Trail Running calendar near Worston 2025-2026

Enjoy colour coded orienteering at Beverley Westwood with courses for novices through experienced navigators. Explore runnable common land, small woods and contour features while grazing cows and a nearby golf course add local charm.

Join the Wycoller Wander on Sun 7 Dec 2025 for a scenic 6 mile trail with 850 ft of climb across the South West Pennines. Fancy dress is encouraged with a Heroes and Villains theme and proceeds support the BemoreLaura foundation.

Tackle the classic Gravy Pud fell race in the Peak District Sun 7 Dec 2025, an 8 km / 5 miles route with 305 m climb that visits rugged moorland and finishes at the Bulls Head in Tintwistle. A lively community event for experienced runners.

Tackle a scenic 3 hour mountain marathon across the Peak District moors, solo or in pairs with junior entries available. Pre entry only for this natural terrain challenge, with waterproof maps and post race hot drinks and flapjack.

Experience a winter trail and fell race by torchlight in Llangollen this December from Dinas Bran Leisure Centre. The 8 km route includes about 244 m of ascent, a sharp climb up Velvet Hill and faster downhill sections; head torch required.

Join Punk Panther Christmas Cracker in Otley for 32 miles, 19 miles or 12 miles of scenic trail on a mystery route with hearty climbs. Finish amid festive camaraderie and collect a medal and event T shirt to celebrate your run.

Moors The Merrier 21 is a festive 21 mile circular moorland run from Hebden Bridge with roughly 3,900 ft of ascent, testing navigation and stamina across open moors. Pre entry only and fully supported with checkpoints and a hot finish meal.

Take part in the 20th Regular Irregular on 13 December around Holmfirth with up to three looped routes starting and finishing at Brockholes Village Hall. Walk or run, enjoy tea, snacks and a finish meal, and soak up moorland and village tra..

Join the Valhalla Winter Run, a timed six hour trail on a 2.2 mile undulating out and back loop at York University. Run a lap, a marathon distance or keep going for six hours and enjoy a bespoke medal, goody bag and festive treats.

Take on the Winter Tolkien Trail Race, 11.1 km of scenic trails around Stonyhurst College passing rivers, a historic aqueduct and ancient woodland. Enjoy chip timing, pro photos, a free medal and buff plus prizes and best fancy dress.

Join round 4 of the North Staffs Cross Country League at Keele on 13 December 2025 for a classic cross country test across traditional terrain. Team and individual races across all ages make it a great day for clubs and runners of every lev..

Celebrate the season at Sherwood Pines on 14 December 2025 with duathlons, new 5km and 10km trail runs and a family mile. Canicross friendly routes, relay options and festive medals with mince pies and drinks make it fun for all.

Join the BigXmas Trail Festival at Sale Water Park for a festive day of scenic trail running through Chorlton Water Park and along the River Mersey. Pick a short trail or the marathon and finish with a medal or opt to have a tree planted.

Join the SATURN A Christmas Carol Bobble Hat Run North, a friendly 7 hour timed challenge on a flat trail beside the River Wear with beautiful Durham Cathedral views. Bobble hat entries are sold out but entries from Nov 6 include a running..

Run the PECO Cross Country League at scenic Pontefract Park on an undulating two lap course of about 4.5 to 5 miles. Club rivalry and a lively winter race atmosphere make this a must for cross country runners.

Explore Coatham Woods near Eaglescliffe in CLOK's regional orienteering event at Birk Brow and Skelton Warren on Sunday 14 Dec. Routes from beginner white to challenging brown suit all abilities, dogs welcome and limited entries on the day.

Celebrate the season with a festive 7 hour time challenge along the River Wear, enjoying scenic cathedral views as you choose how far to run or walk. Finish at least 5 km to claim a themed medal and a running buff.

Silent Night is a tough night fell race around St John's Chapel, Weardale on 19 Dec 2025, climbing to Chapelfell Top in darkness. Pre entry only, minimum age 18; navigation experience and strict kit including torch and compass required.

The Moel Famau Festive 'Piece of String' Race is a unique running event held on the last Saturday before Christmas at Bwlch Penbarras. Participants can expect a surprise distance and route, ranging between 6 and 12 kilometers, which will be..

Take on the NAV4 Tour de Helvellyn, a winter ultra of about 38 miles and 2000 m of climbing starting and finishing at Askham Community Centre. This low support unmarked route demands strong mountain navigation and self reliance.