Pontefract
Trail Running Calendar near Pontefract 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Pontefract for 2026-2027! We've gathered 136 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A 5.6 Miles scenic undulating trail through fields, woodland and the Quaker Village near Upper Denby, with homemade flapjack for finishers and prizes across age categories.
September 2026
A 7.1 km fell race on 5 September 2026 across the Longshaw estate and Grindleford Valley, run under FRA rules with race entry including access to the Sheepdog Trials.
A self navigated Totley AC fell race of about 17 miles and 1,066 m climb over mixed terrain, run under FRA rules with mandatory kit, limited parking and two water stations.
Approximately 10 km trail race around Waverley Lakes near Handsworth and Treeton in Sheffield on 6 September 2026, off road and fully marshalled with age category prizes.
Enjoy a Peak District fell race at Oxspring Playing Field, a punchy 6.2 km course with 190 m of ascent through scenic terrain. On the day entries welcome for a modest fee and the event is part of an eight race series.
A 100 mile ultra on runnable trails through Sherwood Forest and towpaths, with two forest loops, well stocked aid stations, a 30 hour cutoff, drop bag points and pacers allowed from about mile 51.
A full 100 km circuit of Leeds on the Leeds Country Way with nine aid stations, mandatory GPX navigation and required safety kit.
A 20 mile off road traverse across nine gritstone edges from Fairholmes to the Robin Hood Inn raising funds for Edale Mountain Rescue Team with walking, running and climbing options.
A chip timed 6.0 mile trail race in Colne Valley with 300 m ascent on a single marked and marshalled lap finishing at Zapato Brewery.
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.
A charity trail running festival in Huddersfield with 50 mile, 50 km, 27 km and 10 km options across Yorkshire moorland and reservoirs. Routes are waymarked and supported with checkpoints, feed stations and a village atmosphere.
Trail trail races in Knaresborough on 20 September 2026 offering 10kmish and half marathon distances, UKA licensed, with a jumble medal and hot food.
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.
Trail running near Otley that passes seven reservoirs, offering 13, 20 and 32 mile options with trackers, checkpoints and a mandatory kit list.
Inflatable 5K in York features giant inflatable obstacles, five music zones and distances of 2.5k 5k 10k and 15k, with medals, refreshments and family participation rules.
Trail running at Ladybower Reservoir on 26 September 2026 with 21K and 52K routes, marked courses, stocked aid stations and chip timing.