North West (England)
Trail Running Calendar North West (England) 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in North West (England) for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 338 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in North West (England) below and join the trail community at these great events!
November 2026
Trail races of 10K, 21K and 42K through Delamere Forest with marked routes, GPX files, aid stations for longer distances, chip timing and finisher medals.
A 15 km club trail race in Altham on 22 November 2026, part of Accrington Road Runners points series with an entry fee of £9.20.
Tackle Kirkby Moor's classic BM fell race on Sat 28 Nov 2026, a 10.5 km route with 490 m of climb across stunning Lake District terrain. Entry on the day from Kirkby Community Centre, with team entries and season trophies at stake.
Timed laps along the River Mersey at Chorlton Water Park within a seven hour limit, with a handmade knitted bee and Phoenix medal; £2 from each entry goes to Ray's of Sunshine.
Community running event at Alderley Park on 28 November 2026 with 5k, 10k and half marathon options, mixed road and trail routes, and post-race music and food.
A 7.5 miles clockwise recce from Alpkit Ambleside along the Wansfell section of The Lap with multiple pace groups and a cafe stop on route.
Liverpool Cross Challenge at Sefton Park on 28 November 2026 combines cross-country races from 1.6 km to 8 km with European selection trials and specified prize amounts.
A winter fell race at Thirlmere Recreation Hall covering about 6.4 km with roughly 700 m of ascent, chip timing, prizes and a 150 runner limit.
A 10K undulating trail loop in Blackpool on 29 November 2026 passing Marton Mere, Blackpool Zoo and Stanley Park with bespoke finisher medals and on-course refreshments.
Team relay at Lee Mill Quarry near Stubbylee Hall Rossendale where teams of four each run a flagged 10.7k course with strict kit checks and a 120 team limit.
December 2026
A 5K out and back fell race from Kettleshulme to Windgather Rocks with an opportunity to try Kailas trail shoes and refreshments included.
Category AS fell handicap race near Ennerdale on 5 December 2026 with individual start times, mountain kit requirements and free parking.
A 9 km fell race in York. Dales on 5 December 2026 with 450 m ascent, on-the-day entry for £10 includes soup and a roll and registration at the Fat Lamb Country Inn.
A blindfolded navigation challenge in Kendal where participants are dropped at unknown locations and must find their own way back on foot. Options include 6 miles for non-locals, 10 miles, and 15 miles; devices are surrendered at registration.
Phoenix Running at Hardy Farm on 05 December 2026 with a limited edition yellow soft toy for the first 50 registrants, on-site aid station, parking and medals.
A 10K trail race through Tatton Park with mixed terrain and a final 1 km on closed roads, organised by Run North West in support of Move charity.
A chip timed forest event on the south side of Whinlatter offering 10k and 5k routes with individual starts and options to run with up to two dogs.
A Lakeland Paws canicross event at Grizedale, part of the 2026/2027 fifth series of monthly forest runs where participants run with their dogs.
A winter trail challenge in Appley Bridge on December 6 2026, just over 20 miles with 2345 ft ascent, self-navigation, a 12 mile water stop, and compulsory kit.
BigXmas Trail Festival on 13 December 2026 offers three trail distances at Sale Water Park in Greater Manchester. Courses are marked and marshalled with aid stations on the half and marathon, chip timing, and a finishers medal or tree planting option..