Trail Running calendar near Thornhill 2025-2026

We have found 258 Trailruns within 80 miles of Thornhill. See below where and when you can find the races.

Take on the Weardale Agricultural Show Fell Race on 29 August 2026 in St John's Chapel. A lively 4 km fell run with 120 m of climb across classic upland terrain, plus fun junior showground races and easy entry on the day.

Join this lively fell race at Bellingham Showfield as part of the country show, tackling 4 miles with 600 ft of climb across classic Northumberland terrain. No pre entry required; runners aged 16 and over can sign up on the day.

Join the Dark Side Of The Combe on Mon 31 Aug 2026 in the Lake District as part of the Black Combe Country Fair at Bootle. This 12.5 km fell race with 625 m ascent is a tough, scenic test and has on the day entry.

Take on the Barrow Keswick Show Fellrunner on Mon 31 Aug 2026 in the Lake District: a punchy 6.5 km four mile course with 425 m climb, starting in the show ring and finishing by the showfield. Entry on the day £10, ages 15 and up welcome.

September 2026

Take on Maverick Kielder Forest Gravel on Saturday 5 September 2026 at Kielder Castle for scenic forest gravel trails with routes from 5 km to 52 km. Weekend camping, staffed feed outposts and a plastic free ethos make it a true outdoor adv..

Take on the classic Grisedale Horseshoe on Sat 5 Sep 2026 around Ullswater, a demanding 16 km fell race with 1525 m of climb through dramatic Lake District scenery. Entries are limited and pre entry is required for this iconic community cha..

Take on the Blencathra Marathon in Caldbeck, Cumbria a rugged 26.4 mile fell and trail loop with nearly 6000 ft of ascent and five Wainwright summits. GPS tracked with checkpoints and hot drinks at the finish.

Take on the Loweswater Show fell race on Sun 6 Sep 2026 in the Lake District, starting at New House Farm, Lorton. This punchy 4.2 km with 305 m of climb is open to runners 13 plus with on the day registration and free race entry; teams welc..

Take on a scenic 47 miles around Lake Windermere in THE LAP Ultra Anticlockwise, way marked with a 24 hour limit and five aid stations. Open to runners and walkers, the route rewards finishers with a locally sourced medal and meal.

Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the River Ayr Way Challenge, a stunning 40 mile ultra along Scotland's River Ayr on 12 September 2026. Expect rolling countryside, a coastal finish, and a friendly field of runners from across the UK.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell run around Helvellyn and the Dodds, a rugged 18.5 km loop with 1450 m of climbing and stunning mountain views. Open to adults with pre entry or day entry for a proper fell challenge.

The Old Crown Round on 12 Sep 2026 is a tough 36 km Lake District fell race with 2200 m of climbing across pathless open fell, so navigation skills are essential. Pre entry via SiEntries is required and teams are welcome.

Tackle classic Lake District mountain navigation in mid September with three tough courses from 15 km to 29 km and hefty climbs. Applicants are vetted for fell running experience and pre entry is required; pairs welcome on the short course.

The Spirit of Axnfell will take place in Isle of Man on Sunday 13 September 2026. You can run 32 kilometers.

Take on a 50 km trail through the dramatic Cheviot Hills around Wooler on 19 September 2026. Follow a GPS route with aid stations, marshals and finish line goodies for a rugged, rewarding day on stunning upland terrain.

Run the Lake District on 19 September 2026 with Maverick Lakes X Trail in Grasmere, choosing from 9 km to 52 km across rugged fells, technical climbs and lakeside trails. A great day out for trail runners with proceeds supporting Fix the Fe..

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Tackle the Thornthwaite Round in the Lake District on 19 Sep 2026, a scenic fell race of 15.6 km with 871 m of climb across forest tracks and open fell. Friendly entries on the day and homemade tea await finishers.

Experience the Lake District UNESCO landscape at the Altra 13 Valleys Ultra, linking 13 valleys across multiple distances for trail lovers. This weekend explores fells and lakes while supporting the Lake District Foundation.

Join the Orton Fell Race in the Lake District for a scenic yet testing 10 km fell run with about 258 m of climb. Friendly club atmosphere, junior races and on the day entries make it a great community weekend event.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell race at Eskdale Showfield on 26 Sep 2026, 4.3 miles with 909 ft of climbing across scenic, testing terrain. Entry on the day from £5, juniors welcome and free parking makes it a great family day out.