Trail Running Calendar Yorkshire and The Humber 2025-2026

Hubble Bubble Day 2 is a Halloween-themed running event held along the scenic Leeds to Liverpool Canal at Kirkstall, Leeds. The course is a flat, out-and-back trail, ideal for runners of all levels, from beginners to seasoned athletes aiming for personal bests. Participants can choose from seven dis..

The White Rose Ultra is a challenging ultra-marathon held in Yorkshire, featuring a scenic 30-mile route around the Calder Valley. This event allows participants to immerse themselves in the stunning countryside while testing their endurance. The course includes a variety of terrains, such as rugged..

The Shepherds Skyline Fell Race, organized by Todmorden Harriers, is a popular fell running event held near Todmorden in the South Pennines. The race covers approximately 10 kilometers with 350 meters of ascent, featuring a fast yet muddy course. A notable challenge includes a steep descent from Sto..

Old Mother Shipton's Soft Shoe Shuffle is a scenic trail running event held in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire. Participants can choose from various distances including approximately 10k, half marathon, 20 miler, marathon, and ultra marathon, all based on laps of a 6.5-mile trail course. The route ge..

The Gunpowder Plod 2025 is a multi-distance running event held at York Knavesmire, featuring a 5k loop course mostly on paved service tracks with about 1k on grass. Runners can choose to complete 1, 2, or 3 loops on the day, with no time cut-offs, making it suitable for all levels. A family fun run..

The Soyland Moor Fell Race is a challenging 13.5-mile fell running event held in Calderdale, West Yorkshire, starting and finishing at the Hinchliffe Arms in Cragg Vale. Featuring 1,300 feet of ascent, the course includes a steep tarmac climb from the pub, traverses the boggy Sunderland Pasture, and..

The Swinsty & Fewston Reservoir Autumn Day 1 event, organized by It's Grim Up North Running, offers a scenic 6.6-mile loop around the picturesque Fewston and Swinsty reservoirs near Otley, Yorkshire. The mainly off-road course features undulating terrain on good trails, showcasing beautiful autumnal..

The Brigantia Hogsheads Challenge 2025 is a 6-hour timed running event held at York Sports Village on a flat 1km cycle circuit. Open to runners aged 9 and above, participants can run any distance they choose within the 6-hour window, from a single lap to the full duration. The event celebrates Celti..

The Swinsty & Fewston Reservoir Autumn Day 2 is a scenic trail running event organized by It's Grim Up North Running, located at Swinsty & Fewston Reservoir Car Park in Otley, Yorkshire. The main course is a 6.6-mile undulating loop around both reservoirs, featuring good trail terrain and stunning a..

Hardmoors 26.2: Goathland is a challenging trail running event held in the scenic North York Moors and Cleveland Heritage Coastline. Scheduled for November 8, 2025, it features circular courses including a 27.5-mile trail marathon with 4,800 feet of ascent, a half marathon, and a 10k. The routes are..

Moonlight Meander is a unique night trail running event held at Swinsty & Fewston Reservoir near Otley, Yorkshire. Participants can choose between a 4-mile or 8-mile looped course through wooded terrain, illuminated by head-torches, fairy lights, and lanterns. The course features undulating elevatio..

Grim Reservoir Dogs is a charming trail running event held around the scenic Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs in North Yorkshire. Participants can choose between a 3.3-mile or 6.6-mile looped course, both designed to be enjoyed alongside your dog. The route showcases the beautiful reservoir landscapes..

Run Bolton Abbey is a scenic trail running event held at Bolton Abbey Estate in North Yorkshire, offering distances from a 2.4-mile family fun run up to a half marathon (13.1 miles). The course is hilly and runs through stunning autumnal trails around the Abbey, including areas usually closed to the..

The Wadsworth Half Trog is a challenging fell running event held near Hebden Bridge, starting from the Hare and Hounds Pub in Chiserley. Covering 9.3 miles (15 km) with 1,400 feet (420 m) of ascent, the race offers tough, varied terrain reminiscent of the full Trog but at a shorter distance. The cou..

Gods Own Backyard Ultra Fall 2025 is an endurance running event held at Hunters Greave, Pollard Lane, Hawksworth, Leeds, UK. Competitors run a 4.167-mile loop every hour on the hour, needing to complete each loop within the hour to continue. The race continues until only one runner completes a loop..

The Litton Birks Fell Race is a challenging 5km fell running event held in Litton, North Yorkshire, within the scenic Yorkshire Dales National Park. The course features approximately 362 meters of ascent, taking runners through the beautiful landscapes of Littondale and Upper Wharfedale. The race st..

The Punk Panther Wharfedale Skyline is a trail running event held around the scenic Wharfedale Skyline near Otley, Ilkley, and Guiseley in the UK. It offers three distances: a half marathon (13 miles), a 20-mile race, and a challenging 34-mile ultramarathon, with climbs ranging from 1,700 to 4,800 f..

The Meanwood Holly Hustle is a 10.5km (6.5 miles) forest trail run held in Meanwood, Leeds, featuring a challenging course with 200m of elevation. The route showcases scenic trails through Meanwood Park, the Hollies woodlands, and the Meanwood Valley Trail, passing landmarks like the Seven Arches vi..

The West Yorkshire Winter League (WYWL) is a cross country running series held across various locations in West Yorkshire from November to February. The 2025-26 season features six challenging races, each covering 5 to 6 miles over hilly terrain. The league is exclusive to fully paid-up members of 1..

The Maravan Half 2025 - Saturday is a unique half marathon event held at Haven Thorpe Park Holiday Park in Humberston. Scheduled for November 22, 2025, this race features a flat, multi-terrain course consisting of four slightly shorter laps around the holiday park. Limited to just 40 entrants, the e..