Trail Running calendar near Ashington 2026-2027

Navigate a 24-mile orienteering course across the North York Moors. This challenging event for runners and walkers supports the Cleveland Mountain Rescue Team. Checkpoints offer drinks, with a hot meal at the finish.

A classic, medium-distance fell race in the Weardale hills, featuring a challenging 11 km loop with 380m of ascent. The route offers navigational choices and requires full FRA kit, with an entry cap of 50 runners. A pure test of fell runnin..

A pre-entry fell race in the Lake District, the Coledale Horseshoe covers 13.7 km with 1067 m of ascent, requires full FRA kit, is non-GPS classified, and offers a £100 prize for a new course record.

A series of ultra races across northern England from St Bees to Robin Hood's Bay. Distances include 300km, 100km, 80km and 55km with substantial ascent and varied National Park terrain.

The Dales Traverse is a 55km ultramarathon traversing the Yorkshire Dales from Kirkby Stephen to Richmond. Following the famed Coast to Coast path, it emphasizes self-sufficiency on a journey over the Nine Standards and through Swaledale. A..

The Silva Moors Traverse is an 80 km ultra marathon following the classic coast to coast trail across the North York Moors. With a focus on self-sufficiency, runners navigate from Ingleby Cross to the iconic finish at Robin Hood's Bay. The..

Run as far as you can for 7 hours on a signed, flat trail course along the River Wear. Choose your own distance from 3km to ultra marathon to earn a themed Fraggle medal. Enjoy aid station snacks and take in views of Durham Cathedral.

Lakeland Paws: Tour de Whinlatter offers 9k or 12k runs on forest tracks around Whinlatter Top. It is chip timed and dog friendly, with harnesses available to borrow. The route explores scenic, quieter parts of the forest.

Choose your distance in this flexible seven hour time challenge along the River Wear in Durham. All finishers receive a themed medal, with extra pins for longer distances. The trail course offers scenic cathedral views and is fully signed f..

A trail run and walk on the Official Samaritans Way near Guisborough on 4 April 2026, organised to raise funds for Teesside Samaritans. Options include 10 km and 20 km run or walk with medals, event T shirt and on course support.

Mind Over Moors is a trail race in the North Yorkshire Moors on April 4, 2026. The approximately 10 km event supports mental health awareness, with part of each entry fee going to charity.

Classic Lake District fell run from New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, a sharp 3.5 mile course with 2100 ft of climbing over rough rock and moor. Day entries welcome; bring map, compass and waterproofs for this high country test.

Celebrate 15 years of the Helmsley Easter 10km, a popular multi-terrain race through the scenic tracks and fields around this North Yorkshire market town. The hilly, undulating route offers a community atmosphere. Proceeds support local cha..

This popular early-season fell race covers 4 miles from Rothay Park in Ambleside. The out-and-back route includes steep climbs on tarmac and gravel before reaching the fell's summit cairn. Pre-entry is required, with fees for FRA members an..

Explore the stunning North Pennines on a trail running adventure from Stanhope. Choose between a 10k or Half Marathon route over moorland, woodland paths, and past a waterfall. This eco-conscious event includes wildflower seeds and focuses..

The Allendale Challenge is a 26-mile loop walk or run organized by North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team. The event starts at Allendale Village Hall and covers peat bogs in the North Pennines.

The Ripon Stinger is a picturesque trail run from Studley Roger, exploring the Ripon Rowel route. Choose from distances of 14, 23, or 35 miles past Fountains Abbey and through scenic valleys. The 2026 event adds a new loop through the tranq..

This 10k trail run follows the Cleveland Way from Skinningrove to the iconic Charm Bracelet sculpture. The course offers a challenging route with cliff-top views and a descent into Saltburn. It's open to runners and walkers aged 15 and over..

The Lake District Running Festival offers 53k and 23k trail races through the iconic fells, starting and finishing in Keswick. Participants receive a themed medal, chip timing, photos, and a post-race meal. The event is fully marked and mar..

The Jeffrey's Mount Figure of Eight on Sat 11 Apr 2026 in the Lake District is a classic 7.8 km fell race with 530 m of climb that rewards stamina and navigation. On the day entry is £8 and proceeds support Macmillan Cancer Support.