Trail Running calendar near Bishop Auckland 2025-2026

The Hameldon Quarry Fell Race will take place in Hapton on Sunday 4 May 2025.

The Coiners Fell Race is an exciting running event organized by Calder Valley Fell Runners, featuring a challenging 10.8 km (6.7 miles) route with a total ascent of 295 meters (1000 feet). The race takes participants through scenic paths, tracks, and moorland, showcasing stunning views of Cragg Vale..

The Billy Goat Gallop is a 6.5-mile trail race organized by the Billingham Running Club, set in the scenic Wynyard Woodland Country Park. Participants will navigate an undulating terrain that includes a variety of scenic trails, farm tracks, and woodland paths, making it an exciting challenge for ru..

The Jane Tomlinson Canal Race Series is a well-established running event organized by Rothwell Harriers, featuring three scenic 5-kilometer races along the flat canal towpath of the Aire and Calder Navigation. The series aims to raise funds for the Jane Tomlinson Appeal and includes prizes for vario..

The Les Allcorn Trail Run Senior is an exciting multi-terrain running event covering approximately 10 kilometers, set in the picturesque Hulne Park, Alnwick. Scheduled for May 6, 2025, this event is organized with the permission of the Duke of Northumberland. Participants can register as affiliated..

The Dockray Hartside event is a fell running race taking place in the scenic Lake District, England. Scheduled for May 7, 2025, this challenging race covers a distance of 10 km (6.2 miles) with a significant elevation gain of 800 meters (2625 feet). The race starts in Dockray village, outside the Ro..

The Lothersdale Fell Race, organized by the Keighley and Craven Athletics Club, is a challenging yet enjoyable fell race that takes participants on a scenic route up to the trig point on Pinhaw. Covering approximately 3.4 miles with a climb of 591 feet, this midweek event is designed for runners age..

The Brockholes Bimble is a running event hosted by Preston, Fylde & Wyre Running at the scenic Brockholes Nature Reserve. Participants can choose from various distances, including a 10K, half marathon, marathon, and ultra, with a portion of the entry fees donated to support the nature reserve. The c..

The NAV4 LiAD Recce event from Caldbeck to Threlkeld offers participants a unique opportunity to explore a section of the route alongside experienced NAV4 tutors and fellow participants. This recce covers a challenging 12-mile stretch, featuring significant elevation changes and varied terrain, incl..

The Cottam Canter, organized by Preston, Fylde & Wyre Running, is a multi-distance running event taking place at the UCLAN Sports Arena in Cottam, Preston. Participants can choose from various distances, including 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, and ultra, with courses that feature scenic routes a..

The RAF Spadeadam Blue Streak Trail Run is a unique running event set in the historic RAF Spadeadam, which served as the test center for the Blue Streak rocket. Participants can choose between a 14-mile or an 11km course that showcases iconic launch platforms, military equipment, and practice target..

The Storth Stampede will take place in Storth on Saturday 10 May 2025.

The Pendle Cloughs Fell Race is a challenging running event set in the scenic landscape near Downham Village Hall, Lancashire. Covering a distance of 14 miles with significant elevation gain, the race features steep climbs and rugged terrain, making it a true test for participants. Runners navigate..

The Lap - Windermere Ultra Clockwise is a scenic 47-mile trail ultra event around Lake Windermere, designed for both runners and walkers. The course is fully way-marked and features 2,500 route marking arrows, GPS tracking, and five fully stocked aid stations, including a halfway station with a bag..

The Sedbergh Fell Race is a challenging running event organized by the British Open Fell Runners Association (BOFRA). This classic race features a demanding ascent to the summit of Winder, followed by a rapid descent back to the showfield, making it a test of endurance and speed. The race covers a d..

The Furty Furlong is an exciting 3.75-mile off-road running event taking place in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, on May 10, 2025. Organized by Kingstone Runners and supported by Hayselden VW, the course features a challenging, hilly terrain primarily composed of grass, with sections of gravel and potent..

The Marsden Moor & Marathon is a scenic challenge event featuring circular routes of 26, 23, or 18 miles through the picturesque Colne Valley. Organized by one of the friendliest groups within the Long Distance Walkers Association (LDWA), this event promises a rewarding experience for both walkers a..

The Hardmoors 26.2: White Horse Trail Marathon is a challenging running event taking place at Sutton Bank Visitor Centre near Thirsk, North Yorkshire. Scheduled for May 11, 2025, it features three race distances: a full marathon (approximately 28 miles), a half marathon (around 17 miles), and a 10k..

The Avenham Amble is a running event organized by Preston, Fylde & Wyre Running, featuring a variety of distances including a 10K, half marathon, full marathon, and ultra marathon. Set in the picturesque Avenham Park in Preston, participants will enjoy a scenic course that includes paths through Mil..

The Derwent Reservoir 5k & 10k Trail Runs will take place on May 11, 2025, at Derwent Waterside Park, located on the border of Durham and Northumberland. This event is designed for participants of all fitness levels, featuring scenic routes that include firm trails, footpaths, and some grass and woo..