Trail Running calendar near Thornhill 2026-2027

A six mile country show hill race in Powburn with a sharp climb and a return via Ingram; a two mile junior race for under 14s is also held and the published entry fee is £5.00.

A fell race on Farleton Knott near Kendal with a **2.60 mile** route and 750 feet of climb, designated as a BOFRA Championship counter. Separate senior, under-17 and junior courses are provided and parking costs £3.

K12 Ultra Marathon at Dean Castle Country Park uses an approximate 4 km loop where runners complete as many laps as possible in a 12 hour period. Individual and relay options are available, with relay teams of up to four members.

Part of the Aberdour Festival, the Donkey Brae Races include a 7-mile coastal course, a 2-mile village route and a c.1 km fun run, with chipped timing, medals for finishers and a village market at Silver Sands Park.

A short fell race at Steel End Farm, Thirlmere in the Lake District covering 4 km with 400 m of climb. Day entry is available free, minimum age 16, and the race carries FRA permit and UK Athletics insurance.

The GBultras | Ultra Great Britain will take place in Stranraer on Saturday 8 August 2026.

A 215 mile coast to coast ultra along the Southern Upland Way from Portpatrick to Cockburnspath, with 12 checkpoints, mandatory kit, GPS tracking and a 100 hour cutoff; entry is by application and places are limited.

A 17 kilometre fell race on the east side of the Duddon Valley with 906 metres of ascent and summit checkpoints including Grey Friar and The Old Man of Coniston. Navigation is by traditional map and compass and strict mandatory kit checks a..

Trail running from Airthrey Castle at the University of Stirling with five distances from 5 km to 50 km, marked routes, fuel outposts and mandatory kit for the longer routes.

Experience 13 miles of scenic fells and trails starting from the historic Lowther Castle. This marked course features river crossings and 1400ft of ascent with all proceeds supporting the Eden Valley Hospice.

Join this classic Keswick fell race in the Lake District on Wed 12 Aug 2026 for a lively 4.7 mile trail challenge with 280 m climb and a summit of Latrigg. On the day entries are welcome, fee £5 and runners must be 16 or older.

Join the Rusland 5, a scenic fell race across Rusland Showfield in the Lake District featuring a 4.8 mile route with 310 m of climb and shorter senior and junior options. Race entry is free; the show costs £5 and accepts entries on the day.

A trail half marathon around Morland in the Eden Valley, largely off road with mixed terrain and about 1330 ft of elevation. The partially self navigated route passes rivers, becks, woodlands and pastures and includes two aid checkpoints.

Join the Keswick Sports Fell Race in the Lake District on Sun 16 Aug 2026 for a punchy 3 mile, 290 m climb course from Fitz Park Cricket Pavilion. Entry on the day and juniors welcome with big prizes for record breakers.

Fell races at the Lakeland Country Fair in Torver, near Coniston, feature junior and senior courses run to FRA rules; race entry is free but fair admission applies. The senior route reaches the summit of Coniston Old Man.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell race from Maggs Howe, Kentmere with a punchy 6 km course and 400 m of climb to test strength and navigation. Entry is on the day only and runners should bring waterproofs, hat and gloves; parking is limit..

Tackle the Hawkshead Show Fell Race in the Lake District a scenic 7.8 km with 244 m of climb through classic Lakeland terrain. Entry is on the day with show admission; seniors 17 plus and children's sports take place on the field.

Tackle a brand new fell race on Wed 19 Aug 2026 in Bannerdale, Lake District, starting and finishing above the White Horse Inn at Threlkheld. The short yet fierce 6.3 km route climbs 882 m and entry is on the day only at the pub for £5, reg..

A fell race from Hartsop in Patterdale covering 19.5 km with 1370 m ascent. The course includes multiple checkpoints, early route choices and steep technical descents, finishing back at the sheep pens.

A challenging fell race in Northumberland's beautiful countryside. The 5.8km route features 300m of climb and is part of the regional championship. Entry is available on the day.