Trail Running Calendar North West (England) 2025-2026

The High Cup Nick Fell Race will take place in Dufton on Saturday 22 February 2025.

The South Pennine 24 is a challenging 24-mile event organized by the South Pennine Long Distance Walkers Association (LDWA), taking place in the scenic Dark Peak and South Pennine Moors. Participants will encounter diverse terrains, including wild moorland and well-graded footpaths, while enjoying s..

Mr Sparkle's Dark Un is a thrilling night-time fell race held in Darwen, starting from the Royal Hotel in Tockholes. This event features a challenging 8.1 km course with a 214-meter climb, requiring participants to navigate through open moorland and muddy terrain. Competitors must carry full body co..

The Stan Bradshaw Pendle Round is a challenging fell race organized by Clayton-le-Moors Harriers, taking place in Barley, Lancashire. Covering approximately 15 km with an elevation gain of 543 meters, the event is open to participants aged 18 and over. The race features multiple checkpoints along a..

The Saddleworth Res's is a challenging running event set in the scenic Saddleworth Moor, featuring routes that visit ten local reservoirs. Participants can choose from three race options: a 5 Res route (25 km), a 10 Res route (26 miles), and a 15 Res Ultra Marathon (60 km). Each route requires self-..

The Delamere Trail event, scheduled for March 2, 2025, features stunning 10k and Half Marathon routes set in the picturesque Delamere Forest. Participants will enjoy a course primarily on wide forest trails, with some single-file sections, and a relatively flat terrain, except for a challenging clim..

The Cloud 9 Hill Race, organized by Congleton Harriers, is a scenic and challenging 9-mile race that takes participants from Congleton to the summit of Bosley Cloud and back, featuring a total ascent of 1250 feet. The course includes mostly off-road terrain and passes by the ancient Bridestones. The..

The Montane Delamere Trail is an exciting trail running event taking place in Delamere Forest, Northwich, Great Britain, on March 2, 2025. Participants can choose between a 10 km and a half marathon (13.1 miles) route, featuring a mix of wide tracks and forest singletrack. The course is predominantl..

The 39th Two Crosses Circuit is a challenging running and walking event taking place in the scenic Western Pennine region. Participants can choose between two distances: 18 miles and 26 miles. Organized by the East Lancs LDWA, the event showcases beautiful reservoirs and moors.Registration is curren..

The Morland 'Marathon' is a 30-mile trail ultra event designed for both runners and walkers, taking place in the picturesque Eden Valley. The route features a mix of off-road terrain and includes an elevation gain of 3000 feet, winding through stunning landscapes near the Pennines and Howgills. Part..

The Granny's Bay Challenge, organized by PFW Running, is a popular running event returning for its fourth year in the scenic seaside town of Lytham. Participants can enjoy a 5.24-mile out-and-back course along a flat tarmac path by the Ribble estuary, with stunning views of Lytham windmill and the s..

The Carrock Fell Race is a challenging fell running event organized by the Northern Fells Running Club. Set in the scenic Northern Fells, the race covers a distance of 9 km (5.6 miles) with a significant climb of 500 meters (1640 feet). Participants must navigate between checkpoints without marked r..

The NAV4: LiAD Recce - Ambleside to Cartmel is an organized recce event hosted by Joe Faulkner and the NAV4 team on behalf of Durty Events. Participants will have the opportunity to explore a section of the route alongside experienced NAV4 tutors. The event focuses on providing essential information..

The Causey Pike Fell Race, organized by the Keswick Athletic Club, is a challenging event set in the scenic Newlands Valley. Covering a distance of 4.5 miles (7.2 km) with an elevation gain of 1,781 feet (543 m), the race features a steep ascent to the summit of Causey Pike. Participants must adhere..

The Chester Ultra 50 is a challenging 50-mile ultra-marathon set in the scenic landscapes of Chester, featuring an elevation gain of 849 meters. Organized by GB Ultras, this event is known for its well-marked trails that traverse the North Cheshire Way and the Sandstone Trail, including highlights l..

The Daffodil Run & Walk is a popular annual event established in 2016 to support the community of Pooley Bridge following the 2015 floods. This family-friendly event features a scenic 13-mile out-and-back route from Pooley Bridge to Hallin Fell, allowing participants to choose their distance. The co..

The Leighton Hall & AONB Trail Race, organized by Pennine Trails, features both 10k and half marathon distances set in the picturesque grounds of Leighton Hall. This event showcases the stunning natural beauty of Silverdale, offering participants a chance to run through scenic woodlands and along co..

The Dan Lee Military Race is a ten-mile running event held in memory of former Royal Marine and firefighter Dan Lee. The race features a challenging course with 1447 feet of elevation gain across mixed terrain, including quiet roads and moorland. Participants can choose to run or compete in a weight..

The L100 Recce 3 event, part of the Montane Lakeland 50 & 100 series, takes place from Buttermere to Dalemain, covering a distance of 33 miles. Scheduled for March 23, 2025, this recce day is designed to help participants familiarize themselves with the course, which includes notable locations such..

The Buttermere Trail Race is a scenic 20-kilometre running event set in the picturesque Buttermere Valley, Cumbria. Designed for participants of all abilities, the race features a circular route around Buttermere and Crummock Water, showcasing a mix of lakeshore trails, rocky paths, and grassy track..