Trail Running Calendar North West (England) 2025-2026

The PFW Running Lancashire Loop Trail Run takes place in Blackpool, Lancashire, showcasing the region's natural beauty. The event features a scenic 10K loop course passing Marton Mere nature reserve, Herons Reach golf course, and Blackpool Zoo, with views of Blackpool Tower and Stanley Park. Distanc..

The Lee Mill Relays is an annual relay running event held at the Lee Mill Quarry site in Rossendale, Lancashire. Now in its 8th year, the race features teams of four runners, each completing an individual 10.7-kilometer flagged course. The route is described as hard and demanding, with the possibili..

The Drop - Kendal is an exhilarating and challenging race in the UK, designed to test participants' resilience and resourcefulness. Competitors can choose between a 15-mile or 10-mile journey, either solo or in teams. The race begins with participants being transported to an undisclosed drop-off loc..

The Crag Fell Handicap Race, organized by the Cumberland Fell Runners, is a challenging fell running event set in Bleach Green, Ennerdale. This race features a distance of 2.5 miles with an elevation gain of 1345 feet, making it a Category AS race. Participants must prepare adequately with essential..

The BigXmas Trail Festival is an annual trail running event held at Sale Water Park in Greater Manchester, blending urban and rural landscapes. Now in its fourth year, it offers three race distances: 11km, half marathon, and marathon. The courses are fully marked and marshalled, suitable for both be..

The Wansfell Fell Race, organized by Ambleside AC, is a challenging running event set in the scenic Lake District. The race features a 3.14 km (2.1 miles) out-and-back route with a significant climb of 405 meters (1329 feet). Starting from Stock Ghyll Lane, participants face a steep ascent followed..

The Brampton Trail Run is a 7-kilometre trail race held on the edge of Brampton, Cumbria. The course features an undulating, mostly off-road route with varied terrain and stunning views, making trail shoes advisable due to potential mud. The event is licensed by the Trail Running Association and fol..

The Bowland Ultra is a challenging 42-mile (68 km) trail running event held in January, starting and finishing at Slaidburn Village Hall in Clitheroe, UK. The unmarked course features a diverse mix of terrain including fast vehicle tracks, flowing trails, roads, technical singletrack, and boggy clim..

The Bowland Trail Half is a challenging and fun trail running event held in Slaidburn, near Clitheroe, in the Forest of Bowland. Covering approximately 13 miles with 2,000 feet of ascent, the unmarked course features a mix of fast vehicle tracks, flowing trails, road sections, and boggy climbs. Runn..

Pendle Way In A Day is a challenging winter ultra event held in East Lancashire, starting from Barley at the foot of Pendle Hill. Participants can choose between a full 45-mile circular route with 6,100 feet of ascent or a shorter 30-mile option with 4,500 feet of climbing. The course traverses pict..

The Manchester Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run, organized by The Fix Events, takes place at Heaton Park in Manchester. This event offers three distances: 5k, 10k, and a half marathon, with the course featuring mainly paths and one trail section. The 5k is one lap, the 10k two laps, and the half mara..

The North Lakes Half Marathon & 10KM is a road running event held in the scenic Lorton Valley near Cockermouth, UK. Scheduled for February 8, 2026, the race features two distances: a half marathon (13.1 miles) and a 10km (6.2 miles). The routes start and finish near Cockermouth Town Centre, primaril..

Windy Hill is a challenging 12-mile trail race held in West Yorkshire, starting and finishing at the historic Rams Head Inn, a 450-year-old venue known for its cozy atmosphere and excellent food. The course features over 2,000 feet of climbing, taking runners through moorland trails with scenic view..

The Anglezarke Amble Challenge is a scenic endurance event held in the West Pennine Moors near Rivington, England, often called the "Little Lake District." It offers two walking distances: a 17-mile short route and a 24-mile long route, with runners restricted to the longer course. The route feature..

The Whinlatter Moon Runner is a 10k head torch trail race held in Whinlatter Forest Park, Keswick, Cumbria. This night-time event offers a unique trail running experience, combining the wild and peaceful atmosphere of running through a forest under moonlight. The fully marked, hilly course features..

The Silverdale Circuit is a challenging yet runnable 19-mile race held near Milnthorpe, accessible from the M6. The undulating course features scenic highlights such as Dalham Deer Park, Leighton Hall, and Leighton Moss Nature Reserve, with chances to spot wildlife like fallow deer and peregrine fal..

The Chester Ultra 50 is a 50-mile ultra-marathon held in Chester, UK, featuring 849 meters of elevation gain. Celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2026, the race is organized by GB Ultras and follows scenic trails including the North Cheshire Way and the Sandstone Trail, passing through Helsby Hill,..

Cloud Nine is a scenic and challenging 9-mile off-road hill race organized by Congleton Harriers, starting in Congleton and ascending to the summit of Bosley Cloud at 1,125 feet before returning via the ancient Bridestones. The race features 1,250 feet of ascent and is classified as a Category BM fe..

Saddleworth Res's is a challenging trail running event held in the high moorlands and valleys around Saddleworth, near Oldham, UK. Scheduled for March 7, 2026, it offers three race distances: 5 Res's (25 km, 710m ascent), 10 Res's off-road marathon (44 km, 1314m ascent), and 15 Res's ultra marathon..

The Two Crosses Circuit will take place in Greenmount on Sunday 8 March 2026.