We’ve created a mini series to give people the opportunity to take part in some beginner friendly local trail races (but still challenging for more experienced runners).

The races are all organised by local clubs and are around £6 each to enter; most are between 4 and 5 miles and we have a 10K included too. These are suitable for all abilities and offer an introduction to trail running. Most are low key local event and some even have food and drinks after.

To add a bit of competition, we’ll be using a handicap scoring system, like with our handicap series, using the 5 mile target times, but scoring will be done by taking your best 5 scores from the possible 8 races… although the main reason for the series is to give the opportunity to try trail running and enjoy running in completely different environments.

Races which may to be included for 2026 (but not yet confirmed):

• Trunce — 9 races, best time to count – season starts March 31st with a race every 3 weeks ish (£3 per race)
• Higham Hurtle — series of 3 races – best time to count, dates to be confirmed
• Hartcliff Hill (Penistone)
• Newmillerdam Quacky Duck race — 5k
• Mugrave 10k
• Ulley Res (KMR series)
• Thurlstone chase (Penistone)
• Wharncliffe Woods 10k
• Toffee Run (Elsecar) (KMR Series)