Carnforth
Trail Running Calendar near Carnforth 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Carnforth for 2026-2027! We've gathered 122 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
A backyard ultra in Gisburn Forest where runners complete a single off road loop each hour until one remains; limited field, basecamp at Stephen Park and prize money.
Trail running in Glenridding with 5 km, 10 km and 15 km routes on marked trails around Ullswater and the foothills of Helvellyn.
Looped marathon and half marathon around Gargrave with Yorkshire Dales scenery to the Broughton Stone Circle, a volunteer non profit fundraiser for a Jamboree participant.
A night-time multi-terrain 5k at Lawsons Showground, Blackpool, featuring mud, water, compulsory headtorches and a chip-timed finish with a finisher medal.
November 2026
Scenic trail running on Ullswater's eastern shore with boat sailings when possible, marked 10 km and 14 km courses, compulsory kit and an event village with local traders.
Tackle a scenic but testing fell race in Dunnerdale, Lake District: 8 km with a 550 m climb over rugged hills. Pre entry only, join solo or as a three person team for a classic Broughton Mills Village Hall start.
A community trail race on the Cartmel peninsula of about 8 miles 13 km with marked and marshalled routes, local prizes and proceeds supporting nearby projects.
Tackle the sweeping slopes of Arnside Knott in the Dave Shinn Memorial Race, a testing 6 mile fell route with 333 m of climb. Enter on the day at Hollins Farm and enjoy cake, local camaraderie and stunning Lake District views.
Charity run in Stanley Park, Blackpool on World Diabetes Day supporting Breakthrough T1D with a 3.1 mile loop and options up to ultra distance.
A 27 km AL fell race from Barley Village Hall requiring navigation and mandatory kit, with enforced cut-offs at CP4 and CP6.
A 5 km fell race in Litton, England on 15 November 2025 with 362 m of ascent. Pre-entry and on-the-day entry are available for seniors; separate junior races have on-the-day entry only. Venue and parking at the Queens Arms.
A club 15km trail race on 22 November 2026 at The Griffin's Head in Altham, organised by Accrington Road Runners; entry fee £9.20.
A self-navigated winter challenge of 24 miles with a 10 hour limit, checkpoints and refreshments, limited to 130 entrants with a waiting list.
Tackle Kirkby Moor's classic BM fell race on Sat 28 Nov 2026, a 10.5 km route with 490 m of climb across stunning Lake District terrain. Entry on the day from Kirkby Community Centre, with team entries and season trophies at stake.
A 7.5 mile clockwise recce from Alpkit Ambleside along Wansfell with two pace groups, cafe stop and pre-run coffee.
A scenic 10 km trail loop in Blackpool on 29 November 2026, passing Marton Mere and Blackpool Zoo with a bespoke finisher medal.
December 2026
A 9 km fell race in York. Dales on 5 December 2026 with 450 m ascent, on-the-day entry for £10 includes soup and a roll and registration at the Fat Lamb Country Inn.
A blindfolded navigation challenge in Kendal where participants are dropped at unknown locations and must find their own way back on foot. Options include 6 miles for non-locals, 10 miles, and 15 miles; devices are surrendered at registration.