Trail Running calendar near Ashington 2025-2026

Run a 22 km night trail through Kielder Forest at the Osprey Trail Run, part of the Shadowlands Race Series. Enjoy undulating forest and mountain bike trails around Gowanburn and earn series points and prizes.

Kick off the year with the Brampton Trail Run, a single lap 7 kilometre off road route through scenic Cumbria. Expect muddy, undulating trails, a bespoke finisher medal and post race coffee and cakes to celebrate.

Take on a 12 kilometre multi terrain trail around Whitley Bay, starting on the beach and finishing on the running track with stunning coastal and clifftop views. Limited places make this scenic January run one to book early.

Kick off the year on forest trails at Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails South in Whinlatter Forest on 4 January 2026, with scenic 5K and 10K off road courses. Dog friendly and chip timed for a fun, competitive start to the season.

Scarborough Rock offers scenic 26 and 16 mile coastal and moorland routes from Scalby Parish Hall, passing Oliver's Mount. Popular LDWA event with checkpoints, food and a finishers meal; currently full with a waiting list.

Tackle winter trails through 4,900 acres of Hamsterley Forest with half marathon and 10k options on Saturday 10 January 2026. Expect undulating woodland paths, stunning valley views and marshaled aid stations to keep you going.

Brave a deep winter fell run to the summit of Hedgehope and back in the Winter Wipeout, about a half marathon amid snow, sleet and winter winds. Part of the Shadowlands Series, runners get a marked course, marshals and warming soup at the f..

Join a guided recce of the Hardmoors 55 route from Osmotherley to Helmsley, about 25 miles across classic North Yorkshire moorland. Small supported groups, checkpoints and hot drinks on arrival make this a great winter training day.

Run the night section from Ambleside to Coniston in this 16 mile recce. For confirmed Lakeland 50 and 100 entrants, it offers real night conditions, checkpoint support and a chance to test kit and pacing.

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 as many laps as they wish within seven hours, with..

Take on scenic mixed terrain trails around Vogrie Country Park and the Tyne Valley, starting and finishing by the Victorian manor house. Choose a 10 km, 5 km or 1.6 km fun run and enjoy post race snacks, a memento and café refreshments.

Run under dark skies in Kielder Forest on a 10 km night trail with 246 m of climbing, tackling short steep climbs and the zig zags of Simons Tester. Enjoy a fast finishing descent plus on the night prizes and series points.

Tackle Lakeland terrain at the Kong Winter Series BOS fell race on 24 January 2026 at Braithwaite Lodge. Part of Kong Running's 10th winter series running in reverse, expect tough climbs and a friendly atmosphere.

Take on flat beach and trail routes at Druridge Bay Country Park with 10 km or half marathon options. Live chip timing, medals and canicross friendly entries make this scenic seaside run ideal for fast times and finish line smiles.

The That's Lyth will take place in Kendal on Sunday 25 January 2026.

Experience a 17 km night trail through atmospheric Kielder Forest with sweeping climbs and flowing descent on mountain bike trails. Perfect for adventurous runners seeking a scenic challenge and series points in the Shadowlands Race Series.

Tackle the coastal trails at the Hardmoors 26.2 Saltburn Trail Marathon on 1 February 2026, with marathon, half and 10k distances across dramatic cliffs and moorland. Technical routes, big climbs and a friendly community make this a must fo..

Explore ancient ruins and formal gardens at Fountains Abbey World Heritage Site with 5 km, 10 km or half marathon trail options. Canicross friendly and chip timed, finishers get bespoke medals and Wild Deer merch amid unforgettable scenery.

Join the Duergar Nightcrawler, a 10 mile night trail through the fabled Simonside Hills near Rothbury on 7 February 2026. Tackle rugged trails under headtorch light and enjoy an event buff plus a cup of mulled wine afterwards.

Run the Whinlatter Moon Runner 10k under head torches through Whinlatter Forest near Keswick. A very hilly, waymarked night trail with eco friendly touches, a keepsake memento, free photos and wildflower seeds.