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Walking Events Calendar near Thirsk 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Thirsk for 2026-2027! We've gathered 28 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
July 2026
A 5 km walk is offered alongside 5 km and 10 km courses at Aske Hall, starting by the stable block. Trails cross pasture, tracks and woodland, may be muddy; trail shoes recommended; water on 10 km second lap and at the 5 km finish.
August 2026
Guided and supported crossing of the North York Moors between Ravenscar and Osmotherley, across open moorland to the coast. The route is just under 39 miles and groups are supported with checkpoints, water, snacks and blister plasters, with a max..
Guided and supported crossing of the North Yorks Moors from Osmotherley to Ravenscar, route is just under 39 miles. Groups get minibus transfer, water, snacks and blister plasters; walkers typically take 15 to 18 hours.
September 2026
Walkers can choose 10K or Half Marathon routes through scenic Yorkshire from Knaresborough HG5 8DP, with relaxed trail terrain and pay on the day or online entry.
Walkers can choose laps of 2.5k, 5k, 10k or 15k on an inflatable obstacle course in York, North Yorkshire, with each 2.5k lap repeating the obstacles. The non timed event includes music zones, an on course water station, toilets and a free..
October 2026
Walkers can choose 50k or a 25k fixed route from Grassington across Dales trails, passing Malham Tarn, Buckden Pike and the Dales Way, with GPX route files and aid stations.
November 2026
A 24 mile challenge walk with 3,500 ft ascent across the Hambleton Hills starting at Kilburn. Refreshments en route, Tea and Toast at the start, checkpoints with closing times and mandatory kit required; no dogs.
December 2026
Walkers can follow festive off road trails at Normanby Hall Country Park & Gardens on 5k or 10k routes with muddy spots and deer; a family 3k is untimed with wave starts.
Walkers follow a 2.2 mile out and back tarmac course with a short grass section around University of York, with an aid table each lap and options from 5 km to 10 km and beyond.
February 2027
Walkers can choose 14.3/20.3/34.3 miles from the field behind St Robert's Church, Pannal, on country paths via Nidd Gorge, with CPs offering drinks and snacks.
March 2027
Walkers follow the Welcome Way from Garnet's Field near Otley across moorland, rivers, canals, reservoirs, farmland and woodland on 13/20/34/50 Miles, with checkpoints offering water and snacks.
April 2027
The event offers a 10km walk on the Official Samaritans Way starting at Guisborough Rugby Club, Belmangate, Guisborough TS14 7BB. The trail can be muddy and is fully marshalled with stocked checkpoints, medical cover and food and drink at the fin..
Out and back trail of 10 km (7.4 miles) from Skinningrove along Cleveland Way cliffs with 890 ft climb, Saltburn checkpoint with water and snacks; walkers aged 15+ welcome.
The route is a walkable 14.35 miles from Redcar to Staithes along coastal cliffs and sand, with mud and rocks, two marshalled aid stations and a 5 hour cut off.
Walkers can follow the 26.57 mile coastal trail from Redcar to Whitby across cliffs, sand and mud, with four aid stations, marshaled checkpoints and a 10 hour cut off.
Guided and supported crossing from Osmotherley to Ravenscar across North York Moors covering just under 39 miles. Two guides, checkpoints and support provide water, sugar snacks and blister plasters; groups max 14, typical 15 to 18 hours.
May 2027
Guided and supported W to E crossing from Osmotherley to Ravenscar across North Yorks Moors moorland, covering just under 39 miles. Groups cap 14 walkers with two guides, minibus transfer to the far end and checkpoints with water, unlimited sugar..
Guided E W crossing from Ravenscar on the North Sea coast to Osmotherley across the North Yorks Moors, covering just under 39 miles. Groups limited to 14 with two guides; support includes water, sugar based snacks and blister plasters, typical ti..