Trail Running calendar near Whitworth 2026-2027

Trail half marathon and 10K in Whinlatter Forest on 24 May 2026. Routes use firm forest trails with steep climbs, wide views of lakes and mountains, live chip timing, and one leashed dog allowed per runner.

Trail runs from Pelican Park along the TransPennine and Hornsea Rail Trails on flat, well surfaced trails. Multiple distances from 5k to marathon, marshalled course, aid stations about every three miles, finishers receive a bespoke medal.

A short up and down fell race in Coniston, Cumbria, featuring a steep ascent and a scree descent over 1.00 miles with 900 feet of climb. The event counts for the BOFRA Championship and includes junior and senior routes.

Take on the Glaramara Fell Race on Sun 24 May 2026 in the Lake District, starting from Glaramara Outdoor Centre at Seatoller. The 8 km course packs 700 m of climb and entry on the day is free with donations to charity.

A 6.5 km hill run from Trefonen Village Hall with 150 m of ascent, mixed farmland, woods and country lanes. The partly waymarked course includes varied underfoot conditions and a trig point on Mynydd Myfyr; entry is available on the day.

A 10 leg relay along the Yorkshire Wolds Way from Filey to Hessle on 24 May 2026, limited to 25 teams from UKA affiliated clubs. Timing is provided, team entry and fee details apply and a donation will support National Trails.

Choose your own distance on a flat, scenic 5.3km loop along the River Mersey. This timed event gives you 7 hours to run as many laps as you like, from a single lap to an ultra. Every participant earns a finisher's medal.

A socially paced trail run from Kickback Coffee in Altrincham that pairs a pre run coffee with a post run beer. The point to point route covers 16k along the canal and finishes at Track Brewing Taproom with a free beer.

A 13 km fell race in the Yorkshire Dales with 365 m of climb, held alongside the Austwick Street Market. Senior and junior races cover multiple age categories and there are cash prizes plus bonuses for course records.

Tackle a scenic 4.5 mile fell race with 305 m of climbing around Bamford in the Peak District on Monday 25 May 2026. Part of the lively Bamford sheepdog trial festival, the event pairs fast trails with rural festivities and offers pre entry..

Bowley Hill Race is a senior only fell event on Mon 25 May 2026 near Great Harwood, England, covering 8.8 km with 300 m ascent. Pre entry and day entry are available and the race holds a UK Athletics permit with FRA insurance.

A guided, socially paced 14 mile trail run around Thornton-le-Dale in the North York Moors, limited to small groups of six. The route crosses streams and hamlets and includes an optional post-run drink and local food.

Part of the Threlkeld village fete in the Lake District on Mon 25 May 2026, this fell race covers 5 km with 340 m of ascent over rough ground. Entry on the day is available for £5 and the event has FRA permit insurance.

Stanhill Fell Race in Oswaldtwistle covers 4.5 mile from the Britannia Tap & Grill. It is Race 5 of the Accrington Fell & Trail Series and entry on the day costs £6.

A new fell race from Sinfin Running Club around the Chevin covering 8.9 km with 315 m of climb. The marked course uses two short loops and a figure of eight and includes some short road sections.

A summer evening five mile race from Halton Mill in Lancaster following the river Millennium path, meadows and a technical single track. Entries open in April with fees that differ for affiliated and unaffiliated runners, minimum age 16.

An 8.5 mile fell race around Glaisdale Rigg with about 1850 ft of ascent, a steep green-lane descent off Snowdon Nab and a finish at the Arncliffe Arms. Limited to 100 runners and part of the Esk Valley Fell Summer series.

A traditional old English sports meeting on 28 May 2026 for all ages, with prize money and gate entries. Published fees of £6 for adults and £4 for children appear alongside a note that entries are free.

An in-person 8 km trail loop around Calke Abbey nature park, meeting at Ticknall Village Hall Car Park. Organised by Run 4 U and Perform Running Club, with free parking and refunds available up to one day before the event.

A backyard ultra at Far Coley Farm on 29 May 2026 where runners complete a 4.167 mile loop every hour until one runner remains. The event features a race village, limited on site accommodation and basic recovery facilities.