Trail Running calendar near Wirral 2026-2027

Take on the Fellrunner Golf Ball in Rossendale for a gritty 8.8 km fell race with 244 m of climbing across classic Bowland terrain. Teams are welcome and post race food and drink ensure a warm community finish.

Take on the classic Holcombe Two Towers fell race on Wednesday 26 August 2026 in the South West Pennines, a challenging 4 mile course with 400 m of climb through rugged moorland. Expect steep trails, great views and a lively community atmos..

Pop up Summer Series at Kirkstall in Leeds with 5k and 10k races. Runners can turn up on the evening and pay on the day or online; hot food, a jumble medal and a drink are provided.

A trail event in Skipton on 29 August 2026 offering 13, 20, 34 and 50 mile routes across Pennine Way and Dales Way. Checkpoints, mandatory kit and trackers are part of the event and minimum age is 18.

A 130-mile non-stop canal run from Liverpool to Leeds along historic towpaths, open to those aged 20+. Options include Supported or limited Unsupported places, feed points every 10–15 miles, and a 40-hour completion limit.

Tackle a classic Pennines fell race in Pendleton on 29 August 2026. The 8 km course packs 457 m of ascent across rough terrain, with on the day entries and homemade cakes and a cosy village pub to reward you.

The Dales Dazzler will take place in Skipton on Saturday 29 August 2026.

Hebden Sports is a BOFRA fell race at Powder House Field, Hebden, featuring a 1.50 mile route with about 400 feet of climb over fell terrain with walls and streams. Junior and senior races are held on the same course.

Join the Dark Side Of The Combe on Mon 31 Aug 2026 in the Lake District as part of the Black Combe Country Fair at Bootle. This 12.5 km fell race with 625 m ascent is a tough, scenic test and has on the day entry.

A 10 km fell race in Eyam on 1 September 2026 with moorland climbs to Sir William Hill and a 3 km junior race. Prizes come from The Barrel Inn at Bretton and a barbecue and bar operate after the race.

Kilnsey Crag Fell Race at the Kilnsey Show in the York Dales is a short, steep blast up iconic Kilnsey Crag that tests speed and nerve. The senior race is pre entry only while free junior races make it a lively family event.

Muker Show Fell Race on 2 September 2026 is a short fell race of 1.40 miles (2.25 km) with a 550 feet climb, featuring a river crossing, a climb to Fremington Edge and a finish in the show ring and counting for the BOFRA senior championship..

Evening 5 mile fell race from Whitworth over Brown Wardle, Middle Hill and Hades Hill, with FRA kit, cut off on the first climb and team competition for adults.

Coastal ultra marathon events on Anglesey include a 130 mile full circumnavigation and a 47 mile point to point race along the coastal path. Routes are mainly trail based, include checkpoints with cut-offs, and feature significant ascent.

Challenge yourself on the Great Longstone Chase, a classic fell race in the Peak District with 4.8 miles of rugged trail and 290 m of climb. Limited to 200 pre entered runners, the event also offers junior races and post race refreshments.

A 10 km trail race in Malham on 5 September 2026 that passes Malham Cove and Malham Tarn, includes a climb to Weets Top and a long descent with views. The course is partially way marked and includes drinks stations and a post race meal.

A charity trail running festival near Huddersfield with 50 mile, 50 km, 27 km, 10 km and a junior 1.4 km run, waymarked routes, timed results and staffed feed stations.

Two linked fell races from Hayfield in the Peak District offer a 24.5 km, 1270 m ascent or a 15.5 km, 650 m option, both requiring navigation and mountain experience. Entries open pre and on the day, 200 places; full kit and map compulsory.

A 102 mile, 5,172 m elevation ultramarathon across Snowdonia on 5 September 2026 with 11 checkpoints and a 42 hour cut off. The course is self navigated and runners are tracked online via GB Race Tracker.

A 45 mile mountain ultramarathon in Snowdonia Eryri from Betws-y-Coed, with about 2800 m ascent, five supported checkpoints and mandatory mountain kit. Entry requires previous ultra and mountain experience and a minimum age of 20.