Trail Running calendar near Bishop Auckland 2025-2026

Take on Hardmoors 26.2 White Horse at Sutton Bank Visitor Centre for scenic rugged trail running across the North Yorkshire moors. Choose marathon, half or 10k on circular, self navigated courses with a small field and cupless format.

Join the Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Double Header at Whinlatter on 10 May 2026 for summit runs to Seat How. Forest trails welcome runners with or without dogs in this lively season finale.

Join the Avenham Amble in Preston on 10 May 2026 for 10K, half, marathon or ultra options along scenic riverside paths through Avenham and Miller Parks. Run one day or embrace the three day series and claim a bespoke medal and post run good..

Tough, scenic fell race in Bilsdale, North York Moors on Sun 10 May 2026. About 11.3 miles with 950 m of climb across classic moorland terrain. Enter on the day; expect limited parking so please car share.

Take on the classic Latrigg fell race in Keswick, Lake District on 13 May 2026, a short but steep 3 mile climb with great views. Entry is available on the day for a small fee on a fully flagged route for runners aged 13 and up.

Tackle the Caw fell race in the Lake District on Wednesday 13 May 2026, 9.3 km with 550 m climb from Broughton Mills. Day of race entry, great views and a classic fell running challenge for all abilities.

Run or walk scenic trails at Constable Burton Hall, choosing 5 km or 10 km routes through pasture, woodland and a lively stream crossing. Limited to 200 entrants, this friendly estate event offers post race food and a charity donation.

Run the Rodley Rock up n' Run, a pop up Summer Series 5k and 10k along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, with on the day or online entry. All finishers get a jumble medal and hot food plus a beer or soft drink.

Holcombe 10 on 16 May 2026 features 10K and 10 mile trail routes from Hare & Hounds through Redisher Woods and up to Peel Tower with sweeping moorland views. Rugged climbs, runnable bridleways and a finisher memento support local youth proj..

Experience stunning Dales trails at the Punk Panther Skipton Skedaddle on 16 May 2026, with distances from a half to a 50 mile ultra that visit Malham Tarn and Gordale Scar. Expect big climbs, epic views and a festival finish with medal and..

Take on the Sedbergh Fell Race on 16 May 2026 for a stiff climb up Winder and a thrilling descent back to The Showfield. Senior and junior races welcome with entries available on the day.

Old County Tops is a Lake District fell race at New Dungeon Ghyll in Great Langdale on 16 May 2026. Expect a long, demanding 59 km mountain course with 3050 m of climb, raced in pairs for a thrilling test of endurance and navigation.

Take on the Oswiu's Revenge half marathon on 17 May 2026, a scenic trail loop around Black Hambleton and Silton Woods near Osmotherley. Limited to 50 runners, this technical course rewards finishers with a bespoke medal and certificate.

Join the Derwent Reservoir 5k and 10k trail runs on 17 May 2026 for scenic routes around the reservoir with grassy paths and woodland trails. Canicross friendly with medals, snacks and live chip timing for a fun, fast day out.

Enjoy a scenic trail 10K around Golden Acre Park and Pauls Pond, featuring woods, a grassy hill and lakeside views. Friendly community vibe, souvenir CC10K t shirt and on course support make it ideal for spring runners.

Join the Calderdale Way Relay on Sun 17 May 2026 for a scenic but savage 80.5 km team challenge across the South West Pennines with 3660 m of climb. Teams of 12, pre entry only, runners run in pairs and strict kit rules apply.

Tackle the classic Mearley Clough Fell Race near Clitheroe, a short but sharp 5.6 km climb across scenic South Pennine fell. Entry on the day and a warming pasta supper make this a friendly, bite sized challenge.

Take on the Latterbarrow Loop, a scenic Lake District 3 mile trail with about 250 m of climb and stunning views between Ennerdale and Calder Bridge. Entry on the day, limited to 100 runners, low fee and a prize for every finisher make this..

Tackle a classic Pennine fell on Wed 20 May 2026 in Kildwick, starting at the White Lion. This punchy 6 km course with 245 m climb delivers steep ups, junior races and a friendly crowd; pre entry is available and parking is limited.

Run as far as you like along the scenic River Wear in the Dun Holm Challenge, a seven hour time event at Durham. Enter single days or all five for a commemorative t shirt and enjoy signed trails, aid stations and vegan options.