Trail Running calendar near Whitby 2026-2027

A winter waymarked trail challenge from Barley that follows the Pendle Way with a full ~45 mile course or a ~30 mile alternative, running over moorland and villages with multiple checkpoints and required winter kit.

A 10 mile night trail run across the Simonside Hills near Rothbury on Saturday 7 February 2026. The event uses hilly, forested trails; headtorches are required and all entrants receive an event buff.

A 75 mile NAV4 event from Skipton to Appleby over a two day weekend following Lady Anne’s Way, with tracked safety, three main indoor checkpoints, a drop bag system and self supported participation.

Punk Panther Harrogate Hustle is an off-road race around Harrogate and Knaresborough on 7 February 2026, offering 14.3, 20.3 and 34.3 mile trail routes with checkpoints, tracker options, mandatory kit and finish medals and shirts.

A 23 mile single-lap trail from Guiseley across Rombalds Moor and Ilkley Moor via Ilkley and Otley Chevin. The hilly, moorland course has water stations, limited facilities and an entry limit of 550 which is currently reached.

A long BL fell race around Wadsworth with navigational sections and mandatory FRA kit. The route is about 19.3 miles (31 km) with 1110 m ascent. Pre entry closes 6 February 2026 and very limited places may be available on the day.

Grim Leodis is a canal and riverside trail event in Kirkstall with distances from 6.55 miles up to marathon. The lapped course mixes towpath, trail and road, with marshals, feed stations and a cupless approach.

The St Aidan's Winter Beast is a 6.66-mile hilly trail race in Swillington, Leeds. It features a sluice crossing and sections of challenging off-path terrain. Entry is limited, with a distinct course around the RSPB nature reserve.

Experience the stunning Northumberland coast in the Bay2Bay Coastal Run, a scenic 10 mile point to point from Druridge Bay to Newbiggin by the Sea along beaches, cliff paths and trails. Canicross friendly with a finisher medal and event pho..

The Billing is a challenging winter trail run near Leeds. The 14km route features two ascents of The Billing hill and a loop around Leeds Bradford Airport. It starts from The Emmott Arms pub, with a focus on sustainability and an optional t..

Tackle a challenging 10.4 km trail through the North York Moors, starting from St Helens Church in Carlin How with 350 m of climbing and great moorland views. Entry on the day for up to 120 runners makes it a lively local race.

Set your own distance goal in this flexible 7-hour time challenge along Durham's River Wear. The flat, scenic trail offers views of the cathedral. Every finisher gets a medal, snacks, and a goody bag.

A PECO Cross Country League race at Roundhay Park, Leeds, on an undulating 4.5 to 5.0 mile course. Advance online entry for affiliated club members is £7 and includes remaining league races and end of season events.

Trails & Tails offers scenic 4-mile and 8-mile trail runs through the East Yorkshire countryside near Driffield. This chip-timed event welcomes both runners and canicross teams, with medals for all and special dog awards. The event features..

Join the Smurf Run North in Durham for scenic trail laps along the River Wear, with distances from 3 km to ultra and a 7 hour time challenge. Finishers earn a themed medal and enjoy on course aid, snacks and vegan options.

A 5 miles fell race around Midgley Moor with path and heather moorland route choices and partial route marking. The event requires navigation, FRA mandatory kit and has limited parking with entry permitted up to 100 competitors.

A Peak District fell meeting in Mirfield on 15 February 2026 with junior championship races and a senior race over about 5 km with 210 m climb. Pre-entry and on-the-day entry are offered, and the event holds FRA permit insurance.

Two route options across the Yorkshire Dales from Cracoe Village Hall for walkers and runners, with staffed checkpoints and a finish meal. Entries are limited to 125 and a waiting list operates when the event fills.

Winter trail runs at Derwent Reservoir offer 5 mile and 10 mile routes around the reservoir. The 5 mile allows canicross with one controlled dog, while the 10 mile follows closed roads and firm trails with live chip timing and a 2.5 hour cu..

A trail half marathon from Levisham Village Hall across the North York Moors, running through the Hole of Horcum. The field is limited to 50 places, a waiting list is open, and a 5 hour time limit applies.