Trail Running calendar near Ashington 2025-2026

Take on the classic Fairfield Horseshoe fell race in the Lake District on 9 May 2026, starting and finishing at Rydal Hall. This scenic but demanding 14.5 km course climbs 914 m, offering epic views and a tough fell running challenge.

Join the Saltire Trail Races in Athelstaneford on Saturday 9 May 2026 for scenic 2 km, 5 km and 10 km farm trails at Kilduff Farm. Family friendly fun and village fair treats raise funds for Athelstaneford Primary School.

Join Hardmoors 26.2 White Horse at Sutton Bank on 10 May 2026 for three rugged trail courses that require self navigation and strong climbing. Entries are limited to 250 so expect a bold, backcountry challenge.

Finish Lakeland Paws Season 4 at Whinlatter with scenic chip timed 8K and 5K trail routes, the longer topping out at Seat How. Dogs welcome and solo starts give space at the start.

Tough, scenic fell race in Bilsdale, North York Moors on Sun 10 May 2026. About 11.3 miles with 950 m of climb across classic moorland terrain. Enter on the day; expect limited parking so please car share.

Take on the classic Latrigg fell race in Keswick, Lake District on 13 May 2026, a short but steep 3 mile climb with great views. Entry is available on the day for a small fee on a fully flagged route for runners aged 13 and up.

Evening trail runs at Constable Burton Hall offer 5 km or 10 km routes through woodland and fields with a memorable stream crossing. Finishers' food and a bar create a relaxed post race social.

Take on the Sedbergh Fell Race on 16 May 2026 for a stiff climb up Winder and a thrilling descent back to The Showfield. Senior and junior races welcome with entries available on the day.

Old County Tops is a Lake District fell race at New Dungeon Ghyll in Great Langdale on 16 May 2026. Expect a long, demanding 59 km mountain course with 3050 m of climb, raced in pairs for a thrilling test of endurance and navigation.

Join Oswiu’s Revenge, a scenic 13.2 mile trail half through Black Hambleton and Silton Woods with sweeping North Yorkshire Moors views. Limited to 50 runners, the technical course rewards finishers with a bespoke medal.

Take on scenic trails around Derwent Reservoir in County Durham, choosing 5 km or 10 km routes that wind along firm paths, grass and woodland. Canicross friendly with live chip timing, medals, merchandise and finishers snacks.

Kick off the Dun Holm Challenge in Durham with a 7 hour time challenge along the River Wear and Cathedral views. Choose any distance from 5 km to ultra, earn a Durham medal and enjoy aid stations with vegan options.

Join Day 2 of the Dun Holm Challenge, a 7 hour timed run around the River Wear with flat laps and Cathedral views. Choose from a 3 km finisher up to ultras and 50 km, with aid stations, toilets and vegan options.

On 23 May 2026 tackle the iconic Weekend 9 SAS final test on the Howgill Fells, a rugged 25 km out and back with about 1500 m of ascent. Fully waymarked and self sufficient, with kit checks, a finishers patch and a pint at the pub.

Take on a scenic trail half or 10K through Whinlatter Forest in the Lake District, with sweeping views over Keswick, Skiddaw and Derwentwater. Expect rugged trails, big climbs and fast descents and bring a dog on lead if you like canicross.

Take on the Glaramara Fell Race on Sun 24 May 2026 in the Lake District, starting from Glaramara Outdoor Centre at Seatoller. The 8 km course packs 700 m of climb and entry on the day is free with donations to charity.

Enjoy scenic trail running at Hulne Park by Alnwick Castle on 24 May 2026. Distances from a 2K junior to a half marathon suit all abilities, with chip timing, finisher medals and stunning castle views.

Join Low Fell Running Club's annual multi terrain race at The Angel View Inn on 28 May 2026, with a 5.5 mile senior course and a 1.5 mile junior race across scenic trails. Registration opens 1 December 2025 so save the date.

Peebles Pootle on 30 May 2026 offers adventurous offroad routes from Peebles Community Centre, climbing grassy ridges and crossing the River Tweed. Choose 16.4 or 27.6 miles for a scenic challenge with hot food at the finish.

Join the Lake District Running Festival at Grasmere Showground for two days of off road trail running, orienteering and family fun. Choose from short trail races, a Trail Marathon, a navigational Trail Quest and on site camping.