Trail Running calendar near Alston 2026-2027

An 11 km fell race in the Lake District held at Dean Barwick Primary School on Sun 19 Apr 2026. Entry is on the day with a flagged route, UK Athletics insurance in place and refreshments available.

A coastal race on 19 April 2026 from South Shields Pier to Roker Pier, about 7 miles along cliff paths past Marsden Rock and Souter Lighthouse. Entries open 2 February with separate fees for UKA registered and non registered runners.

Experience a scenic 8 mile trail race in Northumberland featuring an ascent of Yeavering Bell Hill and a finish at the Ad Gefrin Distillery. This fully marked course offers great views and fast runnable sections.

Hop into spring at the Bunny Run 3 in Haworth on Tue 21 Apr, a punchy 3 mile trail with 100 m climb through South Pennines. Finishers get a Cadbury's Creme Egg and Easter egg prizes and can enjoy chip butties at the Sun Inn.

Join this fast and flat trail race featuring two laps around the scenic Clowbridge Reservoir. Part of a three race spring series, this event offers a smooth course with minimal elevation for runners aged 11 and over.

Traverse scenic moorlands and historic trails on a 50 or 30 mile off road journey through Calderdale. This traditional route features woodland paths, canal sections, and rewarding climbs with a atmospheric finish in Heptonstall.

Experience a supported running adventure starting from Newcastle city centre. Choose between a scenic 25 km trail run or a 55 km ultra marathon visiting the River Tyne and local woodlands.

Experience the historic Three Peaks Race in the Yorkshire Dales, a prestigious fell running event featuring extreme mountain terrain. Choose between the legendary main marathon, a three leg team relay, or dedicated junior races.

The Fellsman Dart is a 30-mile point-to-point ultra across the remote Yorkshire Dales, with over 4,200 feet of ascent. It features 13 checkpoints with full support and requires strong navigation skills. This challenging event is organized a..

Run through an active military station and view historic rocket launch platforms at RAF Spadeadam. This unique trail event offers 11 km and 14 mile courses with views of the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall.

Tackle the classic Eskdale Elevation fell race in the Lake District, a testing 20.2 km route with 1455 m of climb across dramatic fells. Enter on the day for £10 with proceeds going to charity.

Experience the local trails of the North East through a series of marked runs ranging from 5 km to half marathons. Join individual races in Washington, Durham, and along the coast or secure a season ticket for the full series.

Run through the North York Moors at the Heartbeat Hobble in Goathland, an 11.9 km fell with 290 m of climb. Entry on the day and a village hall finish create a friendly spring fell outing.

A hilly, traffic-free half marathon through Hamsterley Forest on 26 April 2026 with multi-terrain trails, mile markers, water stations and chip timing. Entries limited to 500; affiliated and unaffiliated fees apply.

Experience a unique hybrid fitness challenge at Cockshott Point with solo events and weighted ruck runs along the scenic trails of Lake Windermere. Enjoy live chip timing and a lakefront course in the heart of the Lake District.

Join this exciting team relay in Haworth featuring three person teams on a 1.5 mile course. The event concludes the Bunny Run series with a celebratory presentation at the local inn.

Experience a unique two lap fell race in Cockfield featuring a guided group loop followed by a competitive 3.5 km chase. This off road event welcomes all runners aged 14 and over to participate in a social and sporting atmosphere.

Experience the Orchan Rocks Fell Race in Todmorden featuring a 5.4km route with 280m of climbing. This category AS race is well marked and concludes with refreshments and prizes at a local pub.

A midweek fell race in Wray on 28 April 2026 covering 11 km with 335 m climb. Entry is on the day only with a £5 fee and teams of three are permitted.

Experience a unique midweek evening trail run through the historic 600 acre Gibside Estate featuring woodland paths and grand 18th century architecture. Choose from 5km or 10km chip timed routes with Canicross friendly options available.