Trail Running calendar near Blaydon 2026-2027

A short fell race in Haworth with a 4.8 km route and 100 m climb, based at the Sun Inn. Entry on the day is available and finishers receive a Cadbury's Creme Egg.

Tackle the Grisedale Grind, a steep 4 km Lake District fell race with a testing 480 m ascent that rewards gutsy climbs. Entry on the day for £7 cash, juniors welcome at Revelin Moss opposite Whinlatter Visitor Centre.

A circa 37 mile self-navigated ultra from Goathland visiting five Triangulation Pillars, open to solo participants or pairs. Competitors follow public rights of way, visit checkpoints in order and must carry mandatory navigation and safety..

A 12k trail run in Burnsall on 18 April 2026 following the first section of the half marathon with a diversion via Appletreewick. Part of the Due North Trail series, the event includes drinks stations, a post race meal, merchandise and priz..

A half marathon trail race in Burnsall following sections of the Dales Way with about 500 m of ascent, riverside and field terrain, drink stations and a post-race meal; free parking and prizes for overall and age-category winners.

Canal-side running in Saltaire with 5K, 10K and half marathon options. Entries are available online or on the day, and finishers receive a jumble medal, hot food and a drink.

Burnsall 12K is a trail race in Burnsall Village on 18 April 2026, following the first section of the half marathon and measuring about 11 km. The event is UKA licensed, requires minimum kit and has an age limit of 17 plus.

A mountain running event of about 40 miles in the Lake District, taking in Helvellyn, High Street and other summits. The figure of eight route has a 27 miles short option, is limited to 50 starters and requires full mountain kit.

Experience the Newlands Valley Horseshoe at this Category AL fell race near Keswick. Traverse 24.7 km of exposed peaks and over 2300 meters of elevation in the heart of the Lake District.

An 11.5 mile fell race around the Newlands fells on 18 April 2026, based at Newlands Adventure Centre in Keswick. Entry is limited to 500 and runners must carry mandatory mountain running kit with pre entry required.

Experience a scenic trail run or an accessible loch side walk at The Haining in Selkirk. This community event celebrates local heritage while offering signposted routes for both runners and walkers.

Lakeside Relays is a charity relay at Haverthwaite Station near Ulverston, with mixed teams made on the day and all ages running together on a short 0.80 miles loop that gains about 60 feet.

Circular trail races from Swainby Village Hall with 7 mile and 16 mile options through moorland and forest. Marked routes, feed stations, checkpoints and downloadable GPS files.

A new trail race by Heart & Soul Racing Limited at Blackton Grange Estate on 19 April 2026, offering 10 km and half marathon routes across moors, dams and rugged trails in the North Pennines.

An 11 km fell race in the Lake District held at Dean Barwick Primary School on Sun 19 Apr 2026. Entry is on the day with a flagged route, UK Athletics insurance in place and refreshments available.

A coastal race on 19 April 2026 from South Shields Pier to Roker Pier, about 7 miles along cliff paths past Marsden Rock and Souter Lighthouse. Entries open 2 February with separate fees for UKA registered and non registered runners.

An 8 miles trail race on 19 April 2026 around Wooler, Northumberland, starting and finishing at Ad Gefrin Distillery. The marked route climbs Yeavering Bell Hill and follows St Cuthbert's Way back to the distillery; dogs are not allowed.

The The Tour de Humbleton Trail Race will take place in Wooler on Sunday 19 April 2026.

A short fell race in Haworth on 21 April 2026, covering 4.8 km with about 100 m climb. Teams are allowed, entries accepted on the day, and all finishers receive a Cadbury's Creme Egg with Easter-egg prizes.

Beyond Newcastle offers 55 km and 25 km trail runs from the Swing Bridge on Newcastle Quayside on 25 April 2026, with signed riverside routes, marshals, feed stations and live chip-timing.