Trail Running calendar near York 2026-2027

Gather a team of four for a 10.7 km relay through the Lee Mill Quarry site in Lancashire. This demanding flagged course requires full safety kit and offers a competitive experience for men, women, and mixed teams.

Experience a winter trail run through the vast woodlands of Dalby Forest on the edge of the North York Moors. Choose between 10km, half marathon, or full marathon distances on scenic forest fire roads.

Tackle the Famous Grouse Fell Race in Birch Vale on 29 Nov 2026, a spirited 8.4 km Peak District route with plenty of climb. Entry is on the day, register at the Sycamore Inn and enjoy results and prize giving at the pub.

Trail races around Carsington Water on 5 December 2026, offering a half marathon and a 10K with marked kilometres, course support, a themed medal, water and post-race goodies.

Join the Really Wild Boar, a classic fell race in the York Dales on Saturday 5 December 2026. Tackle 9 km with 450 m of climb, enjoy hearty post race soup and a roll at the Fat Lamb Inn and soak up wild moorland views.

A flagged Pennine fell race of about 6 miles with 500 m of climb across fields, moorland and rough tracks. Entry requires FRA mandatory kit and a minimum age of 18.

A 20 km fell race on Gisborough Moors in the North York Moors on Sun 6 Dec 2026, with 850 m of climb. Entry is available by pre-entry and on the day; teams are allowed and the race forms part of the North East Fell Running Champs.

A one-lap *10 km* trail through Tatton Park on 6 December 2026, featuring varied surfaces, chip timing and a finisher medal; prizes for top finishers and a fun fancy dress atmosphere, plus a family run raising funds for MOVE charity.

Experience the wintry beauty of the Dales with three distance options ranging from 12 to 32 miles. This self navigated challenge features festive treats at the finish and trackers for every ultramarathon runner.

Join a festive trail run along the River Wear in Durham with 2.5km and 5km options. Enjoy cathedral views, holiday themed medals, and a fully stocked aid station at this inclusive family event.

Moors The Merrier 21 is a scenic yet testing fell race of 21 miles across the South West Pennines from Hebden Bridge Golf Club. Expect moorland vistas, festive fun with a Santa hat and small gift tradition, plus post race hot meal.

Celebrate the season with festive trail runs through 3,300 acres of Nottinghamshire woodland. Choose from 10km, 5km, or 1 mile distances in a forest setting that welcomes both individual runners and canicross participants.

Run your own distance challenge along the River Wear in Durham. Within 7 hours, choose your goal from 3km to an ultra marathon. Every finisher gets a themed medal and a bobble hat.

Join this flexible seven hour time challenge along the River Wear in Durham. Run or walk any distance from 3km to an ultra marathon to earn a themed medal and a bobble hat.

Experience a classic out and back fell race to the 703m summit of Chapelfell Top in complete darkness. This technical 6.6km event requires off path navigation skills and extensive mandatory safety kit for the winter terrain.

A self-sufficient 38-mile winter mountain run around Helvellyn starting from Askham. This unmarked route is designed for experienced runners with strong navigation skills and features 2000m of ascent through the Lake District.

Run Fellrunner at Stoop at Penistone Hill near Haworth, an 8 km fell race with 250 m climb across the Pennine hills. Festive extras include a free Santa hat, Christmas prizes, a Curly Wurly for finishers and post race coffee.

Join the Chopwell Woods Christmas Trail Races on 20 December 2026 for festive trail fun across a Santa Mile, 4 Mile and 8 Mile routes suitable for kids and adults. Enjoy seasonal scenery and family friendly racing with entries open now.

Get into the festive spirit at the Horwich Santa Dash, a 4-mile fancy dress run. Prizes are on offer for the best costumes as you tour the local roads of this historic town. It's a friendly, community-focused event organized by a family-run..

Experience a night run through the St Ives Estate with 5k and 10k multi terrain courses. Participants receive a medal and chip timing while supporting Sue Ryder on the shortest day of the year.