Trail Running calendar near Bamburgh 2025-2026

Tidal Trails in South Shields mixes beach and trail running with live music, food and family beach games. Pick an 8km or 2km run, try barefoot sprints or the family relay then unwind in the lively event village.

Challenge yourself on a scenic trail half marathon across forest tracks and heather clad moorland, including the iconic Roseberry Topping climb in the North York Moors. Places are limited to 50 runners and all finishers receive a bespoke me..

Take on the Gateshead Trail 10 km through Derwent Walk Country Park on 22 Aug 2026. Enjoy mostly gentle trails and a social double loop. Finish in a lively village with food, music and coffee and grab a designer medal bottle opener.

Test yourself on the Falstone Falcon, a classic Northumberland fell race: 5.8 km with around 300 m of climb over rugged moorland. No pre entry needed, just turn up for £2 and race under FRA permit.

Tackle Roseberry Topping on Wed 26 Aug 2026 in this classic short fell race hosted from Newton under Roseberry. Expect a punchy 2.3 km course with big climb and great views, junior entries welcome and on the day entry available.

Join the Eyemouth Twilight 5k on 28 August 2026 for a chip timed coastal evening run with medals for finishers. Family friendly Scott's Mini Fun Runs, goodie bags and Giacopazzi's Gelato at the finish make it a fun seaside outing.

Take on the Weardale Agricultural Show Fell Race on 29 August 2026 in St John's Chapel. A lively 4 km fell run with 120 m of climb across classic upland terrain, plus fun junior showground races and easy entry on the day.

Join this lively fell race at Bellingham Showfield as part of the country show, tackling 4 miles with 600 ft of climb across classic Northumberland terrain. No pre entry required; runners aged 16 and over can sign up on the day.

Join a seven hour timed event on a scenic trail along the River Wear with glorious views of Durham Cathedral; run or walk as many laps as you like from 3 km up to ultra distances. Limited to 300 entries with a friendly festival vibe.

Take on Hardmoors 26.2 Roseberry on Sunday 30 August 2026 in Guisborough for rugged moorland trails and big climbs. Three distances suit a range of abilities and a friendly, well marshalled event makes for a memorable day.

Join GNR and Time Turner in Durham for a 7 hour Time Challenge where you choose your distance from 3 km to ultra. Run scenic River Wear loops with cathedral views, then celebrate with themed medals, distance pins and vegan goody options.

Join Maverick Kielder Forest Gravel on 5 September 2026 for scenic forest runs from 5 km to 52 km suitable for all abilities. Fast trails, steady climbs, weekend camping and refill stations for reusable bottles make it a weekend adventure.

Blencathra Marathon on 6 Sept 2026 is a scenic yet demanding 26.4 mile fell loop from Caldbeck via five Wainwright summits. Around 6,000 ft ascent, GPS tracking and a warm finish with drinks and a medal suit experienced runners and walkers.

The Old Crown Round on 12 Sep 2026 is a tough 36 km Lake District fell race with 2200 m of climbing across pathless open fell, so navigation skills are essential. Pre entry via SiEntries is required and teams are welcome.

Take on the Enchanted Ultra 50 km through the wild Cheviot hills from Wooler, passing ancient hillforts and St Cuthbert's Way. Expect rugged trails, GPS navigation, marshals and aid stations for a memorable backcountry challenge.

Hardmoors 60 is a rugged 63 mile ultramarathon along the Cleveland Way, tracing dramatic Yorkshire coast scenery from Guisborough to Filey. Limited entries for solo runners and relay teams, with an 18 hour time limit and tracker for safety.

Explore Raby Castle estate on 20 September 2026 with 5km, 10km or half marathon trail options across paths, woodland and parkland where deer roam. Enjoy live chip timing, a finisher medal and a drink and snack.

RunThrough Trails at Hamsterley Forest offers 10K and half marathon routes through pine woods and open clearings for a scenic off road challenge. Enjoy undulating, well marked trails, a themed medal, free race photos and an event village.

Pilgrims’ Ultra runs from Holy Island along St Oswalds Way to Hadrian's Wall, mixing coastal views, castles, river valleys and woodlands. Choose 50 km, 100 km or 100 mile routes with tracking, medal, T shirt and return buses.

Enjoy scenic woodland trails at Dalkeith Country Park on 27 September 2026 with routes from a family mile to ultra, welcoming runners and dogs alike. Live chip timing, medals, event merch and an energy bar for every finisher.