmosphere at the finish.

Tackle the NAV4 Lakes Mountain 40 on 18 April 2026, a tough Lake District mountain challenge with a 40 mile route and 27 mile option covering iconic summits like Helvellyn. Limited to 100 starters for an intimate high country experience.

Take on the Teenager With Altitude fell race in the Lake District, a testing 24.7 km route from Newlands Adventure Centre with about 2300 m of climb across classic Lakeland terrain. Pre entry only, adults 18 and over, teams welcome with pri..

Tackle the stunning slopes of the Newlands Memorial Race in the Lake District, 18.5 km with 1100 m of climb from Newlands Adventure Centre. Pre entry only for adults 18 and over, and a popular counter in the Lakes Grand Prix.

Discover Trail Blazer Dam Busters at Blackton Grange Estate for a fresh trail running challenge through moors, dams and rugged Pennine trails. Choose a 10K or half marathon and enjoy scenic, remote countryside near Barnard Castle.

Join a scenic 10 km fell race in the Lake District at Witherslack, featuring 340 m of climb on a fully flagged route. No pre entry needed; sign up on the day at Dean Barwick Primary School and enjoy post run refreshments.

Tackle the Red Squirrel 10K across Ainsdale Sand Dunes for a scenic trail challenge through dunes, woods and wildlife, finishing with a climb to the highest peak. Organized by Southport Strollers, with proceeds supporting Southport Stronger..

Hop into spring at the Bunny Run 3 in Haworth on Tue 21 Apr, a punchy 3 mile trail with 100 m climb through South Pennines. Finishers get a Cadbury's Creme Egg and Easter egg prizes and can enjoy chip butties at the Sun Inn.

Run the Calderdale Way from Heptonstall across moorland, woodland and valleys with 30, 50 or 100 miles to choose from. Enjoy vegan friendly aid stations, GPS tracking, baggage drop and a finisher medal on this scenic off road ultra.

Beyond Newcastle invites trail and ultra runners to scenic riverside routes starting and finishing at Newcastle Quayside, with 25 km and 55 km options, waymarked course, feed stations and a finisher medal. Expect mixed surfaces, hills and c..