Pontefract
Trail Running Calendar near Pontefract 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Pontefract for 2026-2027! We've gathered 143 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
A multi distance walking and running event based in Hathersage with routes from 25 km to 100 miles. Teams and qualified solo entrants can self navigate or join led groups with professional Mountain Leaders.
Charity trail festival in Huddersfield with 50 mile, 50 km, 27 km and 10 km routes across Yorkshire moorland and reservoir trails.
Trail trail races in Knaresborough on 20 September 2026 offering 10 kmish and half marathon routes, licensed under UKA rules with finisher rewards and multiple entry options.
A category B fell race in Hathersage organised by Fat Boys Running Club, about 10 km with 355 m ascent, with separate junior 2 km and 3 km races.
Social trail run in Sheffield on 20 Sep 2026, roughly 6 to 8 km, with INOV8 shoe trials and a post-run visit to The Botanical Arms.
Waterside trail near Otley past seven reservoirs with 13, 20 and 32 mile options; mandatory kit list and trackers for ultras, finishers receive a medal and T shirt.
An inflatable obstacle run in York on 26 September 2026 with distances from 2.5k to 15k, inflatables, music zones, finisher medals and family and group entry options.
Trail running at Ladybower Reservoir on 26 September 2026 with 21K and 52K routes, marked courses, stocked aid stations and chip timing.
A multi terrain fell race in Ilkley covering about 8.1 miles with 1,214 ft of ascent, FRA mandatory waterproof kit, basic facilities and water stations on the course.
A 5 Miles mixed terrain race around Knaresborough circling the River Nidd, with medals, local prizes and funds raised for Yorkshire Air Ambulance.
Chip timed flat rural 10k through Sutton Park and quiet roads with start and finish on the village playing field in Sutton on the Forest.
October 2026
A historic 80 km trail ultra through the South Yorkshire Forest featuring an undulating 50 mile circular route with 800 m of ascent and seven supported checkpoints.
Two days of fully off road races at Bramham Park on 3 and 4 October 2026, featuring trail runs, a 70 km gravel sportive and junior and adult duathlons.
A 12 km (7 miles) Yorkshire fell race across Castle Carr estate, Midgley Moor and Warley Moor, FRA licensed and run as a non-GPS event with mandatory navigation kit.
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.
A category AL fell race of about 24 km with 1200 m ascent across Castle Carr estate and surrounding moors near Hebden Bridge, with FRA licensing and mandatory kit requirements.