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.
September 2026
A 13 km fell race on Ilkley Moor with 370 m ascent, mixed rocky and forest terrain, basic facilities and mandatory waterproofs plus compass and whistle.
A five mile multi terrain race around Knaresborough and the River Nidd on 27 September 2026, with medals, goody bags and fundraising for Yorkshire Air Ambulance.
Chip timed 10k on flat rural multi terrain through Sutton Park and parts of a former airfield, with start and finish on the village playing field in Sutton on the Forest.
October 2026
An annual waymarked trail around Rotherham offering individual and relay options over 80 km or 50 miles, with varied terrain, GPS maps and checkpoint support. The event is licensed by the Trail Running Association and run under UK Athletics rules.
Castle C’alf in Hebden Bridge is a scenic 12 km fell race on Sun 4 Oct 2026 with about 490 m of climb across flagged moorland and private estate terrain. Pre entry opens mid September, places are limited and FRA mandatory kit is required.
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.
Castle Carr is a 24 km fell race in the South/West Pennines near Hebden Bridge on 4 October 2026, with about 1200 m of ascent and official FRA permit and insurance.
Headtorch trail around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs with half marathon, 10 km and 5 km options, on-course water and finisher medals.
Second edition trail half marathon from Drone Valley Brewery in Derbyshire, with varied terrain, about 1,700 feet ascent, a finisher medal and a free pint voucher.
A 6.2 mile fell race from Penistone Hill Country Park via The Stoop and Top Withins, part of the Woodentops series with chip timing and a detailed prize list.
Junior races on short quarry and moorland circuits at Penistone Hill, with new 2026 age groups and distances from 600 m to 2,900 m. Minimum age 6, entry £2, goody bags and prizes for top three in each category.
A Trail Running Association licensed event in Brighouse offering 5K, 10K and half marathon routes with pay on the day entry and finisher rewards.
Trail festival in Knaresborough on a 6.5 mile lap offering 10k, half, 20 mile, marathon and ultra distances with feed stations and a finisher medal.
A 3 hour mountain marathon score event in the Dark Peak. Run solo or in a pair, navigating with a waterproof map. Post race refreshments are provided.
A Halloween themed trail event on the Leeds to Liverpool Canal in Kirkstall offering distances from a family friendly 1 mile to ultra marathon. The licensed course is marshalled and features drink stations, Halloween medals and spot prizes.
A six hour timed trail at Linacre Reservoirs where runners complete repeated 5 km laps and aim for as many laps as possible. Checkpoints offer food and drinks and every finisher receives a medal.
November 2026