10K races near Easingwold

The Morley 10K begins on Wide Lane in Morley, West Yorkshire, directing participants onto closed roads through the town’s historic streets. This 10K road race takes place in autumn, organised by Morley Running Club in partnership with Morley Town Council. The event is run by volunteers and operates on a not-for-profit basis, with race fees contributing to local charities. Sustainability is a key consideration in the race's operations. It accommodates competitive runners, novices, experienced participants, those in fancy dress, and wheelchair racers who have informed the organisers of any specific needs. The course ascends into town via Middleton Road, descends Queen Street passing the Town Hall, and arrives at Morley Bottoms before turning onto Brunswick Street and proceeding along Victoria Road towards Asquith Avenue. Participants encounter two out-and-back sections, several inclines, and a distinctive three-way road crossing at Morley Bottoms, adding complexity to the route compared to a typical town 10K. Spectators line the course, water stations are provided, and finishers are awarded an environmentally conscious medal along with confectionery. Prizes are given to the top three finishers.

The Richmond Castle 10K is a road race held in Richmond, North Yorkshire, starting at 11am on a Sunday in October. Swaledale Runners, an England Athletics club with bases in Richmond and Northallerton, organizes the event. The race is based at The Batts, the park by the River Swale below Richmond Castle, which serves as the registration, start, and finish area. The course is predominantly on roads, featuring a brief grass section within The Batts. Participants will run past the River Swale Waterfalls, cross at Green Bridge, ascend Sleegill, and from the hill, can see the castle. The route then circles Catterick Garrison before returning to Richmond. It concludes by going around Richmond Castle on Castle Walk and descending into The Batts for the finish. Results from recent editions are available, noting the course records.

In November, runners at Croft Motor Circuit in North Yorkshire trade cars for laps on a smooth, traffic-free tarmac racing circuit. The event provides 5k, 10k, half marathon, 20-mile, and marathon distances, catering to both short-course runners and those seeking a longer chip-timed result on a flat, controlled course. The route follows the motor racing circuit, with each mile clearly marked and marshals present to guide participants. Croft has hosted motorsport, including the British Touring Car Championship, British Rallycross, and Pickup Truck Racing, since the 1920s, making a chequered-flag finish appropriate for the venue. Entry includes a themed medal, chip-timed results, free race photos, water, and post-race refreshments.

The Swinsty & Fewston Lakeside Dash is a Saturday trail race held in November near Otley, North Yorkshire, circumnavigating Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs. The series provides 10K, half marathon, 20 mile, and marathon options, catering to participants seeking their first trail run or a longer endurance challenge. Each distance follows a repeatable lakeside loop on a circular path around both reservoirs. The course combines woodland trails with open waterside stretches, remaining primarily on well-maintained paths. It features gentle undulations, offering variety without becoming overly demanding. The event maintains a low-key, relaxed atmosphere, allowing both novice trail runners and experienced distance athletes to enjoy the tranquil countryside environment.

The Dalby Dash 10K is a Remembrance Sunday race held in Dalby Forest, North Yorkshire. It begins shortly after the two-minute silence. This traffic-free 10K takes place on a mix of private tarmac road and hard forest trail, starting and finishing at the Low Dalby visitor centre near Pickering. Entry is open to all runners, with a field capped at 600 participants, maintaining a small-race atmosphere while ensuring a sell-out field. The event supports service personnel and local charities, and is organized in association with Pickering Running Club. The route includes an initial steady climb from Low Dalby along House Dale for the first two miles, with prizes for the first man and woman to reach the summit. Beyond this, the terrain shifts to uneven compacted stone before descending through Sand Dale and Heck Dale. The final stretch runs alongside Dalby Beck back to Low Dalby and the finish line. All finishers receive a Dalby Dash memento. Additional prizes are awarded to the first five men and women, veteran categories, and the first local man and woman residing in the YO18 postcode area.

The Kirkstall Calverley Cutter & 10K is a January race series held at the Kirkstall Bridge Inn in Leeds, West Yorkshire. The start line for both races is located just off the pub, adjacent to the Leeds Liverpool Canal. The main Cutter race is a 16K trail run incorporating the canal, the River Aire, and Calverley Cutting. For those seeking a quicker, flatter option, the Kirkstall Bridge 10K offers an out-and-back course along the canal. The 16K is the more challenging option, with Calverley Cutting described by the organisers as brutal. In contrast, the 10K is presented as suitable for all runners. Registration takes place at the Kirkstall Bridge Inn, an award-winning venue that also provides a warm space for participants after their winter run. The course is straightforward yet fully marked, with marshals stationed at key locations. Results from previous editions indicate the Cutter has established itself as a consistent fixture on the local race calendar.

The Fountains Abbey Wild Trail Runs are off-road races held at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, near Ripon in North Yorkshire. This location is a World Heritage Site, with abbey history dating back to the twelfth century. Participants can select from a 5km, 10km, or a trail half marathon. Age limits are 11+ for the 5km, 15+ for the 10km, and 17+ for the half marathon. The routes traverse sections of the Deer Park, the Water Garden, and the abbey grounds, meaning the race is designed around the estate rather than conventional road running. The event also accommodates Canicross: participants may bring one well-controlled dog, which must remain on a lead at all times. This makes the series suitable for trail runners seeking a historic estate course and for those who train with dogs.

The Top of the Wolds 10k Challenge is a multi-terrain 10K run around Nunburnholme Wold in East Yorkshire, held in June. It begins in the village of Warter, a small Wolds village notable for its photographed row of thatched cottages, an unusual roof covering for this region of Yorkshire. The route proceeds on a quiet lane toward Nunburnholme, then turns left for the ascent of Nunburnholme Hill. Following a halfway drink station, participants leave the road for a bridleway trail, descending through woodland before returning to Warter for the conclusion.