Lancaster
Trail Running Calendar near Lancaster 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Lancaster for 2026-2027! We've gathered 102 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
A two-lap trail 5 km around Clowbridge Reservoir, part of a three-race series on 3, 10 and 17 September 2026, open to runners aged 11 and over.
A four mile evening trail run along the Wyre estuary on 10 September 2026 with an aid station, a medal, a 187 ml bottle of wine and cheese and crackers for finishers.
A fully way marked 47 mile trail ultra around Lake Windermere open to runners and walkers with GPS support, five feed stations and a 24 hour time limit.
An outdoor obstacle course event in Gisburn, Ribble Valley Lancashire on 12 September 2026 offering 12 km and 6 km military style courses plus an elite 12 km race.
A one lap 10K trail run through Yarrow Valley on 13 September 2026, routed along woodland paths and riverside trails with crossings of the River Yarrow. Based at the Flaming Grill Pub, entry is listed at £16 and every finisher receives a medal.
A trail 5 km race around Clowbridge Reservoir, held as part of a three-race autumn series in September 2026, open to runners aged 11 and over.
A half marathon on Saturday 19 September 2026 at Lakeland Maze Farm Park near Kendal, running over farm trails and through the maze. Entry includes maze access, chip timing, medals, three water stations and parking.
A 22 km fell race from Tilberthwaite Farm with about 1,535 m of ascent on a route new from 2025. Run under FRA rules, entry is limited to 350 and requires mandatory kit and navigation skills.
A 24 hour trail event at Leighton Hall with a 5.75 km lap, solo and team options, live timing, on-course support, camping and family activities.
A point to point 30 miles ultra along the coast from Blackpool Tower to Lancaster Castle that includes a ferry crossing between Fleetwood and Knott End. The event features chip timing, aid stations and mandatory kit checks.
A guided, supported high-level Lake District traverse covering 50 km, 3,500 m ascent and 21 summits between Broughton Mills and Keswick.
A charity relay in Malham on 27 September 2026 with mixed teams formed on the day and an entry fee of £5 per person. The route climbs near the summit of Cawden Hill then returns on a direct descent.
A BM-category fell race in Waddington covering about 11.3 km with 415 m ascent, marshalled route, a trig-point checkpoint and a Summit House Farm cutoff.
A loop trail event in Blackpool offering 10K, half, marathon and ultra distances on a 10K loop with medals and on-course refreshments.
October 2026
A six-hour timed trail event in Cuerden Valley featuring 5 km laps, half and full marathon options, on-course aid, medals, and a donation to the park.
Langdale Horseshoe is a 21.1 km October fell race over rocky, pathless terrain that requires prior mountain running experience. Entries open 1 August via SI Entries and the field is limited to 550 competitors.
A 50 miles, 4000m ascent mountain traverse from Caldbeck to Cartmel via Helvellyn Ridge and the western shore of Windermere with enforced mountain kit and feed stations.
A charity 10 km trail run in the Ribble Valley with riverside paths, on-site drinks and a free meal, raising funds for Chipping Football Club's new 3G pitch.
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.
Run the Bronte Way fell race through the South/West Pennines, a scenic 12 km point to point with 351 m of climb. Pre entry only with limited bus support and a warming soup and roll at the finish make this a classic autumn challenge.