Wakefield
Trail Running Calendar near Wakefield 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Wakefield for 2026-2027! We've gathered 223 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
A trail half marathon of 13.1 miles from Drone Valley Brewery in Unstone, featuring varied terrain, a finisher's medal and a free pint voucher.
A 6.2 mile fell race (820 ft ascent) around Penistone Hill Country Park via Top Withins and Bronte Bridge; seniors over 18, £5 onsite entry and junior races with goody bags.
A relaxed run, jog or walk in Brighouse on 17 October 2026 with 5K, 10K and half marathon distances, pay on the day cash only and a jumble medal and food for finishers.
National fell and hill relay championships in Todmorden on 17 October 2026, featuring four varied legs across moorland and woodland with FRA kit and navigation rules.
Team relay cross country championships in Sheffield on 17 October 2026 with junior and senior races, club eligibility rules and championship medals.
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 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 three hour fell score event in Edale where competitors choose their own routes across Peak District hills, score controls, and compete solo or in pairs.
Trail ultramarathon on the Nidderdale Way with four distance options up to 55 miles, iconic Yorkshire scenery and supplied trackers.
Fell race from the Summit Inn in Littleborough covering 4.3 miles with over 800 ft of ascent, junior categories and Halloween costume 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
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.
A 10 km Category BS fell race on 7 November 2026 with about 350 m ascent, run on a fast muddy course featuring a steep descent off Stoodley Pike.
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.