Trail Running calendar near Bellingham 2026-2027

A 10 km night trail run in Kielder Forest on 24 January 2026, part of the Shadowlands Race Series. The undulating mountain bike trails follow Lewis Burn, include the steep zig zags of Simons Tester, and finish with a long descent.

Classic Lake District fell run from Braithwaite Lodge to Stile End, 8 km with 500 m of climb through scenic but testing winter terrain as the fourth race in the Kong Winter Series. Pre entry only and limited to 300 places; minimum age 16 an..

Mixed beach and trail routes at Druridge Bay Country Park offer 10 km and half marathon options with live chip timing, a flat coastal course and canicross provision allowing one controlled dog per runner.

Tackle a scenic but stiff 4.7 km fell race at Elterwater Common in the Lake District as part of the Helm Hill Winter League, featuring a 396 m climb and great views. Entry on the day, juniors welcome, bring winter kit.

Explore Wilton Woods and Lazenby Bank East at a regional orienteering event on Sunday 25 January 2026. Varied courses for all abilities, car sharing encouraged, and a few on the day entries may be available subject to map availability.

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.

A 17 km night trail in Kielder Forest on 31 January 2026, Race 5 of the Shadowlands Race Series. The course mixes Lakeside Way, long climbs and technical mountain bike trails with 369 m of elevation.

Hardmoors 26.2 Saltburn features scenic but rugged circular trails of 28, 14.5 and 7.5 miles along the North York Moors coast with big climbs and sea views. Bring maps and mandatory kit and finishers get a medal.

A new trail running event at Fountains Abbey on 1 February 2026 with 5km, 10km and half marathon routes through the Deer Park, Water Garden and abbey grounds. Entries are sold out; the event is canicross friendly with live chip timing and a..

Challenge yourself on a classic Lake District fell race from Ambleside, tackling 14 km with 880 m of ascent and spectacular views. Entry is on the day for £2 and competitors must be 18 or over, with a strict cut off at Loughrigg summit.

Take on the Cod Beck Canter on Sun 1 Feb 2026 in the North York Moors: a 16.5 km moorland route with 573 m of climb from Ingleby Cross Village Hall. Entry on the day, minimum age 18, promises tough terrain and great views.

Take on the Montane Grizedale Forest Trail, a scenic marathon or half marathon through undulating forest tracks with an eastern loop near Windermere. Support stations, a finisher medal and official photos await finishers; entries are sold o..

Tackle a 10 mile night trail through the atmospheric Simonside Hills near Rothbury on Saturday 7 February 2026. Head torches are required and Cold Brew Events adds post run mulled wine for a warm finish.

Take on Clough Head in the Kong Winter Series, a punchy fell race in the Lake District on 7 February 2026. Expect about 7.3 km with 570 m of climb over rugged quarry and mountain terrain for a thrilling winter challenge.

Join Dumfries Running Club for a community cross country at MacLeod Pavilion in Dumfries on 7 Feb 2026, with races from U13 to Senior and Masters and medals for every finisher. Low entry fees make it perfect for families and newcomers.

A day of trail running and recovery at Charlton Hall Estate, featuring 5K and 10K runs, a post-run yoga session, equipment demos, saunas, ice baths, and on-site food and drinks.

Road races in the Lorton Valley starting and finishing in Cockermouth Town Centre. Offers a half marathon and a 10km with live chip-timing and finishers' medal, merchandise and a post-race snack.

Trail runs at Grizedale Forest on 8 February 2026 feature fully marked, chip timed courses on wide forest paths. Choose a 10K with 260 m ascent or a 6K with 150 m ascent; two dogs per runner are permitted on a suitable harness.

Experience the stunning Northumberland coast in the Bay2Bay Coastal Run, a scenic 10 mile point to point from Druridge Bay to Newbiggin by the Sea along beaches, cliff paths and trails. Canicross friendly with a finisher medal and event pho..

Tackle a challenging 2 mile fell race in scenic Barbondale, Lake District on Sun 8 Feb 2026, with 358 m of climb over flagged terrain. Part of the Helm Hill Winter League, pre entry or pay on the day; parking is very limited.