Trail Running Calendar Yorkshire and The Humber 2025-2026

Tackle a 23 mile trail around Rombalds Moor, Ilkley Moor and Otley Chevin, starting and finishing in Guiseley. This hilly, scenic loop on 7 February 2026 features refreshment stops and a warm welcome from the 15th Airedale Scout Group.

Take on the Wadsworth Trog on 7 February 2026, a classic 31 km fell challenge around Hebden Bridge with 1110 m of climb. Navigation is key on this non GPS route that rewards bold route finding and rugged determination.

Grim Leodis on 08 February 2026 is an undulating 6.5 mile loop along canal towpaths, river banks and trails, with race options up to the marathon. Marshalled laps, feed stations and a bespoke finisher medal await.

Tackle St Aidan's Winter Beast, a 6.66 mile single lap trail around Swillington with genuine climbs, muddy sections and a sluice crossing. Expect tough hills, great views and a friendly small race vibe with limited places.

The Billing is a winter 14 km trail race around the Billing and Leeds Bradford Airport on 14 February 2026. Expect muddy climbs, fully marked trails and a small field, so bring a waterproof jacket and your own water bottle.

Tackle PECO XC League Race 5 at Roundhay Park, Leeds on 15 Feb 2026, a cross country test of about 4.5 to 5 miles over undulating terrain. Club runners contest men's and ladies divisions in this popular regional league.

Run runnable trails in the East Yorkshire countryside at Trails and Tails on Sunday 15 February 2026, with 4 mile and 8 mile routes open to runners and Canicross teams. Medals, race prizes, dog awards and food are available on site.

Tackle Midgley Moor on 15 February 2026, a 5 mile fell race near Halifax across moorland with steep climbs and navigation challenges. Pre entry or on the day entries; FRA kit is mandatory and teams of three welcome.

Hoppits Hill Fell Race in Mirfield, West Yorkshire is a 5 km single lap fell with 210 m of climb, ideal for hill runners. Junior races join the Yorkshire Junior Championship; pre entry and limited on the day places available.

Cracoe Cracker Challenge on 21 February 2026 invites runners and walkers to scenic 12 and 25 mile routes across the Yorkshire Dales. Well stocked checkpoints and a hot finish meal make this a popular midwinter event now on the waiting list.

Tackle 13.3 km with 660 m of ascent across steep climbs, wild moorland and fast paths in the scenic South West Pennines. A technical fell race with strict mandatory kit, team prizes and pre entry only.

Tibthorpe Loop is a circular half marathon in the Yorkshire Wolds on 28 Feb 2026, with undulating, easy to follow trails. It starts and finishes at Field House Camping with eco perks like a plantable medal and tree planting for finishers.

Tackle Ilkley Moor in this annual 8 km fell race with 401 m of climbing and steep, rocky descents that reward bold, technical running. Entries are limited so expect a competitive field and mandatory FRA kit and rules.

Tackle a muddy multi terrain 10K through Ripon countryside on 1 March 2026 and enjoy a friendly chip timed race that supports St Wilfrid's School. A single lap course welcomes club runners and families with a 1K fun run for kids.

Join the Saint Michael's Harrogate 10K & 5K on 1 March 2026 for a scenic trail run supporting North Yorkshire Hospice Care. Limited to 1,000 places, family friendly 5K entries are free for ages 6 to 15 when accompanied by an adult.

Take on the Eskdale Eureka fell race on Sun 1 Mar 2026 in the North York Moors, based at Castleton Cricket Club, a challenging 14.3 km course with about 470 m of climb across classic moorland. Entry on the day, with proceeds supporting Clev..

Join the March Hare's Final Run in Penistone, a 7 hour timed challenge on a flat 6.55 mile lap course and run as many laps as you can. Finishers get a 2026 medal and goody bag plus hot drinks and cake.

Run scenic looped trails around Holme Styes Wood at WODland Endurorun on 14 March 2026. Choose 10 km, 20 km or push for as many laps as you can in the six hour Endurorun, with solo and team entries on a fast 5 km circuit.

Join the 45th Haworth Hobble on Saturday 14 March 2026, a challenging 51 km fell ultra across gritstone moors with about 1,340 m of climb. Remote trails, trackers and strict checkpoints make this a rewarding test for experienced runners.

Punk Panther Welcome Way is a scenic but testing trail around Otley that winds over moorland, rivers, reservoirs and woodland across distances from 13 miles to 50 miles. Limited to 200 runners, it includes checkpoints, support and UTMB poin..