Pontefract
Trail Running Calendar near Pontefract 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Pontefract for 2026-2027! We've gathered 175 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
Race 1 of the PECO XC League at Temple Newsam Country Park is an undulating single lap cross country of about 4.5 to 5.0 miles; season ticket costs £17.
Trail running around Otley, Ilkley and Guiseley with half marathon, 20-mile and ultramarathon options, checkpoint support and required safety kit.
Trail races along the Leeds/Liverpool Canal in Kirkstall on 14 Nov 2026 offering 5K, 10K and half marathon distances; online entries closed, pay on the day cash only.
A backyard ultra at Hunters Greave where runners complete repeated 4.167 mile loops each hour until only one runner finishes a solo lap and is declared champion.
Forest trail race in Meanwood covering 10.5 km with 200 m elevation via Meanwood Park, the Hollies and Meanwood Valley Trail; soup provided to finishers.
A 3-hour mountain marathon score event in the Dark Peak. Run solo or with a partner, navigating with a provided map. Post-race refreshments are included.
Leeds MoRun at Roundhay Park on 15 November 2026 offers 1.5k, 5k, 10k and Half Marathon distances to raise funds and awareness for Movember. The event includes chip timing, finisher medals and a fancy dress competition.
A six-race team and individual trail league across West Yorkshire from November to January with 5 to 6 mile hilly courses and club-only entry.
Hathersage Night Race is an 8 km fell race in the Peak District with 320 m climb, FRA permit, online pre entry and required head torch and full FRA kit.
A 5.8 Mile circular fell race from Marsden Cricket Club featuring slabbed Pennine Way sections, boggy terrain, reservoirs and 1026 ft of ascent.
A team fell race between runners and cyclists over an 8.3 km moorland course, with team scoring and the Fisherman Trophy awarded to the winning side.
A 24 hour, 51 mile linear route across the South Pennines visiting six Stanza Stones with poems by Simon Armitage, featuring checkpoints, live tracking and medical support.
A 50 mile linear ultra across the South Pennines linking Marsden and Ilkley, visiting six carved Stanza Stones and Haworth. The event has summer and winter editions, multiple checkpoints with hot food at three indoor locations, live tracking and rout..
December 2026
A 6 km off road run from The Dusty Miller Pub in Longwood with three pie tasting stations, muddy terrain, fancy dress and prizes.
A social four leg pairs relay around Keighley on 5 December 2026 using footpaths, trails and quiet roads; team entry £48 with maps and GPX available.
A flagged Pennine winter fell race of about 6 miles with 1640 ft ascent near Hebden Bridge, using SI timing and FRA mandatory kit checks on 6 December 2026.
Trail races in Otley on 12 December 2026 offering 12, 19 and 32 mile routes with mandatory kit, checkpoint support and tracker provision for ultras.
A winter walk or run on Saturday 12th December 2026 around the moors of Hebden Bridge, covering a 21 mile circular route from Mytholmroyd Community Centre. A Santa hat and a small present are required and Open Tracking is used for safety.