Barnsley
Trail Running Calendar near Barnsley 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Barnsley for 2026-2027! We've gathered 219 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
A Peak District fell race based at Hathersage Primary School featuring a 9.9 km course with 355 m of ascent. Pre-entry and limited on-the-day entry are offered, and a separate junior fun run is organised by the school PTA.
Trail running at Ladybower Reservoir on 26 September 2026 with 21K and 52K routes, marked courses, stocked aid stations and chip timing.
A 13 km fell race on Ilkley Moor with 370 m ascent, mixed rocky and forest terrain, basic facilities and mandatory waterproofs plus compass and whistle.
New for 2026, Clumber Dirty Dozen is a 12 mile trail race around National Trust Clumber Park on 26 September with marshals, water stations and finishers medals.
October 2026
An annual waymarked trail around Rotherham offering individual and relay options over 80 km or 50 miles, with varied terrain, GPS maps and checkpoint support. The event is licensed by the Trail Running Association and run under UK Athletics rules.
Looped 5.64 km event at Hardwick Hall Estate on 3 September 2026 with a six hour lap option and bespoke finisher medals; field limited to 150 runners.
A 20.3 mile Peak District walk/run with 850 m ascent, a signposted route via Eyam and Chatsworth, and proceeds supporting outdoor learning at Thornbridge Outdoors.
Castle C’alf in Hebden Bridge is a scenic 12 km fell race on Sun 4 Oct 2026 with about 490 m of climb across flagged moorland and private estate terrain. Pre entry opens mid September, places are limited and FRA mandatory kit is required.
A junior fell running race in the Pennines for ages 6 and up. The 2 km course starts near a classic pub. Entry is available on the day.
A traffic free one lap 5K through Roundhay Park that passes the lake and climbs to the Mansion House. Entries are limited to 300, chip timing is provided and finishers receive medals and individual prizes.
Castle Carr is a 24 km fell race in the South/West Pennines near Hebden Bridge on 4 October 2026, with about 1200 m of ascent and official FRA permit and insurance.
Headtorch trail around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs with half marathon, 10 km and 5 km options, on-course water and finisher medals.
Tideswell Terminator is a Peak District fell race on 10 October 2026, covering 9.1 km with 283 m of climb across scenic hills. Pre entry only, age 18 plus, this short course is a bracing test for fell runners.
Second edition trail half marathon from Drone Valley Brewery in Derbyshire, with varied terrain, about 1,700 feet ascent, a finisher medal and a free pint voucher.