Trail Running calendar near Bamburgh 2025-2026

The Fellrunner at Windy Gyle is a rugged 13.7 km test with 549 m of climb across scenic Northumberland hills on Sun 21 Jun 2026. Entry on the day is welcome with modest fees for members and non members.

Enjoy summer trail running through scenic Chopwell Woods on 27 June 2026 with timed 5, 10 and 15 mile races. Canicross friendly and every finisher gets a medal plus a burger and drink to celebrate.

Celebrate the 50th Alston Gala with a scenic fell race from Alston Playing Field to Park Fell and back in the North Pennines. Short sharp climb and all entry fees go to the local mountain rescue team.

Trail Blazer Coastal Edition is a scenic out and back run along the Northumbrian coast on 28 June, listed as 10K but closer to 12K with gravel trails, dunes and sea views. After the run enjoy live music, food stalls and even llamas in the f..

Tackle the classic 20 mile Chevy Chase across wild Northumberland, summiting Cheviot and Hedgehope on an unmarked upland route that requires map and compass navigation. Finish in Wooler with food, T shirts and prizes.

Run 37 miles of classic Pennine Way from Bowlees to Alston in NAV4 Pennine 39, a rugged mountain trail through waterfalls, reservoirs and dramatic ridges. Places limited to 75 and entries open 13 Nov 2025.

Take on the Cross Fell Race in Garrigill, a scenic 24 km lasso route up Cross Fell and to the source of the Tees. Fully marshalled under FRA rules, the event raises funds for local charities and offers category prizes.

Run Edinburgh's seven hilltops in a mixed road, trail and hill event that blends urban navigation with racing. Choose your own route between hilltop checkpoints and opt for the competitive Race or the more relaxed Challenge.

Try the Saltwell Harriers Fell Race near Stanhope, County Durham, a scenic 9 km with about 300 m of climb through rugged Northumberland hills. On the day entries available for £5, a welcoming but testing run for fell runners.

Join this Beacon Hill fell race on Thu 9 Jul 2026 at Lordenshaw car park, Rothbury. A testing 6.6 mile course with 410 m of climb, entry on the day and teams of three welcome for a spirited summer challenge.

Take on the wild Northumberland hills at the Saint Cuthbert's Way Ultra in Wooler, with UTMB qualifying 100KM and 45M distances. Fully way marked route includes a tide race section, stocked checkpoints, recce runs and live GPS tracking.

Tackle Chapelfell Top, a challenging 7 km fell race with 400 m ascent from St John's Chapel in Weardale. The unmarked out and back climbs across rough open fell to the summit, rewarding navigators with great views and village hospitality.

Tackle scenic hills and a sweeping downhill in the Moffat Festival of Running on 14 July 2026, featuring a 15 km mixed terrain race plus junior and tots events. Expect tough climbs, great views and local prizes for runners of all ages.

Take on the Northumberlandia 10K on 18 July 2026 around the striking landform and surrounding trails, with hills, fast stone paths and forest tracks. Enjoy a bespoke finisher medal and event village with café and stalls.

Scurry to the Sea 2026 is a scenic mixed terrain challenge of just under 12 miles, starting on Allermuir Hill and finishing on Musselburgh harbour beach with a sandy finale. Limited to 275 places and advance entry only, it blends cross coun..

Run 14 miles along the Northumberland coast from Beadnell to Alnmouth on 26 July 2026, mixing sand, road and trail and finishing on the beach. Limited places and a 3 hour 30 minute cut off for tide and safety mean book early.

Run a scenic 37 mile loop from Allendale through the North Pennines AONB and UNESCO Global Geopark with around 4800 ft of ascent. Solo and relay entries welcome, with waymarked trails, checkpoints, keepsake mug and post race food.

The Devil HM is a 13.1 mile trail half on 9 August 2026 starting and finishing at the Land of Oak and Iron in Winlaton Mill. Expect 1666 ft of climbing in demanding Derwent Valley terrain, finisher shirt, music, photos and cash prizes for t..

Explore scenic woodland and estate trails at Lambton Castle on 16 August 2026 with 5 mile, 10 mile or 15 mile routes, canicross friendly with one well controlled dog per runner. Finishers receive a bespoke medal, Wild Deer merch and a snack..

Take on the CBTE Morland Half Marathon, a 13.65 mile trail through the scenic Eden Valley near Penrith. Partially self navigated with mixed off road terrain, it rewards finishers with a medal and a t shirt.