Trail Running calendar near Barnard Castle 2026-2027

Join the 35th Allendale Challenge on Saturday 11 April 2026, a scenic 26 mile loop through the North Pennines. Organized by North of Tyne Mountain Rescue to raise funds, it welcomes walkers and runners and uses chip timing.

On 11 April 2026 the Punk Panther Ripon Stinger starts and finishes at Studley Roger Village Hall near Ripon, offering ultramarathon and shorter trail races through woods and historic sites including Fountains Abbey. Expect rugged scenic tr..

Calderdale Hike 11 April 2026 offers three scenic routes of 35, 24 and 16 miles across Pennine moors from Sowerby Bridge, welcoming runners and walkers 14+. Expect big climbs, checkpoint support and a hot meal at HQ.

Tackle 30 mile or 50 mile routes across the rolling Wolds under overnight skies, with checkpoints, food and camping at Driffield Showground on 11 and 12 April 2026. Finishers earn a badge, certificate and a hot meal.

Run the Charm Bracelet 10k from Skinningrove along dramatic clifftop trails on the Cleveland Way, with stunning sea views and a checkpoint in Saltburn. Open to runners and walkers, with a finisher medal and trophies.

RunThrough Lake District on 11 April 2026 from Keswick offers a scenic but testing 53k and a shorter 23k around Derwent Water and Catbells. Marshalled, chip timed courses with aid stations, live tracking for ultras and a hot finish.

The Jeffrey's Mount Figure of Eight on Sat 11 Apr 2026 in the Lake District is a classic 7.8 km fell race with 530 m of climb that rewards stamina and navigation. On the day entry is £8 and proceeds support Macmillan Cancer Support.

Tackle the classic Wardle Skyline, a scenic fell race in the South West Pennines on Sat 11 Apr 2026. The 11.3 km route climbs 381 m from Wardle Square and accepts pre entries and same day entry for runners after a spirited hill challenge.

Tackle scenic Lake District trails at Lakeland Trails Hawkshead on 11 April 2026 with 10k and 16k options for runners and walkers. Enjoy panoramic fell views, a famous Coffin Trail climb and a lively finish village.

Run the stunning north east coast from Redcar to Whitby in the CBTE Charm Bracelet Marathon, a 26.5 mile trail along beaches, cliffs and the Cleveland Way. Limited to 300 entrants and a welcoming 10 hour cutoff for walkers.

Run a scenic 14.35 miles from Redcar Beach to the fishing village of Staithes along sand, cliff top paths and the Cleveland Way. Challenging underfoot terrain and a five hour cutoff mean walkers are welcome.

Run through the majestic Bramham Park estate on 12 April 2026 with 5 km, 10 km or half marathon routes, canicross friendly so bring one dog per runner. Enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal and scenic trails past statues and woodland.

Explore the wild Howgills from Sedbergh on 12 April 2026 with 10 km, half marathon or full marathon options on scenic trails. Mandatory kit and minimum age 16 apply, and entries include a finisher medal, timing and photos.

Spring in Lakeland is a scenic 23 mile route from Ambleside with big climbs and memorable tarn views at Coniston and Tarn Hows. Runners and walkers welcome on 12 April 2026; the event is currently full with a waiting list.

Run along the River Wear with iconic Cathedral views at the Dashing Dog Charity Run in Durham. Pick any distance from 3 km to ultra in a seven hour time challenge, collect a dog themed medal and help local dog rehoming charities.

Take on a 7 hour timed trail along the River Wear near Durham, flat signed footpaths with cathedral views. Choose your distance from short loops to ultramarathons, walkers welcome and proceeds support local dog rehoming charities.

Enjoy a scenic 10 mile trail around Rivington Village, White Coppice and Wheelton Plantation on 12 April 2026 with chip timing and bespoke finisher medals. Competitive prizes for top and masters age category finishers add extra incentive.

Take on the Hooded Horse Fell Race in Kilburn, North York Moors on 12 April 2026, a challenging 10.7 km course with 390 m of climb through forest and moorland. Pre entry only; adults 18 plus welcome.

Join the Bunny Run 2 in Haworth on Tue 14 Apr for a lively 3 mile course with 100 m climb across the South West Pennines. Teams welcome, minimum age 12, finishers get a Cadbury Creme Egg and Easter egg prizes with chip butties and pub hospi..

Take on the Ossy Moors Fell Race in Oswaldtwistle on Wednesday 15 April 2026. This lively 5 mile fell course with about 300 m of climb weaves Bowland trails and offers on the day entry for a friendly competitive vibe.