Trail Running calendar near Whinlatter 2026-2027

A classic Yorkshire Dales fell race on 25 April 2026 covering about 39 km with roughly 1,600 m of ascent. Options include the individual main race and a three‑leg team relay for six runners.

A high level point to point traverse of 30+ miles across rugged Yorkshire Dales moorland, climbing over 4,200 feet from Redshaw to Threshfield. Organised by Keighley Scout Service Network, it includes live tracking and serviced checkpoints.

A trail run at RAF Spadeadam on 25 April 2026 featuring the Blue Streak launch platforms and military sites, with 14 mile and 11 km options. Profits support the RAF Benevolent Fund and finishers receive a medal.

Tackle the classic Eskdale Elevation fell race in the Lake District, a testing 20.2 km route with 1455 m of climb across dramatic fells. Enter on the day for £10 with proceeds going to charity.

A series of marked and marshalled trail races organised by Trail Outlaws, offering distances from 5K to a half marathon. A season ticket is available that provides a discount and a presentation evening later in the year.

A hilly half marathon through Hamsterley Forest on 26 April 2026 with chip timing, water stations and mile markers. Entry fees start at £24, entries are limited to 500 and close on 20 April 2026.

Join the Bunny Run Relay in the South West Pennines for a playful team race of three, each running a short hilly leg. On the day entries only, eggs serve as batons and every finisher gets a Cadbury creme egg.

A 7 km beginners fell race on Cockfield Fell organised by Durham Fell Runners. Two 3.5 km laps with the first lap run as a group to show the route, no map or prior experience required.

Orchan Rocks is a classic fell race in the South West Pennines on Tue 28 Apr 2026, starting at the Staff of Life pub in Todmorden. Tackle a punchy 5.4 km course with 280 m climb, open to runners aged 14 and over with pre entry or day entry.

A midweek fell race in Wray on 28 April 2026 covering 11 km with 335 m climb. Entry is on the day only with a £5 fee and teams of three are permitted.

Evening trail runs at Gibside National Trust on 29 April 2026. Choose 5 km or 10 km routes through woodland and historic landscape; one controlled dog per runner is allowed and results are chip timed.

Fo(e) Edge is a compact fell race in the South West Pennines on Wed 29 Apr 2026, sending runners over 4.1 miles with 300 m of climb from Cowpe Village Hall. Entry on the day is £5 and teams are welcome for a spirited midweek test of hill le..

Tackle the Lords Seat Fell race at Whinlatter Visitor Centre, an 8 km route with 430 m of climb across scenic, rugged fells. Entry on the day only £7 cash, with junior races and a start from the visitor centre car park.

A trail 5k around Clowbridge Reservoir near the Pennine Bridleway, run as two anti clockwise laps from Rossendale Valley Sailing Club. Third race of a three week spring series with prizes and funds donated to local causes.

A 50 mile trail ultra in the Yorkshire Dales around Malham with 2593 m of ascent and five staffed checkpoints. It follows the Pennine Way and Yorkshire 3 Peaks routes and requires prior marathon experience and mandatory kit.

A 14 km Lake District fell race with 1,065 m of ascent and summit checkpoints on Wetherlam, Swirl How and the Old Man of Coniston. Pre-entry only, minimum age 18 and an entry limit of 300; proceeds support Coniston Mountain Rescue Team.

Trail running in Staveley with 5k, 10k and 21k marked routes across varied Lakeland terrain, feed and water stations, medical cover and a lively start and finish village with live music and race commentary.

A club-organised fell race featuring a senior Category BS course of about 6 miles with 1109 ft climb, plus a set of junior races for ages 6 to under 17. The event is registered with the Fell Runners' Association and forms part of a local Gr..

Run a 10 km urban trail race through Carlisle's mix of roads and established tracks. The event starts and finishes at The Sands Centre with a participant cap of 300 runners. Prizes are awarded for overall and age group winners.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell race from Dockray to Hartside on Wed 6 May 2026, covering 10 km with a stiff 800 m of climb. Entry on the day is £5 with parking at the quarry car park. Expect a tough scenic course and friendly vibes.