Trail Running Calendar Yorkshire and The Humber 2025-2026

The Yorkshire Trail Runs at Harewood House, Leeds, offer scenic trail running across over 1,000 acres of gardens, woodlands, and farmland. Set in the heart of Yorkshire, this event features three distances: 5km, 10km, and a half marathon, catering to runners aged 11 and above. The courses showcase t..

The Skipton Sweetie Skedaddle is a versatile running event held in Skipton, Yorkshire, along the scenic Leeds and Liverpool Canal towpath. Offering distances from 5K up to an ultra marathon, the flat, even out-and-back course suits runners of all levels, from beginners to ultra marathoners. The rout..

Let's Run Adventures hosts the annual Hardmoors 55 Recce, a 25-mile running event from Cod Beck near Osmotherley to Helmsley in North Yorkshire. This recce covers a challenging section of the Hardmoors 55 route, including night-time ascents at Black Hambleton and White Horse. Runners are grouped and..

The Kirkstall Calverley Cutter & Kirkstall Bridge 10km, organized by Great Owl Running, is a winter running event held in Leeds. It features two distances: a challenging 16km trail race showcasing scenic views of the Leeds Liverpool Canal, River Aire, and the tough Calverley Cutting, and a fast, fla..

NAV4 LAW75 is a challenging 75-mile winter endurance event taking place from Skipton to Appleby, following the scenic Lady Anne's Way with sections of The Dales Way and Pennine Journey. Scheduled over a weekend in February 2026, participants can race continuously or opt for an overnight break. The r..

The Grim Leodis Challenge is a 6.5-mile undulating loop race held near Wyther Lane, Kirkstall, alongside the Leeds and Liverpool Canal and the River Aire. The course features a mix of canal towpath, riverbank trails, and a short road section, offering runners varied terrain and scenic views. The lap..

The Billing is a unique winter running event organized by Great Owl Running, taking place in February. This approximately 14km race starts at the Emmott Arms in Rawdon, Leeds, and features a challenging course that includes a climb up The Billing, a lap around the Leeds Bradford Airport perimeter, a..

The Cracoe Cracker Challenge is a scenic running and walking event held in the Yorkshire Dales, starting from Cracoe Village Hall in North Yorkshire. Participants can choose between a 25-mile or 12-mile route, both offering beautiful countryside views. The event welcomes walkers and runners aged 16..

SilverBackTrails Lilla’s Revenge is a 10-mile trail running event held in the scenic North York Moors National Park. The course follows part of the iconic Lykewake long-distance footpath, visiting historic sites such as Lilla Howe, home to the oldest cross on the Moors, and Louven Howe, a Neolithic/..

The Tibthorpe Loop is a half marathon trail event set in the scenic Yorkshire Wolds, starting and finishing at the eco-friendly Field House Camping & Coffee Barn near Tibthorpe, Driffield. The course is an easy-to-navigate, undulating but non-technical 13.1-mile route with 1,200 feet of elevation ga..

The Haworth Hobble is a challenging 32-mile (51 km) fell running event organized by the Keighley and Craven Athletics Club. It traverses gritstone moors around Haworth, Todmorden, and Hebden Bridge in the UK, featuring approximately 4,400 feet (1,340 meters) of ascent and descent. The race starts at..

WODland - Endurorun is an inclusive trail running event taking place in Holmfirth, Great Britain, on March 14, 2026. Participants can choose from various distances, including 5km, 10km, and 20km, or take on the unique 6-hour challenge, where individuals or teams can complete as many 5km loops as pos..

"We Need to Talk About Chevin" is a challenging fell race held in Otley, starting and finishing on Station Road near The Black Horse pub, which serves as race HQ and offers post-race refreshments. The main race covers 14km (9 miles) with 650m (2130ft) of elevation, featuring tough climbs including t..

The Canalathon Ultra Running Festival, held at Sowerby Bridge Cricket Club in West Yorkshire, offers a scenic running experience along the Rochdale Canal through historic industrial towns in Yorkshire and Lancashire. The event features multiple distances: 100km, 50km, half marathon, and 10km, suitab..

The Blubberhouses Moor will take place in Harrogate on Sunday 22 March 2026.

The Silva Moors Traverse is an 80km ultra-distance running event following Alfred Wainwright’s iconic coast-to-coast route from Ingleby Cross to Robin Hood’s Bay in northern England. The course traces the northern edge of the North York Moors National Park and winds through eastern Yorkshire, finish..

Tear or Jeff along the Towpath - Rodley is a scenic running event held along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal near Rodley, Yorkshire. The course features a flat, even towpath ideal for runners of all levels, from beginners to ultra marathoners. Distances range from 5K up to an ultra marathon, with an o..

The Woldsman is a challenging endurance event held at Driffield Showground in East Yorkshire, featuring two distance options: 30 miles and 50 miles. Participants traverse the scenic Yorkshire Wolds, with the 50-mile course to be completed within 20 hours. The event offers a supportive atmosphere wit..

The Yorkshire Trail Runs at Bramham Park offer 5km, 10km, and half marathon trail running events suitable for all fitness levels. Set in the scenic Bramham Park, a Grade I listed 18th-century estate in West Yorkshire, runners enjoy well-established woodland trails spanning over 1,200 acres. The cour..

The Ranger Ultras PB137km Trail Challenge is a demanding 137km trail running event held along the Pennine Bridleway, spanning West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire moors, and finishing in Cumbria. Participants have 50 hours to complete the course, which features 3,275 meters of ascent over runnable trails..