Trail Running Calendar North West (England) 2026-2027

A 3.5 mile fell race in Accrington on 16 June 2026, based at the Whitakers Arms. The event is Race 7 of the Accrington Fell & Trail Series with a £6 entry on the day.

A midweek fell race on Howgills terrain, the senior course is about 13 km with 914 m ascent, run to FRA AM rules with mandatory kit and safety cut-offs; proceeds support local community groups and mountain rescue.

A five race summer trail series at Wirral Country Park held on the third Tuesday of each month from April to August. Races use a recurring course of about 8K and offer age category prizes, with single race and full series entry options.

A 7.5 km fell race from Stonethwaite to Dock Tarn and back with 430 m of climb, marshalled sections and a flagged SSSI stretch. Entries are on the day with an £8 fee and FRA kit is advised.

Join a challenging 5.3 km fell race in the South West Pennines from Whitworth Scout Hut on Wed 17 Jun 2026, with 360 m of climb. Entry on the day is £5 and all finishers get a beer, with prizes for the first three men and first three ladies..

A midweek memorial trail race around Frodsham Hill covering 8.4 km with about 370 m of ascent. The course is marked and marshalled, uses chip timing, is licensed by the TRA, and is open to runners aged 17 and over.

A free community 10k trail run from Kickback Coffee in Bollington with free coffee on arrival and a social, inclusive pace. The route has stiles, steady climbs and panoramic views across the Peak District and Manchester.

A hilly six mile fell race in Stalybridge on 19 June 2026, routing to the Trigg point on Hobson Moor. The event is listed as the second race in The Tour and is based at Tameside Sports Trust, Copley Recreation Centre.

A 5-mile out-and-back fell race to the 413 m summit of Clougha Pike near Quernmore on 20 June 2026, featuring rocky upper slopes and marshy, twisty descents. Kit and access restrictions apply, and a fell-gate cutoff will be used.

Three trail routes start from The Barn in Kirkby Lonsdale, using local footpaths and river paths with refreshments, GPX support for longer routes, and entry fees from £10. Entries run 23 December 2025 to 15 June 2026.

A 65 km loop from the centre of Kirkby Lonsdale with 2000 m of ascent, mainly on footpaths and bridleways. Self-navigation is required, there are two checkpoints, and finishers receive food and a beer.

A 7.5 km fell race in Bosley, Peak District on 20 June 2026 with an accompanying 3 km junior race. Entry on the day includes fete admission and parking.

Gowbarrow Round is a 7.6 km fell race in the Lake District on Sat 20 Jun 2026. Entry is on the day only with a £5 fee and a minimum age of 16. The event is based at The Royal Hotel, Dockray, and carries FRA permit insurance.

An 11 km loop from YHA Windermere around Baystones and Wansfell with about 500 m of ascent. Held on 21 June 2026, post race refreshments are provided and all profits go to YHA Breaks.

A five mile trail race and a 2 km kids fun run at Lymm High School, on grass and dirt paths through Helsdale Wood and Spud Wood. Age limits, entry fees, prize categories and a no refund transfer policy are specified.

A multi-terrain 10 km trail race around Marple on 21 June 2026, starting and finishing at Brabyns Park. The chip timed event includes a medal, free photos from two professional photographers and an entry limit of 350.

An 8.8 km fell race near Haweswater in the Lake District with 244 m of climb, open to runners aged 16 and over. Entry is on the day for £5 and the race is part of the Bampton Village Sports Day and Fete.

A Category AS fell race of 4 miles / 6.4 km with 350 m ascent around Punstock Road green in Darwen, featuring three climbs including Jacob’s Mound and Aggies Staircase and a looped route returning past Robin Hoods cottage.

Lyme Midsummer Trail 10K is an evening trail race at National Trust Lyme in Disley on 23 June 2026. The one-lap course covers about 10K with 272 metres ascent, is fully marked and marshalled, and finishes near the Timber Yard with food vend..

An evening orienteering event at Brereton Heath near Holmes Chapel offering colour coded courses from White to Blue to match a range of navigational skills. Pre entry is via RaceSignUp and parking is metered at the Visitor Centre.