Castleford
Trail Running Calendar near Castleford 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Castleford for 2026-2027! We've gathered 144 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
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.
A 35 mile circular ultra in North Yorkshire that follows the northern Ripon Rowel through trail, woodland and moorland, finishing with a downhill run through Studley Royal deer park.
A 35 miles circular trail run from Studley Roger through Nidderdale AONB, with four staffed checkpoints, a 10 hour time limit, and relay teams of five covering five legs. Finishers receive a medal and a T-shirt.
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.
A 6.2 mile fell race from Penistone Hill Country Park via The Stoop and Top Withins, part of the Woodentops series with chip timing and a detailed prize list.
Junior races on short quarry and moorland circuits at Penistone Hill, with new 2026 age groups and distances from 600 m to 2,900 m. Minimum age 6, entry £2, goody bags and prizes for top three in each category.
A Trail Running Association licensed event in Brighouse offering 5K, 10K and half marathon routes with pay on the day entry and finisher rewards.
Trail festival in Knaresborough on a 6.5 mile lap offering 10k, half, 20 mile, marathon and ultra distances with feed stations and a finisher medal.
A 3 hour mountain marathon score event in the Dark Peak. Run solo or in a pair, navigating with a waterproof map. Post race refreshments are provided.
A Halloween themed trail event on the Leeds to Liverpool Canal in Kirkstall offering distances from a family friendly 1 mile to ultra marathon. The licensed course is marshalled and features drink stations, Halloween medals and spot prizes.
November 2026
A TRA-licensed trail event around Fewston and Swinsty reservoirs featuring an undulating 6.7-mile loop and multiple race distances. The course is waymarked and marshalled, with aid stations, on-site facilities, and a bespoke finisher medal.
An 11 km fell run in Burley-in-Wharfedale on 7 November 2026 with 250 m of climb. Pre-entry and entry on the day are possible at modest fees, the event is for adults and carries FRA permit insurance.