Trail Running Calendar North West (England) 2026-2027

A 55 km self-sufficient ultra across the Yorkshire Dales following Wainwright’s coast to coast from Kirkby Stephen to Richmond, with mapped GPX/Avenza support, mandatory kit checks and staffed aid stations including the Dales Bike Centre.

Explore the scenic forest tracks of Whinlatter Top with 9 km or 12 km trail runs. This chip timed event offers wide runnable paths and is open to runners with or without dogs.

Join the Pete Hartley Memorial Liver Hill fell race on Tue 31 Mar 2026 in the South West Pennines, starting from Marl Pits Sports Centre in Rawtenstall. A punchy 7 km with 250 m climb, open to age 16 and over with entry on the day for £5; j..

Experience an evening trail run through Horwich with this 5km race organized by Winter Hill Runners. The event starts and ends at the Jolley Crofters Public House for a convenient local racing experience.

A 50 mile supported trail race from Manchester to Liverpool along the Trans-Pennine Trail with six checkpoints, mandatory kit, live GPS tracking and a 14 hour cut off. Entrants must be 20 or older and have completed a marathon.

Push your limits at Stockport Harriers track on 3 April 2026 with a 12 hour challenge or two 6 hour sessions. Electronic chip timing gives live lap and distance updates, with aid stations, parking and a memorable finishers memento for all e..

Classic Lake District fell run from New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, a sharp 3.5 mile course with 2100 ft of climbing over rough rock and moor. Day entries welcome; bring map, compass and waterproofs for this high country test.

Experience a 10 km multi-terrain race through undulating roads and Setmurthy Woods starting from Cockermouth School. All finishers receive an Easter Egg and can enjoy professional chip timing on this scenic course.

Experience an evening fell race in Ambleside featuring 6.4 km of flagged trails and 330 metres of ascent. This scenic out and back route climbs from Rothay Park to the Loughrigg summit for a classic Lake District running experience.

Experience the landscape of the Lake District with trail races of 23 km and 53 km starting from Keswick. These chip timed events include themed medals and routes passing Derwent Water and Scafell Pike.

The Jeffrey's Mount Figure of Eight on Sat 11 Apr 2026 in the Lake District is a classic 7.8 km fell race with 530 m of climb that rewards stamina and navigation. On the day entry is £8 and proceeds support Macmillan Cancer Support.

Experience a classic fell race in the South and West Pennines covering 11.3 km with significant elevation gain. Starting in Wardle this event supports local rescue teams while offering a competitive course for club teams.

Tackle the infamous Coffin Trail climb at the Lakeland Trails in Hawkshead. Choose from a competitive 16k race, a more relaxed 16k challenge, or a scenic 10k run, all starting from Hawkshead Recreation Ground. Enjoy live music, prize ceremo..

Experience the natural beauty of the Howgill Fells with the Montane Trail Series. Choose between 13 or 26 mile trail runs through scenic fell terrain on April 12th 2026.

Explore the scenic Lake District on this 23 mile journey from Ambleside with 4400ft of ascent. Runners and walkers are welcome to navigate this route via Coniston and Tarn Hows.

A popular 10-mile trail run through the scenic Lancashire countryside near Rivington Village. This chip-timed spring event offers a varied route of woodlands and open moors, a finisher's medal, and prizes. It regularly sells out due to its..

Tackle a classic spring fell race in Mow Cop on Sun 12 Apr 2026: 10.5 km with 400 m of climb across stirring hill terrain. Entries on the day for adults 18 and over, with team scoring and friendly club spirit.

Take on the Ossy Moors Fell Race in Oswaldtwistle on Wednesday 15 April 2026. This lively 5 mile fell course with about 300 m of climb weaves Bowland trails and offers on the day entry for a friendly competitive vibe.

Tackle the Grisedale Grind, a steep 4 km Lake District fell race with a testing 480 m ascent that rewards gutsy climbs. Entry on the day for £7 cash, juniors welcome at Revelin Moss opposite Whinlatter Visitor Centre.

Experience a fast and flat trail race around the scenic Clowbridge Reservoir. This 5 km trail event offers a two lap course off the Pennine Bridleway and is open to all runners aged 11 and over.