Trail Running Calendar North West (England) 2025-2026

Defeat Delamere is a running event scheduled for September 14, 2025, at Delamere Forest in Frodsham. Participants can choose from various distances, including 5k, 10k, and 16k, and will receive a race pack with a number, timing chip, and safety pins. The event features a collective warm-up session b..

The Clowbridge 5k is a trail running event set around a scenic route off the Pennine Bridleway. This event is part of a three-race series taking place on consecutive Thursdays in September 2025, specifically on the 4th, 11th, and 18th. Open to participants aged 11 and older, the course features a fa..

The Holcombe 10 is an exciting running event featuring both a 10K and a 10-mile race, set against the stunning backdrop of Holcombe Moor. Organized in collaboration with the National Trust, participants will experience scenic routes that highlight conservation efforts in the area. The race begins at..

The Thornthwaite Round is a running event organized by the Keswick Athletic Club, taking place on a scenic 15.6 km route with an elevation gain of 870 meters. The course features a mix of forest tracks and open fell, passing through notable checkpoints such as Lord’s Seat and Broom Fell. This event..

The Three Shires Fell Race, organized by Ambleside AC, is a challenging fell running event set in the picturesque Lake District. Scheduled for September 20, 2025, the race covers a distance of 20 km (12.4 miles) with a significant elevation gain of 1220 m (4003 ft). Participants must navigate throug..

The NAV4 LiAD Recce - Helvellyn to Ambleside is an organized event designed for participants to explore a section of the route in the company of experienced NAV4 tutors and fellow LiAD participants. This recce covers approximately 11 miles with significant elevation gain, traversing the Helvellyn ra..

The 13 Valleys Ultra is an exciting trail running event set in the stunning Lake District National Park, offering participants a choice of distances: 22km, 55km, 110km, and 180km. The event features well-marked routes with regular checkpoints and feed stations, ensuring runners are supported through..

The Cheshire Ring Ultra 100 is an exciting 100-mile ultramarathon set to take place in Manchester, featuring a scenic route that combines the Bridgewater, Macclesfield, and Trent & Mersey Canals. Participants will navigate through 11 checkpoints, receiving support and refreshments along the way. The..

The Orton Fell Race is a challenging running event taking place at Orton C of E Primary School. Scheduled for September 27, 2025, the race features a distance of 10 km (6.2 miles) with a climb of 258 meters (846 feet), categorized as BS. Participants can enter as individuals or in teams of three, wi..

The Thieveley Pike Fell Race is an annual running event organized by Clayton-le-Moors Harriers, featuring a challenging course of 4.3 miles (7 km) with an ascent of 1310 feet (400 m). The race takes place in Cliviger, near Burnley, and is known for its scenic yet demanding terrain, including steep c..

The Delamere Forest Wildwood Trail Series features a thrilling Half Marathon and 10K trail run set in the picturesque Delamere Forest, Cheshire. This event invites runners of all skill levels to navigate scenic trails that include dense woodlands, rolling paths, and challenging terrain. Participants..

The Bridgeathon, organized by Preston, Fylde & Wyre Running, is a multi-distance running event featuring a 10K, half marathon, marathon, and ultra marathon. Set along the scenic Lancaster canal, participants will encounter 43 bridges throughout the course. The event offers a flat route, starting and..

The CBTE Charm Bracelet 100 is a challenging long-distance ultra marathon set against the stunning backdrop of the UK's national trails. Taking place in Dufton, participants will traverse a 104-mile route that includes the Pennine Way, Teesdale Way, and Cleveland Way, featuring over 6000 feet of ele..

The Hodgson Brothers Mountain Relay will take place in Glenridding on Saturday 4 October 2025.

The Drop - Manchester is an exhilarating and challenging race that tests participants' resilience and resourcefulness. Competitors can choose between a 15-mile or 10-mile journey, either solo or in teams. The event begins with participants boarding a bus to an undisclosed drop-off location, where th..

The Wasdale Show, organized by the British Open Fell Runners Association (BOFRA), features one of the most challenging races in the BOFRA calendar. Set in Wasdale Head, West Cumbria, the race covers a distance of 2.40 miles (3.80 km) with a significant elevation gain of 2,300 feet (700 meters) as it..

The Langdale Horseshoe Fell Race will take place in Great Langdale on Saturday 11 October 2025. You can run 21 kilometers.

The Dale Head race, organized by the Keswick Athletic Club, is a challenging fell running event set in the scenic Borrowdale area. Covering a distance of 7.8 km with a significant climb of 675 meters, the race requires participants to possess navigational skills due to often poor visibility and unpr..

Race You to the Summit is a 4-mile running event organized by CraggRunner, designed to be friendly and affordable for participants. This Halloween-themed race encourages runners to enjoy the outdoors while challenging themselves in a scenic setting. The event emphasizes community spirit and inclusiv..

The Bronte Way Fell Race is a traditional point-to-point race organized by the Keighley and Craven Athletics Club. Covering a distance of 13 km (8.1 miles) with a climb of 351 m (1152 ft), the race concludes outside the iconic Fleece Inn on Haworth Main Street, where participants can enjoy soup post..