Pontefract
Trail Running Calendar near Pontefract 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Pontefract for 2026-2027! We've gathered 146 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A short summer trail series in Sheffield with three approx 5 km runs that finish at local pubs, including a free beer and support for smaller venues.
A FRA-registered fell race at Fairholmes Visitor Centre on 7 August 2026, covering 10.9 km with 486 m ascent and limited to 250 runners.
An 8.5 kilometre gently undulating trail around Lotherton Hall and nearby farmland near Leeds, with on-site parking and a finisher medal.
A summer loop of about 20 miles through the Cordwell and Linacre valleys in North Derbyshire with two fully stocked checkpoints and GPX route data.
An eight hour event at Temple Newsam Park where participants complete as many 5 km mixed-terrain loops as possible, with lap timing, aid station and a medal for finishers.
A six hour timed circuit event on farm fields at Thonock Lane Farm in Gainsborough. Runners complete 2.5 km laps with on-course drink and food stations and receive a themed medal and goody bag.
A two-lap fell race of 6 km with 370 m of climb around Cartworth Moor, organised by Holmfirth Harriers with marked and marshalled routes and on-the-day entry.
A moorland fell race around Ilkley with a 35 km loop and a 21 km point to point option. The unmarked route crosses multiple moors, has two aid stations and requires runners to use a GPX or route map.
A fell race in Crowden on 16 August 2026 following the Pennine Way to Black Hill and Soldiers Lump. Online and on-the-day entry options are available, minimum age 18, limited parking and a GPX route is provided.
A two hour, in-person introduction to trail running at Ardsley Reservoir with supported guidance, practical gear tips, and optional trial trail shoes.
Approx 5 mile undulating trail at Treeton with supportive marshals and post race refreshments at the cricket club.
Part of a three date summer trail series in Sheffield, this free social run at The Botanical Arms is about 5 km off road and finishes at a pub with a free beer.
A 7-mile undulating multi-terrain trail race through Adel Woods, Scotland Woods and Meanwood Park in Leeds, with chip-timed prizes and fundraising for St Gemma’s Hospice.
A six hour timed circuit in Penistone on an old railway route offering distances from 5 km to an ultra with lap aid stations and finisher medals.
Take on the Trunce 8, a classic Peak District fell race starting and finishing at Oxspring Playing Field. The 6.2 km route climbs 190 m and entry is on the day for £3, with a junior 3 km race for over 10s at £1.