Trail Running calendar near Whinlatter 2025-2026

Run 100 km across the Lake District on Lakes Traverse 2026, a coast to coast ultramarathon from St Bees to Shap on 28 to 29 March 2026. Expect dramatic fells, lakeside trails and a tough, unforgettable experience for seasoned runners.

Run through the stunning Lake District at the Grasmere Wild Trail Runs on 28 March 2026, with scenic 5 km and 10 km routes past Grasmere and Rydal waters. Canicross friendly, every finisher gets a medal, Wild Deer merchandise and a snack.

Run the Northern Traverse 2026, a self supported multi day ultra along Wainwright's Coast to Coast from St Bees to Robin Hood's Bay. Cover about 300 km and 6,500 m of ascent across three national parks for an epic end of March challenge.

The Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge in Durham is a trail running event held at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club along the scenic River Wear, offering views of the Cathedral. Participants can run as many laps as they wish within seven hours, with..

Tackle the Moors Traverse, an 80 km ultra across the northern edge of the North York Moors finishing at Robin Hood's Bay. Expect rugged moorland, self sufficiency and staffed support points along a classic coast to coast route.

The Dales Traverse is a 55 km ultra along Wainwright's coast to coast from Kirkby Stephen to Richmond, climbing the Nine Standards through the Yorkshire Dales. Expect rugged scenery, navigation tests and a self sufficient adventurous vibe.

Explore Whinlatter Top on wide forest tracks in the Lakeland Paws Tour de Whinlatter, choosing a 9k or 12k off road route with rolling climbs. Dog friendly with harnesses to borrow and chip timed for a calm trail experience.

Explore the Ripon Rowel on the Punk Panther Ripon Stinger, a scenic trail run past Fountains Abbey, Studley Water and the Valley of the Seven Bridges. Pick 35, 20 or 13 mile routes with staffed checkpoints and a finisher medal.

RunThrough Lake District Trail Running Festival offers 53k and 23k routes around Derwent Water and classic fells for breathtaking lake and summit views. Enjoy live tracking for ultras, chip timed results, a themed medal and a hot meal.

Bruce's Crown Race is a rugged 46 mile team challenge across three Galloway hill ranges, testing navigation and endurance with stunning hilltop views. Teams of 2 to 4, camping included, raise funds for Galloway Mountain Rescue.

Tackle a 20 mile mountain loop across the Galloway hills with 1850 m of climbing, testing navigation and fell running skills on rugged ridges and summits. Marshalled by Galloway Mountain Rescue, all profits support the team and finishers re..

Take on the 35th Allendale Challenge, a 26 mile loop through the rugged North Pennines from Allendale in Northumberland. Walk or run to raise funds for North of Tyne Mountain Rescue, where peat bogs and wild weather add to the challenge.

Join the Stanhope Trail Races on 11 April 2026 in the North Pennines AONB for a tough 10k or half marathon through moorland, woodland and waterfalls. Eco friendly event with full support and a wildflower seed packet or keepsake.

Run the Montane Howgills Trail in Sedbergh on 12 April 2026, choosing a 13 or 26 mile route across classic fells and lanes. Friendly atmosphere, bespoke finisher medal and on course support make it a must for trail runners.

Spring in Lakeland is a scenic 23 mile challenge with about 4400 ft of ascent, taking in Loughrigg Tarn, Coniston and Tarn Hows. Runners and walkers aged 14 plus are welcome to enjoy classic Lakeland trails.

Tackle the Pennine Bridleway in the intimate Ranger Ultras PB137km Trail Challenge, a supported 137 km mountain route across wild moors with indoor checkpoints and a hostel style finish. Capped at 20 entrants, it promises remote scenery and..

Challenge yourself at the Burnsall Trail Half, a scenic trail half marathon along riverside paths, stone tracks and open fields with climbs that reward you with stunning 360 degree views of the Yorkshire Dales. Enjoy on route drink stations..

Join the new Burnsall 12K trail, the opening race of the Due North trilogy, for a scenic riverside run in the Yorkshire Dales. Expect waymarked singletrack, postrace food and a beer, and a friendly festival atmosphere for 17+ runners.

Run the Burnsall 12k Trail in the Yorkshire Dales, part of the Due North series on 18 April 2026. Enjoy drinks stations, a post race meal and local goodies after a scenic riverside finish.

Trail Blazer Dam Busters from Heart and Soul Racing offers 10K and Half Marathon routes across rugged Pennine moors from Blackton Grange Estate near Barnard Castle. Expect epic views and true countryside trail running.