Trail Running calendar near Whitworth 2026-2027

Take on the Ossy Moors Fell Race in Oswaldtwistle on Wednesday 15 April 2026. This lively 5 mile fell course with about 300 m of climb weaves Bowland trails and offers on the day entry for a friendly competitive vibe.

Take on a midweek Peak District challenge at Herod Farm: a scenic but testing 3 mile route with 340 m of climb. Pre entry is £6 or £10 on the night; registration runs 18:15 to 19:15.

Tackle the Grisedale Grind, a steep 4 km Lake District fell race with a testing 480 m ascent that rewards gutsy climbs. Entry on the day for £7 cash, juniors welcome at Revelin Moss opposite Whinlatter Visitor Centre.

The PB230 Trail Challenge is a 230km journey along the Pennine Bridleway with 75 hours to finish. It offers indoor checkpoints with hot meals and sleeping space, traversing the scenic uplands of the Peak District, Yorkshire, and Cumbria. En..

This 137 km trail challenge follows the Pennine Bridleway through Yorkshire and Cumbria, with a 50-hour time limit. It features indoor checkpoints with hot meals, showers, and sleeping space, plus bunkhouse accommodation at the start and fi..

Trail 5 km around Clowbridge Reservoir on a two-lap anti-clockwise route from Rossendale Valley Sailing Club. This is the first of a three-week spring series with prizes in each race and proceeds donated to local causes.

A 102 mile trail ultramarathon around Chester on 18 April 2026 with 1590 m of ascent, 12 checkpoints and a 32 hour cut off. TRA licensed event with live GPS tracking and entry fees from £207.

A self-navigated approximately 37 mile ultramarathon around Goathland visiting five triangulation pillars, open to solos and pairs with a 15 hour limit, three supplied checkpoints, required navigational kit, and a small field limit.

Thoresby Park Longhorn Trail on 18 April 2026 offers routes from a family 2 km up to a half marathon across a largely flat 1,000 acre estate with historic house, wildlife and live chip timing. Nordic walkers and canicross participants are w..

Peak District Birthday Bash on 18 April 2026 is a long distance walking and running event based in Castleton. It offers 70 km and 35 km routes through the central Peak District and supports the Peak District National Park Foundation.

A 12 kilometre trail race in Burnsall on 18 April 2026, forming the first section of the Due North half marathon route. The event features partially way marked trails, drinks stations, a post race meal, prizes and free parking.

A scenic half distance trail race from the Riverside Car Park Field in Burnsall that follows sections of the Dales Way with about 500 m of ascent, on course drinks and a post race meal included.

Join a relaxed run along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal in Saltaire. Choose from a 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon, with flexible entry options on the day. Finishers receive a medal, hot food, and a drink.

Burnsall 12K is a trail race in Burnsall Village on 18 April 2026, part of the Due North series. The route follows the opening section of the half marathon, is fully way marked, and includes on-course drinks and post-race food.

A category AS fell race covering 5.6 km with 366 m of climb, set on the moors above Littleborough. This event is a counter in the 2026 English Fell Running Championships, with separate start times for women and men.

A spring mountain running event in the Lake District with a figure of eight route of about 40 miles and roughly 2500 m of ascent, visiting summits such as Helvellyn and High Street. Full mountain kit is required.

Challenge yourself on this 9 km Peak District fell race with 320 m of climb, starting from Kettleshulme Village Hall. Join the community and support Kettleshulme Primary School as all profits go to the school.

Take on the Teenager With Altitude fell race in the Lake District, a testing 24.7 km route from Newlands Adventure Centre with about 2300 m of climb across classic Lakeland terrain. Pre entry only, adults 18 and over, teams welcome with pri..

Tackle the fells with two challenging races in the Lake District. Choose between the AM-category Newlands Memorial Race or the longer AL-category Teenager with Altitude. Enjoy a post-race beer while supporting local and national charities.

A charity run at Alyn Waters Country Park on 18 April 2026 with 5 km and 10 km multi terrain courses, chip timing and medals. A children's 1 km fun run is available with on the day registration.