Trail Running calendar near Whitworth 2026-2027

A trail event in Blackpool on 27 September 2026 using a 10K loop for 10K, half marathon, marathon and ultra distances, passing Marton Mere, Blackpool Zoo and offering on-course refreshments and bespoke finisher medals.

A five mile trail race in Worsley on 27 September 2026, organised by Swinton Running Club at Beesley Green Community Centre. Affiliated and unaffiliated entries are offered and on the day entry is subject to availability.

A charity hike or run on Sunday 27 September 2026 around Charnwood, starting and finishing at Beacon Hill Country Park. The route is about 16 miles and visits Beacon Hill, Bardon Hill and Old John to raise funds for local people in need.

Breidden Hills is an 11.5 km fell race around Criggion, Shropshire with 790 m of ascent. The course is partially marked so navigational skills and kit checks are required, entrants must be over 18 and entry is £8.

Two long trail ultras finishing in Skinningrove: a roughly 104 mile route along national trails and a 50 mile second-half course. Fully tracked with checkpoints, support options, relay entries, and 40/20 hour cutoffs.

A Backyard Ultra in Greystoke, Cumbria on 3 October 2026, with a roughly 6.73 km runnable loop repeated every hour until one runner remains. The event offers a country themed yard with music, open views and a supportive on course atmosphere..

A four leg fell running relay in the Lake District on 3 October 2026, raced by teams of eight over steep climbs and rough terrain. Entry is by club via SiEntries, limited to 70 teams with a £100 fee per team.

An uphill only 10 km race from central Ruthin to the Jubilee Tower on Moel Famau, finishing above 550 metres. After the race a short walk leads to Bwlch Penbarras for medals and an optional bus back to Ruthin.

Rowbotham's Round Rotherham is a long distance trail event around South Yorkshire with solo and relay options over 80 km or 50 miles. The undulating route includes about 800 m of climb and is based at the Manvers Waterfront Boat Club.

A 10th anniversary five mile chip timed cross country and Canicross in the Upper Wreake valley, featuring fields, stiles, brooks and hilly countryside. Race HQ is at Hoby & District village hall with parking and facilities.

Two routes from Buxton Community School through the western Peak District: 26.2 miles with 4000 ft ascent or 14.3 miles with 2000 ft ascent. Checkpoints provide refreshments and a hot meal at the finish.

A 35 mile circular ultra in North Yorkshire that follows the northern Ripon Rowel through Nidderdale AONB and finishes via Studley Royal deer park. Options exist for solo runners and relay teams with staffed checkpoints and village hall fac..

A 15.2 km fell race in the Peak District with 490 m of climb, held at Curbar Primary School on 3 October 2026. Pre-entry is required and proceeds go to Curbar Primary School.

A coastal off road race from Peasholm Park in Scarborough along the historic Cinder Track. Distances from 5K to marathon, water stations about every 3 miles, on the day bib collection and a Grim Bling finisher medal.

A club organised 12 km fell race with about 490 m of ascent around Old Town, Hebden Bridge, including a flagged section through the private Castle Carr estate. Pre-entry is required and strict FRA kit rules apply.

Cross country races near Thorpe and Dovedale featuring a **4 3/4 mile** main course through valley paths and a **1 1/4 mile** Mini Dash for under 12s, with a river crossing at the famous Stepping Stones.

A half marathon trail race in Swaledale that follows moorland trods, hard packed tracks and grassy paths around Harkerside and Grinton, with mandatory kit requirements, on-course aid stations and a post-race soup and roll.

A roughly marathon-length trail race through Swaledale and a Wensleydale loop near Semerwater, covering about 42 km over moorland tracks and footpaths. Mandatory kit, self-navigation on the Wensleydale loop, GPX and a tracker are provided.

A junior fell running race in the Pennines for ages 6 and up. The 2 km course starts near a classic pub. Entry is available on the day.

A traffic free one lap 5K through Roundhay Park that passes the lake and climbs to the Mansion House. Entries are limited to 300, chip timing is provided and finishers receive medals and individual prizes.