Trail Running Calendar North West (England) 2025-2026

The Chester Ultra 50 is a challenging 50-mile ultra-marathon set to take place in Chester, England, marking its 10th anniversary in 2026. Organized by GB Ultras, the event features a scenic route that includes 849 meters of elevation gain, traversing beautiful trails such as the North Cheshire Way a..

Cloud Nine is a scenic and challenging 9-mile hill race organized by Congleton Harriers, taking participants from Congleton to the summit of Bosley Cloud and back. The race features a significant ascent of 1,250 feet and primarily off-road terrain, making it a demanding event for runners. Participan..

Saddleworth Res's is a challenging trail running event set in the picturesque moorlands of Saddleworth, featuring three race options: a 5 Res's Trail Run (25 km), a 10 Res's Off-Road Marathon (44 km), and a 15 Res's Ultra Marathon (60 km). Participants will navigate through diverse terrains, includi..

The CBTE 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 with an elevation gain of 3000 feet, winding through stunning landscapes near the Pennines and Howgills. Partici..

The Link Challenge is a 20-mile trail run or hike set in Bury, UK, showcasing the area's six historic villages: Nangreaves, Holcombe, Hawkshaw, Affetside, Ainsworth, and Greenmount. Participants can enjoy the scenic route while engaging with fellow adventurers, with the option of being guided throug..

The Buttermere Trail Race is a scenic 20-kilometre running event set in the picturesque Buttermere Valley, Cumbria. This circular route takes participants around the stunning shores of Buttermere and Crummock Water, offering a mix of terrains including lakeshore trails, rocky paths, and grassy track..

The Grasmere Wild Trail Runs, set in the picturesque Lake District, will take place over two days in March 2026. The event features a stunning 10km trail run, often hailed as one of the most beautiful in the UK, alongside a 5km route suitable for beginners. Participants will enjoy scenic views of Gr..

The Northern Traverse® is a challenging 300km self-supported ultra race that follows Wainwright’s Coast to Coast route, starting from St Bees on the west coast of England and finishing at Robin Hood’s Bay on the east coast. This spectacular event traverses three National Parks, featuring iconic land..

Lakes Traverse® 2026 is a challenging 100km ultra marathon set in the stunning Lake District National Park, following Wainwright's Coast to Coast route. The event begins at St Bees and concludes in Shap, with participants having 28 hours to complete the course, which includes approximately 3500m of..

The Dales Traverse® is a challenging 55km ultra marathon that follows Wainwright's renowned coast-to-coast route from Kirkby Stephen to Richmond. This event showcases the stunning landscapes of the North Pennines and the Yorkshire Dales National Park, including the iconic Nine Standards. Emphasizing..

The Chester Ultra 100 is a challenging 100-mile ultramarathon set in Chester, featuring a total elevation gain of 1590 meters. The course showcases some of the region's best trails, including the Sandstone Trail and the Marches Way, with 12 checkpoints providing essential support and refreshments. P..

The Lap - Lake Windermere Ultra is a 47-mile (75K) trail race that takes participants around England's largest lake, offering stunning views and a scenic route through the Lake District. Open to both runners and walkers, the event features fully marked trails, generous cut-off times, and five well-s..

The Scafell Sky Race 2026 is a challenging 40km trail running event set in the stunning Lake District, featuring a significant ascent of 2800m. This race is designed for both experienced and aspiring mountain runners, offering a technical course that includes single-track trails and breathtaking vie..

The MTC Black Anise is a challenging 38-mile ultra marathon, part of the Mount to Coast End to End Challenge series. This event takes place on the same route as the JOGLE race but features shorter daily distances. It serves as Day 3 of the MTC Albion, a 13-day multi-race event across England.Partici..

The MTC Blue Caps is a 36-mile ultra marathon, part of the Mount to Coast End to End Challenge Series. This event takes place in England, starting from Wigan and concluding at Tarporley. It is also recognized as Day 4 of the MTC Albion, a 13-day multi-race challenge.Participants must maintain a mini..

The Rab Helvellyn Sky Ultra is a challenging 57km race set in the stunning Lake District, featuring a significant ascent of 3700m. Recognized as one of the most technically demanding course-marked races in the region, it draws inspiration from Europe's renowned sky races. Participants will navigate..

The Rab Pinnacle Ridge Extreme is an exhilarating sky running event set in the stunning Lake District, taking place on July 19, 2026. This challenging race covers a distance of 28 km with a significant ascent of 2700 meters, offering participants a unique blend of technical terrain and rock climbing..

The Three Towers Ultra is a challenging running event featuring two distances: 39 miles and 55 miles, set in the scenic West Pennine moors of Lancashire. Participants will navigate through rugged terrain while visiting three iconic towers: Jubilee, Rivington, and Peel. The course is unmarked, requir..