Trail Running calendar near Allendale Town 2025-2026

Join the L100 Recce on 23 Nov 2025 from Coniston to Buttermere, a 26 mile preview of the Lakeland 100 covering Black Sail Pass and Scarth Gap. Perfect for familiarising with the course with coach transport and medical cover.

Run the Stanza Stones Winter Edition, a 24 hour 50 mile ultra across the South Pennines from Marsden to Ilkley, visiting six stones inscribed with poems by Simon Armitage. Expect moorland, big climbs and a memorable poetic finish.

Enjoy a 5k autumn trail through Kiplin Hall's formal gardens, woodland and lawns on 29 November 2025, with a compact marked course perfect for a crisp seasonal run. Finishers get a hot drink and spiced flapjack and trophies for top finisher..

Take on winter trails through Dalby Forest with 10km, half marathon and marathon options that wind through towering trees and moorland. Canicross friendly, with a bespoke medal, post race snacks and a welcoming atmosphere.

Tackle a 55 mile winter ultra across the wild Cheviot hills on 6 December 2025, with GPS trackers and 24 hours to finish. Expect rugged winter terrain, camaraderie and a finisher t shirt and medal for those who complete the course.

The Drop Kendal drops solo runners or teams at an unknown location blindfolded and challenges them to find their way back to base in Kendal. Choose 10 or 15 mile routes for a map free test of navigation and stamina.

Join the Crag Fell Handicap in Ennerdale on 6 December. This scenic 2.5 mile out and back to the summit features staggered handicap starts for a friendly, competitive fell run.

Join a friendly all abilities group run on 7 December 2025 at Land of Oak and Iron, Derwent Walk with qualified coaches. Interval training with hill efforts covers roughly 5 to 7 miles in about 75 minutes for fitness and fun.

Enjoy a scenic forest run at Grizedale Forest with sweeping views over Coniston Water. Choose 5K or 10K on wide trails, bring up to two dogs per runner or run solo; starts are staggered to give hounds space.

Tackle an 11.1 km winter trail at Stonyhurst College, winding past historic bridges, riverside woods and finishing with the college as a dramatic backdrop. Expect medals, pro photos, prizes including best fancy dress and a warm event villag..

Join the Punk Panther Christmas Cracker in Otley on 13 December for a festive mystery course with 12, 19 and 32 mile options. Checkpoints, trackers and a strict kit list keep the small field safe while final route details are emailed.

Join Lakeland Paws Dawn 2 Dusk at Whinlatter Forest on 13 Dec 2025 for a canicross challenge: complete as many 7 km laps as you and your dog can in daylight. Expect hilly forest trails and bring a fit, well rested dog.

The Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge in Durham is a trail running event held at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club along the scenic River Wear, offering views of the Cathedral. Participants can run laps of approximately 4.37 miles (7 km), with opti..

Join the Fell Em Doon Festive 5 km in Ashington on 14 December 2025 for a flat two lap trail run on traffic free paths. Every finisher gets a mug and medal and you can enjoy festive stalls and a lively post race atmosphere.

Join Run to the Rising Sun 10k at Rising Sun Country Park on 14 December for a scenic, marshalled trail with one summit and mainly downhill running. Finish with snacks, a memento and wild flower seeds; bring a drink container.

Silent Night is a challenging winter fell race to Chapelfell Top above St Johns Chapel, about 6.6 km with 370 m ascent, run in the dark and requiring navigation and strict mandatory kit. Experience and solid compass skills are essential.

Beyond the Lune Winter Editions on 20 December at The Royal Barn near Kirkby Lonsdale offers 5 km, 10 km and 20 km trail routes through the Lune Valley and around Devils Bridge. Enjoy festive treats, finishers beer and great views.

Take on the winter challenge of the Beyond the Lune Skyline Winter Ultra, a 65 km loop around Kirkby Lonsdale on 20 December 2025 with 2000 m of ascent. Self guided route over seven summits with hot feeds, finish food and prizes.

Celebrate the season with the Chopwell Woods Christmas Trail Races on 21 December 2025, a festive run through scenic woodland near Gateshead. Family and canicross friendly with one controlled dog per runner, finishers get medals, mince pies..

Event details The Wobbly Christmas Pudding is a mixed trail run of 13 km held on 21st December 2025. The course includes some hills and is described by the organiser as suitable for a range of abilities and in varied weather conditions. The..