Trail Running calendar near Whinlatter 2025-2026

Take on the Carrock Fell Race in the Lake District on 8 March 2026, 9 km with 500 m climb over rugged terrain. Unmarked route demands map and compass skills and entry is on the day for a spur of the moment fell challenge.

Run 51 km across gritstone moors around Haworth, Todmorden and Hebden Bridge with 1340 m climb in this classic off road ultra. Remote navigation is required as GPS devices are not allowed and live trackers plus feed stations are provided.

Enjoy stunning Lakeland scenery while tackling the classic Causey Pike fell race, 4.5 miles with 543 m of climb over rough terrain. Pre entry via SiEntries is required, full FRA kit is mandatory and minimum age is 16.

Join the Trotters 5 Mile Community Trail Run at Smithills Sports Centre in Bolton on 15 March 2026 for a friendly, chip timed five mile off road challenge. Entry limited to 300 runners so grab your spot and enjoy a community atmosphere.

Test yourself on Sun 15 Mar 2026 in the Lake District with a 15 km fell race from Muncaster Castle featuring 620 m of climb over rough, sometimes navigational terrain. Entry is cash only on the day, £5, teams welcome.

The Mount Karrin will take place in Sulby on Sunday 15 March 2026. You can run 14 kilometers.

Take on a scenic 8 km trail with about 400 m of climb around Bulbys Wood, Ingram on Sun 15 Mar 2026. Entry is on the day only, £5, for runners aged 16 or over seeking a tough, rewarding hill challenge.

Join Smithy's Charity Trail Run on 21 March 2026 for a lively 5 mile trail through Rainy's Deakins Park in Egerton. Enjoy scenic trails, friendly competition and great causes in a community event by Mad Bull Events.

Jarrett's Jaunt is a Lake District fell race from Wath Brow Bridge, with rugged trails, steep climbs and great views. About 9 km with 440 m ascent, the handicap format gives a fun competitive test and pre entry is required.

On 21 March 2026 the Beater Clough Fell Race offers a challenging 10.9 km route in the South West Pennines with 610 m of steep, rough climbs and descents. Enter early or on the day and test your fell legs on this scenic, unrelenting course.

Tackle the Pendulum on 22 March 2026 in Langleeford, an 11 mile trail up Hedgehope Hill and The Cheviot with 3,689 ft of climb. Timed and marshalled with a halfway water stop and finisher medal, this is a scenic but testing spring fell run.

Run a scenic 20 kilometre trail around Buttermere and Crummock Water, with undulating lakeshore, woodland and technical sections on the western shore. Fully waymarked and ideal for trail runners seeking fresh fell scenery.

Tackle the Heptonstall Fell Race in West Yorkshire in March 2026, a tough 15.4 mile course with 966 m of ascent over moorland, bog and wooded valleys. Navigation skills and kit are essential and pre entry via SiEntries is required.

Take on the Pendle Mountain Rescue Dark Dash, a 9.2 km night fell run with 350 m climb around Barley in the Pennines. Run exposed terrain with a good head torch and map and help raise funds for Rossendale and Pendle Mountain Rescue.

Take on the Northern Traverse 2026, a 300 km self supported ultra along Wainwright's Coast to Coast from St Bees to Robin Hood's Bay. Experience mountains, moors and 6500 m of climbing across three National Parks, 28 March to 1 April 2026.

Take on the Lakes Traverse 100 km ultra across the Lake District, from St Bees to Shap, following Wainwright's Coast to Coast. Experience wild valleys, high passes and coastal views on 28 to 29 March 2026; entries open 9 April 2025.

Soak up Lake District views at the Grasmere Wild Trail Runs on 28 March 2026, with 5 km and 10 km routes around Grasmere and Rydal. Canicross friendly, chip timed with medals, merch and post race refreshments.

Tackle the Fremington Frenzy on 28 March 2026 in Reeth for a challenging 11 km trail through dramatic North Yorkshire moorland, steep climbs and technical descents. Limited to 100 runners, with post race cakes and warm drinks.

Join the Daffodil Run & Walk on Saturday 28 March 2026, a scenic 13 mile out and back from Pooley Bridge to Hallin Fell. Suitable for walkers and runners, the route is signposted with drink stations and refreshments in Pooley Village Hall.

DalesRunner 20 is a spring trail around Reeth in the Yorkshire Dales, a very hilly 20 km with a fierce opening climb, ridge running and technical descents. Small field and post race cakes and drinks add a friendly, rewarding finish.