Running Events in Yorkshire and the Humber

2019 sees the Salomon Trail Running Festival expanding to add a brand new location. This year, we will hold an additional event in Edale; in the heart of the Peak District National Park and with direct access to the Pennines way, Edale is an excellent starting place for some of the Peak Districts best trails.

Huddersfield Marathon is a great way to bring your summer to an exciting and fulfilling start. Incorporating a half Marathon and the HD3 Fitness fun run at HQ. It's already on many "to-do" lists for the year!

Join us for the SECOND annual Sheffield Defeat Dementia Superhero Sprint on Saturday 8th June 2019.

This brand new Superhero/Supervillain sprint event consists of a 5km fun run and a 10km race and costume contest on the beautiful Sheffield/Tinsley canal towpath. Wear your favourite superhero or supervillain gear and use your superpowers to walk, run or sprint to the finish line. Its going to be a whole comic strip of fun with a whole lot of running thrown in too!

Burn off some energy, use your superpowers and have a WHOLE load of superhero or supervillain fun!. It's a family friendly 5k,10k with a medal and a FREE goody bag for all finishers!

Bring your family and friends and join us as we take to the streets for the second annual Sheffield Superhero Sprint. Choose your distance - 5km or 10km - and get going before the supervillains catch you. Run on your own, as a pair or in a team. FREE goody bag and bespoke medal for all runners; friendly marshals & refreshments available too. Get your capes on!

The Ladybower Trail Marathon is set in the idyllic beauty spot of the Peak District national park, the course is surrounded by the elevated fells set within the Derwent Valley. Described by fellow runners as one of the most scenic trail marathons in the Peak District this one is not to be missed.

The Award Winning Mizuno Endure24, its like Glastonbury for runners, its a 24 hour running party in the woods. Free camping for runners, friends, family and support crews. 24 hour catering, showers and massage are available throughout the event weekend. The race village will be full of music and entertainment with live result updates screened throughout the race. Ultra-running has never been this much fun.

Endure24 is a unique event in the running calendar, it mixes serious ultra-running with a 24 hour team relay race. Virtually anyone of any ability level can take part and enjoy a challenging but rewarding weekend of trail running. Our five mile woodland and trail routes are incredibly scenic and end with a loop around the event race village where the awesome support from your fellow runners never stops.

Taking place on June 30th, the 2019 Halifax Marathon is going to be a great way to bring your summer to an exciting and fulfilling start. Incorporating a half Marathon and fun run plus lots of other activities at the event HQ. It's already on many "to-do" lists for the year!

A multi-terrain course with hills - one or two big hills - and some fantastic views! The last two or three miles is a lovely long downhill. A great excuse for you, your family, your pets and all your friends to have some fun, raise some much needed funds for a very worthy local charity, and eat cake, lots of cake! Plus family fun run.

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TeamOA are proud to present the world famous AleAthlon

This is a "race" over 10km throughout the picturesque Holme Valley with our aid stations stocking optional samples of some of Yorkshire's Finest Ales. Should you cross the finish line and still be thirsty, we have a bar until late! Beer, Food!

The Round Res, is an event based on a 5k route around Scammondon Water, the challenge starts and finishers above Scammonden Water (NW of Huddersfield) you & your team, run around the reservoir.

Are you faster than a canal barge from Marsden to Diggle?

Start Tunnel end Marsden, at the same time as the barge enters the tunnel, finish in diggle before the barge. Follow this very well marked route, running or walking to earn a Chip Butties etc at the Diggle hotel...

The WTM really brings something new and fresh to trail running. The route showcases some of the areas hidden treasures, and will take you to locations new. Routes all fully marked for an easy days trail running without the need for to much thought!

Founded by WO1 JJ Wilson PARA The PARA'S 10, was hosted by The Parachute Regiment in Aldershot 1982 - 1993. Since the Paras left Aldershot in 1993, this legendary event was dormant until it was revived by Major Sam McGrath in 2008, the event is now run by Pegasus Company, The Parachute Regiment's own training and selection wing. Now in its 12th year at Catterick the PARAS' 10 is well established as one of the UK's "must do" endurance challenges as indicated below by the fact over 15,000 runners and tabbers have attempted it over this period.

Are you ready to take on the Peak District Challenge?; Choose from one of our amazing running challenges - Back Before Dark (10km), Copper (25km), Bronze (50km), Silver (75km) or Gold Ultra (100km) and test your endurance skills in the stunning Peak District National Park; It's a chance to trek or run through some breathtaking scenery, put yourself to the test and to raise money for good causes. You can choose to raise money for a charity of your choice or to not raise money but to give a small donation to the chosen charity of the event S.A.L.V.E. International. S.A.L.V.E. International is working to reduce the number of children living on the street of Uganda through education and care.

Lost Lad is a 8.5 mile fell race with 1981ft of elevation. Starting from the iconic dam wall at Fairholmes, the route will lead you out onto the shores of the Derwent reservoirs.

With great success from lasts year inaugural Dark Peaks 30 Ultra Trail, and some fantastic feedback from competitors.

Being described by the elite field of runners as one of the best but hardest 30 mile ultras they have ever raced and truly a classic in the making. We where excited to bring this event back!!!

The best ideas are always the most simple! Start at the bottom of the hill and run to the top, then if thats not enough run back down. 400m up then down. In God's own county, this will be a race you won't forget. And with 4 different distances there's a route for all.

Come along to the Sheffield City 10K and meet fellow runners and beat your personal best! As per usual there will be on day registration available but it is advised that you register for your place before hand.

Run, Walk or Crawl your way through fantastic countryside, a well marked course with fully stocked aid stations every 10 miles, unmanned water stations every 5 miles. Hosted by Team OA in the fabulous Colne Valley in Gods own county... Yorkshire; the heart of Great Britain! The 30 is just a few short miles up from a marathon, perfect step to ultra distance, while our top distance 150 miles!

A fast fun packed forest trail run with some challenging uphills and rewarding downhills!

Starting in Meanwood, the Holly Hustle takes in some of the best trails that Leeds has to offer. A combination of beautiful Meanwood Park and the Hollies, famous for well-kept paths through extensive woodlands, with a vast collection of different species of flowers. Then onto the marvellous Meanwood Valley Trail, past the Seven Arches viaduct and Adel Crag. With the option of a quarter or two-lap half Marathon and free hot soup and crusty bread at the end theres possibly no reason why this shouldnt be on every fun-loving trail runners bucket list!

Starting from the beautiful village of Langsett, this new and exciting race will twist and wind you through some of the most scenic forest trails in the Peak District National park.

From there you will hit a single track that changes in elevation several times, from the top of this climb you will be greeted to a spectacular technical decent which will land you right into the heart of the Derwent valley.

A 6 Km Mixed terrain (Roads, Tracks and trails) trail run/walk with feed stations every few Kilometres* (ish), stocked with Pies! So run, walk or crawl your way around this Pie themed event.

Using a little bit of military know how we have come up with possibly the most challenging race in the UK! You will be placed on our bus, blindfolded** and then driven to your drop location (The distances are as the crow flies) from the event centre. Here you will be released at 2 minute intervals, all you have to do is make your way back to the event centre.

Be warned now, the distances are as the crow flies.

The Hardmoors 200 Ultramarathon will start in Kingston upon Hull and head alongside the River Humber following the Transpennine Trail to reach the start of the beautiful Wolds Way National Trail close to the Humber Bridge at Hessle. It will then follow the Yorkshire Wolds Way for 79 miles along wooded slopes, over hills and through valleys, eventually descending from the northern escarpment to the final section of the Way finishing on the dramatic headland of Filey Brigg and the start of the stunning Cleveland Way National Trail /Hardmoors 110 route.

One of the Most Striking 10k runs in the East Yorkshire area against the backdrop of the famous Humber Bridge.

This year's Buxton half-marathon is on Sunday 27 May, start at 10:00. This is the 37th running of the event, and many people come back year after year, so we must be doing something right. The Buxton half-marathon is a fairly challenging race, but it goes through some of the most beautiful countryside you could ask for. You won't get a PB, but you'll have a great time.

For over 30 years runners have taken part in the Melmerby 10K many achieving a Personal Best or Season Best time. Starting in the village of Melmerby the undulating route takes you through the quite and scenic rural surrounding of the picturesque villages finishing back in Melmerby. A fast course it may be but it has been enjoyed over the years by runners of all abilities This course is for everyone you will not be disappointed. We pride ourselves in giving you a friendly welcome and our marshals and villagers will give you friendly encouragement along the rout

Rowsley, on the A6, is just 2 miles south of Bakewell...of pie & pudding fame!! GOOD PARKING on the COUNCIL CAR PARK, TOILETS & CHANGING. A frying pan type of route - out (or should I say UP) along the handle; then a loop of about 2.5 miles; and then DOWN the handle to the finish.

Many of us may have enjoyed a stroll around the scenic lake with a family or friend and enjoyed the flat surfaces, easy walking and views it offers. So when it came to hosting a 5k with a memorable route I looked no further than Hollingworth Lake. Runnable for all ability levels. Fast, flat, scenic and electronically timed 5k. UKA licence pending and Course Measurement distance certified race.

The Apperley Bridge Canter (more colloquially known as the ABC) is a challenging race of approximately 10km, largely off-road along woodland tracks in a rural part of the Aire Valley. It attracts runners from clubs across Yorkshire, as well as increasing numbers of unattached runners. The race is organised annually by Horsforth Harriers from its established base at Woodhouse Grove School, Apperley Bridge.

Easingwold Lions are delighted to revive the Galtres Runs! As some of you may know, the Galtres Fun Run was a popular local community event, but unfortunately stopped being run in 2014. The event is being resurrected and will run again this year on 1st June at 1pm in Millfield Park. There will be a 5k mulit terrain run, a 2k fun run.

Famed for its iconic landmarks, immense scenery and runnable hills, the trails and fells of the Calderdale Way is a favourite among runners and walkers from the North of England. It offers stunning views and takes on the best parts of the Pennine Way.

You may have experienced parts of the course in The Calderdale Way Relays, or perhaps it's part of your favourite training runs - up to Stoodley Pike for example. Be one of the few runners to complete the full Calderdale Way route in one go in our 50.5 mile Ultra-marathon.

Competing as either solo, pairs, or teams of 4 (new feature !!) pairs or teams of 4 can be made up of any gender combination and multiple clubs. the race is great for charity challenges or to complete something out of the ordinary with club/team mates.

The 50.5 mile option also carries 4 points towards the Ultra Trail du Mont-Blanc.

The 28.5 mile option is a great introduction for runners looking to make the step-up into running and competing in Ultra-marathons. For those familiar with the Calderdale Way Relay, its basically legs 6,1 & 2 combined. Why not use your knowledge of the legs to compete in an Ultra Marathon?

The 28.5 mile option also carries 2 points towards the Ultra Trail du Mont-Blanc.

The Wharfedale Trail Half Marathon is a must for those who enjoy a serious outdoor challenge with fabulous views. The event starts and finishes at Wharfedale Rugby Club in Threshfield near Skipton in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Over 800 in Prizes including Course Record Prizes, plus specially designed "Event Buff" and a chance to win some fantastic Spot Prizes for all competitors.

This race is suitable for all abilities. This is thousands of women uniting with one purpose. Walk, jog or run. Raise valuable funds for research.

The course starts and finishes in front of Temle Newsam house. It is a beautiful one lap course snaking its way around the estate. It is a mix of tarmac pathways, gravel trails and some sections of cut grass to run on. There are 1-2 hills but nothing too arduous, all runnable for a first time 5k

There are plenty of areas at the start and finish in front of the house and on the course from which to spectate, these will be obvious to find on event day.

The Woodhall Spa 10K has established itself as one of the premiers runs in the region with athletes coming from all across the Midlands and indeed the entire country to compete on this flat course through the beautiful Lincolnshire countryside. The 10K Run was expected to attract some 1200 athletes in 2016, many of whom will be first time 10K competitors and of a wide age range. In fact, the numbers at our event have doubled over only the last few years. The 10K Run is open to both runner and wheelchair competitors.

ts big, its brilliant and its back. Following a successful debut in 2018 the Hull Half Marathon returns for 2019.

And in a city with a street boasting the wonderful name of Land of Green Ginger, the event promises to spice up our 2019 season.

The event is held on the same day as the popular Asda Foundation Hull 10K to create a festival of running that brings thousands of runners on to the citys streets.

Starting and finishing in Alfred Gelder Street, the largely flat course offers great PB potential and takes in The Deep, Humber Dock Marina, Hull City Hall and the University of Hull before heading back for the grand finish in the heart of the city centre.

It's a 3k course with four Bubble Stations pumping out huge amounts of brightly coloured foam - blue, green, yellow and pink. It's not timed, so just enjoy running, walking, toddling or even dancing through the environmentally friendly clouds of bubbles. You really will have the best time ever!

The Clumber Park 10k takes place in the picturesque woodland of Clumber Park in Nottinghamshire on a gently undulating forest and family park course away from all the traffic. The 2018 race will once again be organised by Run2Events with support from Clumber Park and the National Trust.

Join us for our annual Northowrun5!

The best ideas are always the most simple! Start at the bottom of the hill and ride or run to the top. About 3 miles, or 5 kilometres lets just call it a long climb. The route follows the Kirklees Way, onto the Pennine Way, out onto the road at the top. First Wednesday of every month.

Start 7pm - 3.75 miles of Road/Trail

An undulating 5 mile road race on quiet country roads from the Bronte village of Haworth. The race is two laps of Pensistone Country Park and incorporates the Yorkshire Vets 5 mile road championships.

The Urban Legend Ultra is substantially offroad, but takes you right near to the heart of Leeds visiting many of the public greenspaces during the course. It is based on the North West Leeds Greenway. Starting in Otley climbing sharply over the Chevin via Suprise View to Guiseley, Yeadon, Rawdon, Horsforth, Hawksworth Wood, Kirkstall, Burley Park, Headingley, Hyde Park then along the Meanwood Valley Trail through Adel Woods to Eccup Reservoir, Golden Acre Park, Pauls Pond, Cookridge, Bramhope back into Otley, before finishing in Pool-in-Wharfedale.

Now in its third year, we are offering another opportunity to spend the day running around stunningly beautiful Lyme Park. You can enter as an individual or either a team of two or four running in relays, the aim being to complete as many laps as possible of the 7km (ish) loop during the 7 hours available.

The 2nd race in our series is Oldham's Toughest 10k. starting and finishing in Alexandra park. Following a nice down hill first half, make sure you save something in your legs for the gruelling second half. Not one for the faint hearted, this lovely, scenic route will certainly out you to the test.

White Horse Trail Marathon circular routes starting from Sutton Bank Visitor Centre for:- Marathon, Half Marathon and 10k.

We're happy to announce we are partnering with Club Doncaster Foundation to bring you The Doncaster Half Marathon! All hosted from the superb Keepmoat Stadium which guarantees a finish on the pitch in the middle of the stadium!

This is a 5k suitable for all abilities. This is thousands of people uniting with one purpose. Walk, jog or run. Raise valuable funds for research. This is beating cancer.

Established in 1985 the Riverbank Challenge is a favorite on many peoples calendar. It is a very unique traditional race, with friendly marshals.

We will once again have the use of the tremendous facilities at Castle Park the home of Championship Rugby Club the Doncaster Knights. They will be providing us with changing and showering facilities along with hot and cold food, refreshments and of course a fully licensed bar, where you will be able to regale your account of the great race you have just completed.

Sandall Beat Wood is the most popular woodland in Doncaster, it was established in the early 1800s and it is recognised as a Site of Special Scientific Interest and Local Nature Reserve. The woodland covers 140 acres and it is well served by many woodland trails making it the ideal venue for this 10K race. Doncaster Athletic Club makes good use of the woodland and surrounding area on their training nights