Trail Running calendar near Bamburgh 2025-2026

Kick off 2026 with the Wooler Vertical 1,000 ft Trail Race, a punchy 4 mile out and back to the summit of Humbleton Hill near Wooler. Expect steep climbs, marked trails and a true hill running test for all abilities.

Shake off the holidays on 2 January 2026 with a social New Year run from Tweedbank to Lauder along part of the Southern Upland Way. Choose 4, 6 mile or full route, pre entry only with limited places, and warm finish food awaiting runners.

Join the Deepdale Dash, a charity 5 mile trail in Barnard Castle supporting St Teresa's Hospice on 3 January 2026. Enjoy riverside paths, woods and technical trails with boggy sections; bring trail shoes and a reusable bottle.

Run under the stars through Kielder Forest at the Osprey Trail Run on 3 January 2026, a 22 km night trail with rolling singletrack and 447 m of climbing. Race 2 of the Shadowlands series promises atmosphere, prizes and tough trails.

Challenge yourself on the Brampton Trail Run: a scenic, undulating 7 kilometre off road route in Cumbria on 4 January 2026. Expect muddy trails, a finisher medal, and a friendly event village with coffee and photos.

Run a scenic 12 kilometre coastal trail in Whitley Bay, starting on the beach and finishing on the running track at Churchill Playing Fields. Undulating clifftops, coastal paths and muddy woodland deliver an adventurous route with brilliant..

Join CLOK for lively team score orienteering at Hardwick Park on Sunday 4 January 2026, with 30, 45 or 60 minute map based courses for all abilities. Low entry fees, chip hire and car sharing make it easy to take part.

Test your winter mettle at the Winter Wipeout on 10 January 2026, a marked fell run to the summit of Hedgehope and back from Ingram Cafe. Expect harsh winter conditions so bring required kit and enjoy a dramatic, marshalled climb and descen..

Embrace winter trails in scenic Hamsterley Forest with half marathon and 10k options, a mix of gravel tracks, twisting singletrack and occasional mud. Eco friendly race goodies, safety support and stunning woodland views make this a must.

Run a canicross 10k or Half Marathon through Hamsterley Forest on 10 Jan, on waymarked trails and a friendly forest HQ. Only 70 places; entrants get a bespoke mug, hot soup and free photos while safety rules protect dogs and runners.

On 11 January 2026 the Falkland Yomp offers an exhilarating 11 km trail run through Falkland Estate with steep climbs, fast descents and varied footing. The race sells out each year and entries are full with a waiting list open.

Run the Ashington 10K Trail on 11 January and enjoy a scenic, relatively flat 10 km through Ashington Community Woods and QEII Country Park. Woodland and lakeside trails, a finisher medal and canicross friendly entry make it ideal for winte..

Join Scurry Around Vogrie Country Park for scenic mixed terrain runs starting by the Victorian manor, with distances from a 1.6km family fun run to a half marathon. Marshaled courses, post race treats and medals for all.

Join the Rise From The Ashes Run, a 7 hour timed trail along the River Wear with stunning Cathedral views, offering distances from a short 3 km up to marathon and ultra options. Finishers get a themed medal and goody bag with vegan choices.

Brave winter trails at the Frostbite Trail Race on 18 January 2026 at Lochore Meadows Country Park, a two lap muddy course of around 4 to 4.5 miles. Expect a friendly vibe, medals for finishers and prizes for top and age category places.

Join the Rise From The Ashes Run in Durham for a scenic trail Time Challenge along the River Wear with cathedral views; walkers welcome. Pick laps in a 7 hour window from 3km to 50km, with aid stations, vegan options and themed medals.

Feel The Burns is a spirited hill race in the Scottish Borders, about 13.7 miles with roughly 800 m of ascent, promising stiff climbs and wide open views from Selkirk country. Places are limited and entries are by waiting list for this popu..

Run a 10 km night trail through atmospheric Kielder Forest, featuring undulating singletrack, steep zig zags and a fast descent to the finish. Part of the Shadowlands Race Series with on the night prizes and series points up for grabs.

Run the flat, scenic Druridge Bay Beach Trail Runs on 25 January 2026, with options of 10km or half marathon across paths, trails and sand. All finishers get a medal and refreshments, and one well behaved dog is welcome per runner.

Run classic Lake District fell country at the Blake Fell Race on 31 January 2026, a testing 9.5 km course with 429 m of climb around The Leaps. Entries are limited to 120 so book early for this spirited winter challenge.