Trail Running Calendar North West (England) 2026-2027

RunThrough Lake District on 11 April 2026 from Keswick offers a scenic but testing 53k and a shorter 23k around Derwent Water and Catbells. Marshalled, chip timed courses with aid stations, live tracking for ultras and a hot finish.

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.

Tackle the classic Wardle Skyline, a scenic fell race in the South West Pennines on Sat 11 Apr 2026. The 11.3 km route climbs 381 m from Wardle Square and accepts pre entries and same day entry for runners after a spirited hill challenge.

Trail races of 10k and 16k start and finish at Hawkshead Recreation Ground, following marked routes with views over Windermere and the Lakeland fells. All routes include the mile long Coffin Trail climb and are supported by marshals and wat..

Explore the wild Howgills from Sedbergh on 12 April 2026 with 10 km, half marathon or full marathon options on scenic trails. Mandatory kit and minimum age 16 apply, and entries include a finisher medal, timing and photos.

A long Lakeland route of about 23 miles with 4400 ft of ascent starting and finishing at Ambleside Parish Centre. The route passes Loughrigg Tarn, Coniston and Tarn Hows; navigational skills and basic mountain kit are required.

A chip timed 10 mile trail run starting and finishing at Rivington Village, following a loop via White Coppice and Wheelton Plantation. Organised by Trail Blazing Events, it offers bespoke finisher medals and prizes across age categories.

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.

A trail 5 km race around Clowbridge Reservoir, first of a three race spring series on consecutive Thursdays in April 2026. The two lap anticlockwise course has about 25 m of elevation and offers prizes with local fundraising.

Take on the Chester Ultra 102, a 102 mile trail ultramarathon across Cheshire's Sandstone Trail, Delamere Forest and canal towpaths with start and finish at Ellesmere Port. Limited to 400 runners, 32 hour cut off, ITRA and UTMB points.

Tackle the scenic but rugged Blackstone Edge Fell Race, a 5.6 km test with 366 m of climb over Pennine Way and a Roman road to the trig point. Expect boggy tussocks and classic northern moorland underfoot.

A spring Lake District mountain run with a figure-of-eight route over Loadpot, High Street, Helvellyn and Place Fell. Main route is just over 40 miles, limited to 100 starters and a full bad-weather kit is required.

Take on the Teenager With Altitude fell race in the Lake District, a testing 24.7 km route from Newlands Adventure Centre with about 2300 m of climb across classic Lakeland terrain. Pre entry only, adults 18 and over, teams welcome with pri..

Two organised fell races from Newlands Activity Centre near Keswick offering 11.5-mile and 15.3-mile courses with significant ascent, online pre-entry, Sportident timing and post-race drinks; proceeds support local causes and the Motor Neur..

Join a scenic 10 km fell race in the Lake District at Witherslack, featuring 340 m of climb on a fully flagged route. No pre entry needed; sign up on the day at Dean Barwick Primary School and enjoy post run refreshments.

A 10 km trail race on 19 April 2026 through the Ainsdale Sand Dunes, the Red Squirrel 10 km follows wooded paths and ends with an ascent of the highest dune. Organised by Southport Strollers with Natural England, proceeds support Southport..

A trail 5 km around Clowbridge Reservoir on a two lap, mostly flat course off the Pennine Bridleway. Part of a three race spring series on 16, 23 and 30 April with prizes and proceeds to local causes.

Explore military history and sweeping Lake District views at the RAF Spadeadam Blue Streak Trail Run on Saturday 25 April 2026. Choose 11 km or 14 mile routes across an active RAF station with proceeds benefiting the RAF Benevolent Fund.