Trail Running Calendar Yorkshire and The Humber 2025-2026

Run the rugged hills around Otley, Ilkley and Guiseley at Punk Panther Wharfedale Skyline, with half, 20 mile and ultramarathon options. Expect rocky ridges, friendly checkpoints and a finisher medal and event tee to celebrate your day.

Tackle the Litton Birks Fell Race on 15 November 2025, a punchy 5 km fell course near Skipton with a new route and plenty of climb. Junior races and prize giving at the Queens Arms make for a friendly autumn running day.

Take on the new Litton Birks fell race in the York Dales, a punchy 5 km with 362 m of climb and rewarding upland views. Pre entry and day entries available and junior races make this a great event for families and club runners.

Tackle an undulating 10.5 kilometre trail through Meanwood Park, The Hollies and the Meanwood Valley Trail, passing Seven Arches viaduct and Adel Crag. Expect muddy, rocky trails, friendly support stations and a warming soup at the finish.

Join the West Yorkshire Winter League for six hilly trail races across West Yorkshire from November to February. About 5 to 6 miles per race, season pass covers all six and is open to affiliated club members aged 17 and over.

Tackle the Dark Orchan night time fell race in Todmorden, a crisp 5.4 km with 280 m ascent that promises moonlit trails and fierce competition. Entries are limited and a full FRA kit check is enforced, so come fully prepared.

Tackle the Hardwolds 80, an 80 mile Wolds Way ultramarathon from Hessle to seaside Filey through chalk valleys, wildlife and historic villages. You have 24 hours to finish and earn a medal and finisher tee.

Run the Maravan Half at Haven Thorpe Park, a flat four lap multi terrain around the holiday park. Limited places and bespoke medal plus goody bag make this intimate race ideal for fast times or a scenic autumn run.

Too Cool for Pule is a lively 5.8 mile trail race around Marsden, taking in reservoirs, hilltop views and proper fell terrain. Expect climbs and boggy sections, then a friendly finish at Marsden Cricket Club with food, a bar and prizes.

Run scenic looped trails around historic Kirkstall Abbey, following riverside paths, woodlands and towpaths with distances from 8.8 miles up to an ultra. Expect varied terrain, friendly marshals, feed stations and a bespoke finisher medal.

Join Leeds MoRunning at Roundhay Park on 23 November 2025 with distances from 1.5k to half marathon on a scenic but hilly park and trail course. Chip timing, finisher medal and headband plus fun extras like spot prizes make it great fun.

Join the Maravan Half on 23 November at Thorpe Park Holiday Park for a flat, multi terrain half marathon run over four tidy laps. With just 40 places, expect a bespoke finisher medal and a friendly small field vibe.

Black Night Scar is a thrilling night fell race on 25 November 2025 from the Hare and Hounds in Todmorden, tackling 5.8 km with 315 m climb. Head torches and full FRA kit are required, with refreshments and prizes back at the pub.

Take on the Stanza Stones Winter Edition, a rugged 50 mile, 24 hour challenge from Marsden to Ilkley that visits six carved poems by Simon Armitage and climbs Ilkley Moor over 6600 ft of ascent. Live tracking, staffed checkpoints and a fini..

Run the Stanza Stones 50 mile Ultra across the South Pennines from Marsden to Ilkley, passing six carved poems set into moorland and valleys. Expect rugged trails, sweeping views and literary landmarks on this scenic challenge.

Enjoy an autumn 5k trail at Kiplin Hall, winding through gardens, woods and grassland on a compact, spectator friendly course. Warm up with a hot drink and spiced flapjack at the finish.

Take on winter trails through Dalby Forest with 10km, half marathon and marathon options that wind through towering trees and moorland. Canicross friendly, with a bespoke medal, post race snacks and a welcoming atmosphere.

Take on Rudolph's Romp, a scenic 25 mile route across the Yorkshire Wolds with sweeping views of the Vale of York and the Humber. Organised by LDWA East Yorkshire on 6 December 2025.

Tackle a challenging winter fell race across Mytholmroyd moorland with sustained climbs, flagged route and technical sections. FRA licensed and kit checked, this scenic 6 mile course rewards bold navigation and grit.

Explore Greenhead Park and nearby streets in a fun urban orienteering using the MapRun app, with courses from short family routes to longer challenges. Meet in the Community Room beside Greenhead Park Café for maps and registration.