Trail Running calendar near Bishop Auckland 2025-2026

The Blubberhouses Moor will take place in Harrogate on Sunday 23 March 2025.

The Heptonstall Fell Race is a challenging category BL race set in the picturesque landscape of Heptonstall, West Yorkshire. Covering a distance of 24.8 km (15.4 miles) with an ascent of 966 meters, the route features a mix of steep valleys, upland pastures, and moorland. Participants will navigate ..

The Buttermere Trail Race is a scenic 20-kilometre running event set in the picturesque Buttermere Valley, Cumbria. Designed for participants of all abilities, the race features a circular route around the stunning shores of Buttermere and Crummock Water. The terrain includes a mix of lakeshore trai..

The Dan Lee Military Race is a ten-mile running event held in memory of former Royal Marine and firefighter Dan Lee. The race features a challenging course with 1447 feet of elevation gain across mixed terrain, including quiet roads and moorland. Participants can choose to run or compete in a weight..

The Pendulum Race, organized by Northern Fell Running, is an exhilarating challenge set in Langleeford, where participants will tackle both Hedgehope Hill and The Cheviot. This 11-mile course features a demanding ascent of 3689 feet, testing both physical and mental endurance. Runners are encouraged..

The L100 Recce 3 event, part of the Montane Lakeland 50 & 100 series, takes place from Buttermere to Dalemain, covering a distance of 33 miles. Scheduled for March 23, 2025, this recce day is designed to help participants familiarize themselves with the course, which includes notable locations such ..

The Mountain Rescue Pendle Dark Dash is an exciting running event that takes place on Pendle Hill, offering participants a challenging 9.2 km course through the dark. The route begins in Barley, leading runners up the tourist path to the Beacon, then across the flags to Ogden Clough, and back down w..

The Grasmere 5K & 10K Trail Runs, set for March 29, 2025, in the picturesque Lake District, offer runners a chance to experience one of the UK's most beautiful trail courses. The event features a scenic 10km route that includes Grasmere Village, Grasmere Water, and Rydal Water, while the 5km course ..

The Fremington Frenzy is an 11km running event set in the scenic landscapes of Reeth and Arkengarthdale Moor, taking place on March 29, 2025. This race offers a challenging yet accessible introduction to the DalesRunner series, featuring steep ascents, technical descents, and breathtaking views of S..

The DalesRunner 20 is an exhilarating trail running event set in the scenic landscapes of Reeth and Arkengarthdale Moor, taking place on March 29, 2025. Covering a distance of 18.3 km, the course features challenging ascents, stunning ridge-running, and technical descents, making it a favorite among..

The Canalathon Ultra is an exciting running event taking place along the scenic Rochdale Canal, featuring various distances including 100km, 50km, Half Marathon, 10km, and 5km. Participants will enjoy a flat, well-maintained course that allows for fast times, with minimal elevation and no navigation..

The Bunny Run series, organized by Wharfedale Harriers, is a fun Easter-themed running event consisting of three races. Participants can enter all three races to accumulate points and compete for series prizes. Each race features a 3-mile course with a 300-foot climb, designed to be fast and engagin..

The Ranger Ultras PB137km Trail Challenge is an exciting trail running event taking place over three days, featuring a challenging 137km course through the stunning landscapes of the Pennine Bridleway. Participants have 50 hours to complete the race, which includes generous timings and runnable trai..

The Lake District event offers participants the chance to explore some of the most scenic trails in the Lake District National Park, featuring routes from Keswick to Scafell, including Honister Pass, Green Gable, and Wasdale Head. The event includes two race options: a 20K and a 50K, both set agains..

The Five Trigs event is a challenging route that takes participants around five Trig Points in the South Pennines, with Blackstone Edge being the most northerly point. This event is open to both walkers and runners, covering a distance of 19 miles with an ascent of 3000 feet. Participants are requir..

The RunThrough Lake District Ultra Trails 50k & 20k event, scheduled for April 5, 2025, invites participants to experience the stunning and challenging trails of the Lake District. The race features a scenic route that includes the ridgeline past Derwent Water and Maiden Moor, culminating in a retur..

The Five Trig Points event is a challenging 19-mile race set in the scenic area of Delph, Saddleworth, featuring a significant ascent of 3000 feet. Participants navigate a route that includes five local trig points, primarily along footpaths and trails, including sections of the Pennine Way. The cou..

The Calderdale Hike is an annual event set in the scenic high Pennine valleys of Calderdale, featuring three challenging routes of 36, 26, and 17 miles. Open to both walkers and runners aged 14 and over, participants can enjoy stunning views while navigating steep ascents and descents. The event, or..

The Northern Traverse® is a challenging 300km self-supported ultra race that follows Wainwright’s Coast to Coast route, starting from St Bees on the west coast of England and finishing at Robin Hood’s Bay on the east coast. The event takes participants through three National Parks, featuring stunnin..

The Samaritans Way Trail Run is a fundraising event organized in partnership with Teesside Samaritans to celebrate their 57th birthday. Participants can choose from various options, including a 20km walk, 20km run, 40km marathon run, and a 60km ultra run, all set on the scenic trails of the Official..