Thirsk
Trail Running Calendar near Thirsk 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Thirsk for 2026-2027! We've gathered 96 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.
PARAS'10 Catterick on 26 September 2026 is a 10 mile multi terrain endurance event at Catterick Garrison. It includes a 10 mile bergen category, a canicross option, and supports the charity SUPPORT OUR PARAS.
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
A 35 mile circular ultra in North Yorkshire that follows the northern Ripon Rowel through trail, woodland and moorland, finishing with a downhill run through Studley Royal deer park.
A 35 miles circular trail run from Studley Roger through Nidderdale AONB, with four staffed checkpoints, a 10 hour time limit, and relay teams of five covering five legs. Finishers receive a medal and a T-shirt.
A roughly 21.7 km trail half marathon around Harkerside and Apedale in Swaledale, featuring moorland trods, mandatory kit and a 200 runner limit.
A roughly 42 km trail race across Swaledale and Wensleydale with moorland tracks, navigation sections, mandatory kit and a short-course diversion at Dent's Houses.
Headtorch trail around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs with half marathon, 10 km and 5 km options, on-course water and finisher medals.
An evening 10k trail in the enclosed Kiplin Hall estate combining gardens, woodland and lakeside paths, with refreshments, trophies and limited on-site parking.
Tackle the Viking Chase, a 12 km fell race across the North York Moors on 11 Oct 2026, featuring 572 m of climb and sweeping moorland views. Entry on the day, adults only, with proceeds to Cleveland Mountain Rescue.
Self navigated 50k from Grassington through Malham Tarn, Buckden Pike and parts of the Dales Way with GPX files, aid stations, live tracking and a minimum age of 20.
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 9 km fell race around Sutton Bank Visitor Centre with 250 m climb, unmarked sections requiring navigation and full FRA mandatory kit.
Trail ultramarathon along the Nidderdale Way with 13, 20, 32 and 55 mile options through classic Yorkshire landmarks and supplied trackers for all entrants.
Tackle Lockton Limping, a scenic fell race across the North York Moors covering 11.2 km with 350 m of climb and sweeping views. Entry is on the day at Lockton Village Hall, perfect for both competitive and social runners.
Obstacle-course race at Aske estate for dogs and owners, with 5 km and 10 km routes, dozens of marked obstacles and an 850 m muddy assault section.