Trail Running calendar near Cramlington 2026-2027

The Fellrunner at Windy Gyle is a rugged 13.7 km test with 549 m of climb across scenic Northumberland hills on Sun 21 Jun 2026. Entry on the day is welcome with modest fees for members and non members.

Take on a scenic 12 km course across the North York Moors with 400 m of climb for a rewarding midweek challenge. Entry on the day, friendly teams welcome and a post race BBQ helps raise money for charity.

Take on the Reston Scar Scamper at Staveley Mill Yard on Wed 24 Jun 2026, a lively 6 km fell race with 301 m of climb across fully marked Lake District trails. On the day entry is £5 and all proceeds support Staveley community projects.

Trail races at Chopwell Woods offer 5, 10 and 15 mile routes through mixed woodland. Live chip timing is provided and finishers receive a medal plus a burger and a beer or soft drink, with one controlled dog per runner allowed.

A 50th anniversary fell race in Alston on 27 June 2026, running from Alston Playing Field to Park Fell and back. The course is 6.2 km with 211 m of climb and entry fees support the local mountain rescue team.

Trail Blazer Coastal Edition offers a scenic 10K that runs closer to 12K along the Northumbrian coast with dunes, gravel trails and sea views. Finish the day festival style with live music, food, drinks and even llamas, no cut offs.

A 13K FRA Category AM fell race in the Lake District with 825 m ascent, using the enforced classic route and three checkpoints. Navigation skills, an OS map and the FRA mandatory kit are required; GPS is not permitted.

Gategill Fell Race on Wed 1 Jul 2026 in the Lake District is a short steep 3.6 km climb that tests hill running and grit. On the day entries only, wear grippy shoes and enjoy refreshments as proceeds support the local community.

Join the Whernside fell race in the Yorkshire Dales on Wed 1 Jul 2026 for a thrilling 10.5 km run with 468 m of ascent and spectacular Ribblehead scenery. Perfect for experienced fell runners looking for a bold midweek challenge.

Beat The Bounds in Patterdale on 4 July 2026 traces the historic parish boundary with options from a 28 mile endurance route to a family downhill walk. Enjoy stunning Lake District scenery while supporting the local school and church.

A 120 miles circular ultra across the North York Moors National Park visiting the ten highest hills and ancient sites. The route has about 16,000 ft of ascent, a 35 hours time limit and is based at Goathland Village Hall.

A circular trail race of about 31.7 km around Muker with almost 3,000 ft of ascent, reaching Tan Hill Inn and returning via the Pennine Way. The course is fully marked and supported with aid stations, GPX downloads and marshals on route.

A roughly 15.5 to 16 km loop from Muker via Swinner Gill, with marked upland trails, mandatory kit checks and fully stocked aid stations offering vegan and gluten free options. Entrants must be 16 or older and the field is limited to 100 ru..

A 20 mile unmarked fell event in Northumberland on 4 July 2026, including climbs of Cheviot and Hedgehope. Entries open 1 February 2025 and the event is limited to 300 places, with a non-competitive Challenge Walk option.

Take on the Darren Holloway Memorial Race Buttermere Horseshoe on Sat 4 Jul 2026 in the Lake District. This tough 35.5 km mountain course with 2515 m of climb rewards strong trail skills and spectacular fell scenery.

Explore the Lake District in the Saunders Lakeland Mountain Marathon, a two day mountain navigation event for teams of two. Pick from varied courses, camp overnight and test map and compass skills on rugged terrain.

Run from Honister Slate Mine through about 1 km of mine tunnels wearing a helmet and headtorch, then climb to Fleetwith Pike and Grey Knotts. A short but fierce 6 km with 1500 m of ascent and spectacular Borrowdale scenery.

A 37 mile mountain trail along the Pennine Way covering waterfalls, High Cup Nick and Crossfell with four checkpoints, support at Alston YHA and a capped field of 75 entrants. Entry fee includes coach transport to the start.

Take on the Cross Fell Race in Garrigill, a scenic 24 km lasso route up Cross Fell and to the source of the Tees. Fully marshalled under FRA rules, the event raises funds for local charities and offers category prizes.

Join the Langdale Gala fell race on Sun 5 Jul 2026 in Great Langdale for a short steep 2.2 km climb with stunning Lake District views. Entry is on the day and included with gala admission, open to runners aged 16 and over.