York
Trail Running Calendar near York 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near York for 2026-2027! We've gathered 102 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
Trail races of 13.2, 20.5 and 34.0 miles around Otley and Ilkley featuring notable hilltop views, mandatory kit requirements and checkpoint support.
Trail races along the Leeds/Liverpool Canal in Kirkstall on 14 Nov 2026 offering 5K, 10K and half marathon distances; online entries closed, pay on the day cash only.
An hourly backyard ultra in Leeds where runners complete a 4.167 mile loop each hour until one competitor finishes alone and is declared champion.
A 20 km fell race in the North York Moors with 500 m ascent, based at Levisham Village Hall on 15 November 2026; day-entry is available and minimum age is 18.
A 10.5 km forest trail run in Meanwood with muddy, technical paths, 200 m elevation and a marshalled road section; finishers receive complimentary soup.
Leeds MoRun at Roundhay Park on 15 November 2026 offers 1.5k, 5k, 10k and Half Marathon distances to raise funds and awareness for Movember. The event includes chip timing, finisher medals and a fancy dress competition.
December 2026
Trail event near Otley on 12 December 2026 with 12, 19 and 32 mile routes, trackers, three checkpoints, finish medals and on-course refreshments.
A festive day at Normanby Hall with 5k and 10k trail runs, a 3k family ChristMESS and a Santa team challenge raising funds for Lindsey Lodge Hospice.
Part of the PECO XC League series, this Pontefract Park cross country race covers about 4.5 to 5.0 miles and is included in a £17 online season ticket.
A hilly, multi-terrain 7 mile Boxing Day race around Otley Chevin from Guiseley with chip timing and a choice of a technical shirt or tree planting for finishers.
An undulating 10 kilometre multi‑terrain race around Hell Wath Nature Reserve and Studley parkland in Ripon, with Race HQ at Panthers Football Club and a food bank collection.
January 2027
Cross country race at Middleton Park, Leeds on 3 January 2027 with an undulating single lap of about 4.5 to 5.0 miles and season tickets online for £17.
Trail races at Harewood House, Leeds offering 5 km, 10 km and a half marathon across the estate, canicross friendly, chip timing and a £5 parking charge.
A 10 mile multi terrain race across Temple Newsam Estate in January 2027 featuring trails, mud, hills and prizes for individuals, teams and vets.