Trail Running Calendar North West (England) 2026-2027

The Edenfield Fell Race is a 10.2 km BM category event with 396m of climb, starting from the Edenfield Cricket Club. Entry is on the day only. Limited parking is available, so carpooling is encouraged.

Tackle the Coppice fell race in Accrington on Tue 9 Jun 2026, a spirited 6.6 km course with 310 m of climb starting from the Whitakers Arms. Day entry only means it is ideal for last minute plans and teams are welcome.

Tackle the Boar's Head fell race in the Peak District on Wed 10 Jun 2026. This BM 8 mile course climbs 402 m from the Boar's Head Hotel, welcomes teams and on the day entries for £5; entrants must be 18 or older.

Experience a Category B Short Fell Race starting in Horwich. This five mile course climbs the Pennines to Two Lads before a fast descent back to the finish with awards for various categories and club turnout.

Experience the open fells of Cumbria during this evening charity event in Kirkby Stephen. Part of a weekend mountain festival, the Sunset Stroll offers a scenic route over exposed terrain as the sun goes down.

Experience trail running in the Lake District with 10km and Half Marathon routes starting from Pooley Bridge. This cani cross friendly event features live chip timing and stunning views of Ullswater.

The Ulverston Fell Race offers a challenging fell running experience on a new course for 2025, starting from Beckside Farm. Runners will tackle a 1.85-mile route with 540 feet of climb over Flan Fell. The event on 13th June 2026 caters to m..

Test your endurance at the Manchester Backyard Ultra where you must complete 4.167 miles every hour until only one runner remains. This out and back course at Giants Seat Scout Camp challenges runners to go beyond their limits.

A timed multi-lap event at Chorlton Water Park on 13 June 2026 with laps of a 5.3 km out and back riverside course, a seven hour limit, vegetarian aid station options and a charity donation per entry.

Run the 9.5 km Wincle Trout fell race in the Peak District, featuring a 320 m climb and a river crossing. The event is part of the lively Wincle Village Fete. A shorter 3 km junior race is also available.

Experience the fells of the Upper Eden Valley with four distinct course distances ranging from 11 km to a 65 km ultra. Enjoy a professional mountain event featuring GPS tracking, basecamp camping, and routes through the scenic Northern Fell..

Experience a weekend of trail running in the Lake District featuring an 8 hour relay and a 22 km race through Grizedale Forest with camping and music.

Prepare for the Montane Lakeland 50 or 100 with a 26 mile recce from Pooley Bridge to Ambleside. This organized training session includes coach transport, medical support, and course familiarization through Mardale Head and Kentmere.

Tackle Knowl Hill near Rochdale in this 6 mile fell race with 396 m of climb across the South West Pennines. Open to adults, it is the final day of a three day series with prizes and finisher shirts for series completers.

The Out of Eden 5k is part of the volunteer-led Yomp Mountain Challenge in Kirkby Stephen. This event, with roots back to 1983, is known for its open fell terrain and raises money for local charities.

Test your endurance at MacTuffX Manchester with a series of ten interval rounds. Choose between 400m or 800m distances in solo, double, or relay formats for a unique athletic experience.

The Moleside Fell Race is a classic short fell run in Lancashire's Bowland region. With 400m of climbing packed into 5km, it offers a steep challenge. Entry is available on the day only as part of the Accrington Fell & Trail Race Series.

The Langstrath Fell Race is a 7.5 km fell run with 430 m of climb, starting from a country inn in Stonethwaite. The route features a mix of free choice and a flagged compulsory section through an SSSI. Entry is on the day, with prizes for t..

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..

Tebay Fell Race in the Lake District is a thrilling 13 km course with 914 m of climb across classic fell country, perfect for strong, adventurous runners. Entry on the day with showers and food at the Tebay Sports Social and Railway Club.