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.
October 2026
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.
Regency themed 5km trail at Castle Howard on 11 October 2026 for runners and their dogs, featuring a live string quartet, a mass regency dance, camping and timed results.
Trail event in Knaresborough offering 10k, half marathon, 20 mile, marathon and ultra with laps on a 6.5 mile course, feed stations and finisher medal.
A 9 km fell race at Sutton Bank with 250 m of climb, navigational sections and mandatory FRA kit as part of the winter fell race series.
A trail ultramarathon on the Nidderdale Way visiting iconic Yorkshire sites with four distances from 13 to 55 miles and mandatory trackers and kit.
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 event for dogs and owners at Aske estate near Richmond, North Yorkshire, offering 5 km and 10 km courses with dozens of marked obstacles.
Night trail race at Sutton Bank Visitor Centre covering 7 miles with 344 m ascent, a 150 runner limit and a three hour time limit.
November 2026
A TRA-licensed trail run on a 6.7-mile reservoir loop around Fewston and Swinsty, with multiple distances, aid stations, marshals, and a cup-less policy.
An 11 km fell run in Burley-in-Wharfedale on 7 November 2026 with 250 m of climb. Pre-entry and entry on the day are possible at modest fees, the event is for adults and carries FRA permit insurance.
Dog friendly trail race around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs in North Yorkshire with 3.3 mi and 6.7 mi loop options on well signed off road trails.
A 24 mile LDWA challenge walk in the Hambleton Hills with 3,500 ft ascent, checkpoints and compulsory kit; online entries open from 22nd June.
A 24 hour trail event near Yarm where runners complete a 6.7 km lap each hour for up to 24 hours, limited to 100 places and raising funds for Everymancan.
Trail races of 13, 20 and 35 miles around the Wharfedale hills near Otley with checkpoints, mandatory kit and tracker provision for ultras.
A 20 km fell race near Pickering in the North York Moors on 15 November 2026, held from Levisham Village Hall with 500 m of climb. Day entry is available with modest fees and teams are allowed.
Charity 5K at Cowpen Bewley Woodland Park on 22 November 2026, a two lap trail event raising funds for Zoe's Place and NeoAngels.
A 24 hour ultra running route from Marsden to Ilkley of about 50 to 51 miles that visits six Stanza Stones with poems by Simon Armitage and crosses South Pennine moorland.