Trail Running calendar near Cilcain 2026-2027

Take on the Piethorne Fell Race on Sun 16 Aug 2026: a 10 km test with 275 m of climb across the scenic South West Pennines. Starts at the Bulls Head in Newhey with cash prizes for record breakers and both pre entries and on the day entry.

Take on the Fellrunner on Sunday 16 August 2026 in Crowden in the Peak District, a testing 12.9 km course with 518 m of climb across wild moorland and open fell. Pre entry and on the day entry available; open to runners aged 18 and over.

Challenge yourself on the Pilgrims Cross Fell Race across the West Pennine Moors, a scenic but tough 10.7 km with 390 m of climb. Entry is on the day only with a small fee, and the race features in the Rossendale midweek series.

Join a summer pop up trail run in Bingley with 5k and 10k options for a relaxed evening race. All finishers receive a medal plus hot food, a drink and a sweetie bag for a tasty post race celebration.

INFERNO in Edale is a raw and beautiful trail race around Ringing Roger featuring sheep tracks, rocky descents and a climb up a waterfall. Distances from 10 to 41 miles are self navigated with GPX files and downloadable maps.

Take in stunning reservoir views at the Carsington Water Half Marathon and 10K on 22 August 2026, with undulating trail routes suitable for all abilities. Enjoy a lively event village, marked course and friendly marshals for a memorable day..

Join Phoenix Afterglow in Manchester for a scenic multi lap run along the River Mersey in Chorlton Water Park, on a flat towpath ideal for any pace. Pick distances from 5 km to ultra and collect a bespoke finisher medal as a new series meda..

Take on the Trunce 8, a classic Peak District fell race starting and finishing at Oxspring Playing Field. The 6.2 km route climbs 190 m and entry is on the day for £3, with a junior 3 km race for over 10s at £1.

Take on the Fellrunner Golf Ball in Rossendale for a gritty 8.8 km fell race with 244 m of climbing across classic Bowland terrain. Teams are welcome and post race food and drink ensure a warm community finish.

Take on the classic Holcombe Two Towers fell race on Wednesday 26 August 2026 in the South West Pennines, a challenging 4 mile course with 400 m of climb through rugged moorland. Expect steep trails, great views and a lively community atmos..

Take on the 130 mile nonstop canal towpath race from Liverpool to Leeds along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, with supported or unsupported entry options. Field capped at 100 runners and a 40 hour cutoff make this an epic endurance test.

Tackle a classic Pennines fell race in Pendleton on 29 August 2026. The 8 km course packs 457 m of ascent across rough terrain, with on the day entries and homemade cakes and a cosy village pub to reward you.

The Dales Dazzler will take place in Skipton on Saturday 29 August 2026.

Tackle the Hebden Fell Race on Monday 31 August 2026 at Powder House Field for a sharp 1.5 mile challenge with roughly 400 feet of climb. Expect a steep ascent, topside running and a testing uphill finish through walls and streams.

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.

Experience the Eyam Fell Race on 1 September 2026, a challenging 10 km route over Sir William Hill with waymarked, marshalled trails. Finish back in Eyam for prizes, a barbecue and drinks in the courtyard.

Kilnsey Crag Fell Race at the Kilnsey Show in the York Dales is a short, steep blast up iconic Kilnsey Crag that tests speed and nerve. The senior race is pre entry only while free junior races make it a lively family event.

An 8 km fell race in the South West Pennines with 360 m of ascent, starting and finishing at the Red Lion in Whitworth. Expect a steep opening climb and a rollercoaster ridgeline over Brown Wardle and Hades Hill.

Run Anglesey's rugged coast with Ring O' Fire 130, a 130 mile three day circumnavigation of the island with cliffs, beaches and about 4,000 m of ascent. Or try the Firelighter 50, a near 47 mile coastal challenge finishing in Moelfre.

Challenge yourself on the Great Longstone Chase, a classic fell race in the Peak District with 4.8 miles of rugged trail and 290 m of climb. Limited to 200 pre entered runners, the event also offers junior races and post race refreshments.