Trail Running calendar near Bellingham 2025-2026

Run a 17 km moonlit trail through Kielder Forest, from lakeside tracks into hillier mountain bike trails with a scenic descent into Kielder village. Part of the Shadowlands series, the race offers prizes and series points.

Explore Saltburn's wild coastal trails on circular Marathon, Half and Trail 10k courses with plenty of climbing and sea views. Self navigated with GPX and mandatory kit, entries limited to 350 for a true trail challenge.

Explore ancient ruins and formal gardens at Fountains Abbey World Heritage Site with 5 km, 10 km or half marathon trail options. Canicross friendly and chip timed, finishers get bespoke medals and Wild Deer merch amid unforgettable scenery.

Explore scenic, undulating forest trails around Grizedale with marathon and half marathon options on Sunday 1 February 2026. Enjoy lakeside views and varied terrain on a welcoming course, entries often fill quickly.

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.

The Duergar Nightcrawler is a 10 mile night trail through the wild Simonside Hills near Rothbury, offering a thrilling under the stars run. Torches are required and every entrant enjoys a warm cup of mulled wine to celebrate.

Run a scenic Half Marathon or 10 km through quiet country lanes of the Lorton Valley with Lake District views, starting and finishing near Cockermouth. Friendly event with live chip timing, medals and post race goodies for all finishers.

Join the Lakeland Paws Grizedale Growl at Grizedale Forest for scenic, chip timed trail runs over 10K or a dog friendly 6K. Bring up to two dogs in a suitable harness for a fun, muddy morning of laps through wide forest paths.

Run under moonlit skies in the Whinlatter Moon Runner, a head torch 10k through the hilly trails of Whinlatter Forest on 14 February 2026. Expect twisting singletrack, frosty footing and a friendly, eco minded race vibe.

A 7 hour timed run along the River Wear in Durham with cathedral views and looped laps from 3 km to 50 km. Aid stations, vegan options and finisher medals make it friendly for all abilities.

Run the Glentress Trail Marathon in the Tweed Valley on Sunday 15 February 2026, with 42k, 21k and 10k options over forest singletrack, moorland and mountain bike trails. Expect big climbs, stunning views and well marked routes with visitor..

Test your trail legs at the Glentress Trail Race in scenic Glentress Forest near Peebles, with 21 km, 10 km and new 5 km options for all abilities. Expect singletrack, moorland and mountain bike trails plus on course aid and a finishers med..

Smurf Run North offers a 7 hour time challenge along the River Wear with cathedral views, letting you tackle distances from 3 km to ultra. Finishers get themed medals, distance pins and a tasty goody bag with vegan options.

Run the stunning Northumberland coast at Bamburgh with Endurancelife, offering distances from 10K to ultra across sandy beaches, dunes and cliffs. Enjoy fully marked trails, timing and a finishers medal in a scenic AONB.

Explore scenic trails around Cracoe in the Yorkshire Dales with 12 or 25 mile options for walkers and runners. Places are limited and the event is currently full with a waiting list, with checkpoints, hot drinks and a finish meal to reward..

Enjoy scenic winter trail running around Derwent Reservoir with 5 and 10 mile routes weaving through woodland, firm trails and grassy sections. The 5 mile is canicross friendly so bring one controlled dog for a shared adventure.

Light up Whinlatter Forest with a headtorch in the Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails Night Run, choosing 5k or 10k undulating trail routes. Dogs are welcome with up to two per runner and individual starts for a relaxed, chip timed night event.

Brighten a winter evening with the Northumberlandia 10K Headtorch Trail Race, a lively 10K across rolling trails, stone tracks and forest paths. Enjoy a festival village, bespoke medal and atmospheric night running under headtorches.

Tackle a muddy multi terrain 10K through Ripon countryside on 1 March 2026 and enjoy a friendly chip timed race that supports St Wilfrid's School. A single lap course welcomes club runners and families with a 1K fun run for kids.