Trail Running Calendar North West (England) 2025-2026

Lakeland Paws Tour de Whinlatter on 29 March 2026 invites runners to enjoy scenic, undulating trails around Whinlatter Top. Dogs on harnesses are welcome and the event is chip timed with 9 km and 12 km route options.

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..

Tackle 50 miles from Manchester to Liverpool along the Trans Pennine Trail, Manchester Ship Canal and River Mersey on Good Friday. A scenic point to point ultra with checkpoints, live tracking and 14 hour cutoff for a true endurance test.

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.

RunThrough Lake District festival showcases stunning lakes and mountain trails around Keswick with 53k and 23k options, including a Scafell Pike ascent for ultrarunners. Finishers get a medal, free photos, live tracking and a hot meal.

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.

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.

Explore Lakeland on a scenic spring 23 mile route from Ambleside via Coniston, Tarn Hows and Loughrigg Tarn, with roughly 4,400 ft of ascent. A navigational challenge for runners and walkers that rewards map skills with sweeping Cumbrian vi..

Run the Rivington 10 miles Trail Challenge on 12 April 2026, a scenic chip timed route around Rivington Village, White Coppice and Wheelton plantation. Popular and often sold out, finishers earn bespoke medals and top prize 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.

Take on Chester Ultra 100, a scenic 102 mile trail around Chester that links forests, ridges and castles with a generous 32 hour cut off. Live GPS tracking keeps friends and crew updated as you tackle this epic day and night challenge.

Take on Blackstone Edge Fell Race on Saturday 18 April 2026: a compact 5.6 km course with 366 m of climb across Pennine highs, a Roman road and famed boggy sections. Pre entry is required and places are limited.

NAV4 Lakes Mountain 40 is a rugged mountain trail race from Askham on the edge of the Lake District, featuring a 40 mile route with 2500m plus ascent and famous Lakeland summits. Places are strictly limited to 100 starters.

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..

Tackle the stunning slopes of the Newlands Memorial Race in the Lake District, 18.5 km with 1100 m of climb from Newlands Adventure Centre. Pre entry only for adults 18 and over, and a popular counter in the Lakes Grand Prix.

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.

Run a unique course at RAF Spadeadam, passing Blue Streak rocket platforms and military relics with sweeping views of the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall. Tackle 11 km or 14 mile routes and support the RAF Benevolent Fund.