Trail Running calendar near Wigan 2025-2026

The Yorkshireman Off Road Marathon and Half Marathon, organized by Keighley & Craven AC, is a popular annual off-road running event held in the scenic Brontë Country near Haworth, UK. The full marathon covers 26.2 miles with 3,065 feet of ascent, while the half marathon spans 14.8 miles with 1,750 f..

The East Coast "Chuffer" is a scenic trail running event held in Scarborough, starting from Peasholm Park and following the historic Cinder Track. The race offers multiple distance options including 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, 20 Mile, and Marathon, catering to a wide range of runners. The off-road cour..

The Clowbridge 5k is a trail running event held near Clowbridge Reservoir off the Pennine Bridleway in Burnley, UK. The course is a fast and flat 5-kilometer route with just 25 meters of elevation, making it suitable for runners aged 11 and over. The race consists of two laps around the reservoir, s..

The Peak District Challenge, organized by Wilderness Development, is a scenic endurance event held in the Peak District, UK, with all routes starting and finishing in Hathersage. Participants can choose from five distances: 25km (Copper), 50km (Bronze), 75km (Silver), 100km (Gold), and a new 100-mil..

The Ranger Ultras Yorkshire Pen-Y-Ghent 50k is a 50-kilometer ultra running event set in the inspiring North Yorkshire landscape. Starting and finishing at Hawes Market House, the course follows classic limestone trails, including the historic Cam Road and a summit of Pen-y-Ghent, with a total ascen..

The Tissington Trail Half Marathon Weekend is a scenic running event held along a former railway line in Derbyshire, offering breathtaking views of the Derbyshire Dales. Participants can choose to race on either Saturday or Sunday, with a 13-mile route that features a slight downhill gradient, makin..

The Three Shires Fell Race, organized by Ambleside AC, is a challenging fell running event held in the Lake District, starting and finishing at Tilberthwaite Farm. The race covers 22 km (12.4 miles) with a climb of 1535 meters (4003 feet) over a new route introduced in 2025. The course includes chec..

The Holcombe 10 is a scenic running event held at Hare & Hounds in Holcombe Brook, Ramsbottom, offering participants a choice between a 10K or 10 Mile race. Organized in collaboration with the National Trust, the routes highlight conservation efforts across Holcombe Moor. Runners start with a dash t..

The High Peak 40 is a 40-mile ultramarathon held in the Peak District, starting and finishing in the scenic town of Buxton. After an eight-year hiatus, the event returned in 2024 and continues in 2025, offering runners a challenging course that includes trails, paths, and roads through iconic locati..

The Great Whernside Fell Race, organized by Wharfedale Harriers, is a challenging 4-mile event with a 1,558 ft ascent. It starts from Scabbate Gate in Kettlewell, ascending to the summit of Great Whernside before returning to the start. The course begins on grassy tracks and paths through fields, th..

The Thornthwaite Round is a challenging 15.6 km (9.7 miles) fell and trail running event held near Keswick in the English Lake District, starting and finishing at Thornthwaite Church. The course features 870 meters (2,850 feet) of ascent over forest tracks, flagged paths, and open fell terrain, incl..

The NAV4 LiAD Recce from Helvellyn to Ambleside is a guided recce event hosted by Joe Faulkner and the NAV4 team on behalf of Durty Events. Taking place in the Lake District, this 11-mile route features approximately 6,000 feet of ascent, covering key sections including Helvellyn, Fairfield, and the..

The The Brutal Extreme Triathlon will take place in Llanberis on Saturday 20 September 2025.

The Yorkshire 3 Peaks 70/100km Ultra is a celebrated trail running event held in North Yorkshire, starting and finishing at Hawes Market House. The original 70km route covers the iconic Yorkshire Three Peaks—Whernside, Ingleborough, and Pen-y-Ghent—over classic limestone trails with 2185 meters of a..

The Brown Clee Burn is a challenging 11-kilometer multi-terrain running event held in Stoke St Milborough, UK. Featuring steep technical climbs, long descents, and stunning views, the course offers a demanding yet rewarding experience for runners. The event starts and finishes at the village hall, w..

The Cannock Chase Trail Runs take place in the scenic Cannock Chase Forest near Rugeley, north of Birmingham, designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The event offers 5km and 10km trail runs suitable for all abilities, with no cut-off times, encouraging participation at any pace. The co..

Peak Raid Race 1 – Edale is a fell running event held in the Peak District, starting from Edale. It is part of a series of four 3-hour races taking place over varied terrain including high moorland and limestone dales, demanding strong navigation and route choice skills. Participants select their ow..

The 13 Valleys Ultra is a trail running event held in the Lake District National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site in the UK. Participants can choose from four distances: 22.4 km (2 Valleys Trail), 58.4 km (5 Valleys), 110.3 km (7 Valleys), and 184.3 km (13 Valleys). The routes traverse multiple va..

The Cheshire Ring Ultra 100 Mile is a challenging ultramarathon held in Manchester, UK, covering 100 miles with 345 meters of elevation. The course links several canals including the Bridgewater, Macclesfield, and Trent & Mersey Canals, offering a scenic and well-marked route. The event supports up..

The Orton Fell Race is a challenging 10 km (6.2 miles) fell running event held at Orton C of E Primary School in the UK. The course features a climb of 258 meters (846 feet), offering a demanding terrain for participants. Licensed by the Fell Runners Association under UK Athletics rules, the race we..