Trail Running calendar near Alnwick 2026-2027

Experience trail running in the Lake District with 10km and Half Marathon routes starting from Pooley Bridge. This cani cross friendly event features live chip timing and stunning views of Ullswater.

The Gelt Gladiator will take place in Lanercost on Saturday 13 June 2026.

A 170 mile, five leg trail ultra around Kielder Castle on 13–14 June 2026, with solo, pair and quad entries. Four legs may be run in any order but the North leg must be last; all legs are tracked and supported.

A self-navigated fell run and challenge walk in Swaledale on 13 June 2026. The 24 mile course has a ten hour time limit, minimum age 14 and no dogs are allowed.

A single day mountain marathon on the traditional Yomp course around the Upper Eden Valley, roughly 26 miles in length. The way marked route includes food stations and GPS tracking and starts and finishes at Engine Shed Base Camp.

Test your navigation skills on the North York Moors with 10k, Half Marathon, and Marathon trail races starting from Chop Gate. This self-navigated event features significant elevation and rewards finishers with a medal.

A community 5k in Kirkby Stephen on 14 Jun 2026 following a scenic route past Stenkrith waterfall and local viaducts. Entry is available on the day and proceeds go to the Northern Viaduct Trust.

Experience a scenic trail festival in Livingston featuring 10km, 6.5km, and junior races through undulating woodland paths. Enjoy a well-marked course, finisher medals, and a famous home-baking buffet in Dechmont Law Park.

Tebay Fell Race in the Lake District is a thrilling 13 km course with 914 m of climb across classic fell country, perfect for strong, adventurous runners. Entry on the day with showers and food at the Tebay Sports Social and Railway Club.

Trail running and walking at Forcett Park on a two lap course through historic estate grounds, with 5 km and 10 km options, marked routes, finish food choices and an optional coaster medal.

Take on the iconic Eildon Three Hill Race on 20 June in Gibson Park, Melrose, a 7.2 km challenge with 510 m ascent across the three Eildons. The 65th edition offers cash prizes and a fully marked route with mountain rescue support.

Enjoy a 7 hour time challenge along the scenic River Wear with views of Durham Cathedral. Run or walk as many laps as you choose to earn themed medals and distance pins on this inclusive trail course.

Timed trail event along the River Wear near Durham Cathedral offering flexible distances from 3 km up to 50 km, fully signed course, themed medals and goody bags, with aid stations and vegan options.

Trail running in Barnard Castle with 3.5, 9 and 15 mile waymarked routes along the Teesdale Way. Courses include aid stations, finishers' memento, free photos and optional post-run yoga.

The Fellrunner at Windy Gyle is a rugged 13.7 km test with 549 m of climb across scenic Northumberland hills on Sun 21 Jun 2026. Entry on the day is welcome with modest fees for members and non members.

An 8.8 km fell race near Haweswater in the Lake District with 244 m of climb, open to runners aged 16 and over. Entry is on the day for £5 and the race is part of the Bampton Village Sports Day and Fete.

A muddy 5k obstacle course through The Meadows in Edinburgh on 21 June 2026. The event has staggered wave starts, a minimum fundraising target of £50 and on site facilities such as toilets and refreshments.

A summer trail running event at Chopwell Woods on 27 June 2026 offering 5, 10 and 15 mile routes, live chip timing, and a finishers' medal with food and drink. The course lies in 360 hectares of mixed woodland near Rowlands Gill.

Celebrate the 50th Alston Gala with this historic 6.2 km fell race to Park Fell and back. Support the local mountain rescue team while tackling a 211 meter climb in the North Pennines.

An obstacle 5k at Herrington Country Park on 27 June 2026 where participants climb, crawl and slide through a mixed-surface course. Waves run every 15 minutes, minimum age 13, with fundraising and a finishers medal included.