Trail Running calendar near Cramlington 2025-2026

A bracing winter coastal trail on the Cleveland Way, about 30 miles with roughly 3,400 ft of ascent, based at Fylingdales Village Hall. Limited to 200 runners with an 11 hour cutoff, this coastal route is a rewarding winter endurance test.

Kick off the year with the Deepdale Dash, a lively 5 mile trail run around Barnard Castle supporting St Teresa's Hospice. Tackle muddy tracks, woodland trails and a stream crossing while enjoying on route aid, photos and a keepsake.

Run a 22 km night trail through Kielder Forest at the Osprey Trail Run, part of the Shadowlands Race Series. Enjoy undulating forest and mountain bike trails around Gowanburn and earn series points and prizes.

Kick off the year with the Brampton Trail Run, a single lap 7 kilometre off road route through scenic Cumbria. Expect muddy, undulating trails, a bespoke finisher medal and post race coffee and cakes to celebrate.

Kick off the year on forest trails at Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails South in Whinlatter Forest on 4 January 2026, with scenic 5K and 10K off road courses. Dog friendly and chip timed for a fun, competitive start to the season.

Take on a 12 kilometre multi terrain trail around Whitley Bay, starting on the beach and finishing on the running track with stunning coastal and clifftop views. Limited places make this scenic January run one to book early.

Brave a deep winter fell run to the summit of Hedgehope and back in the Winter Wipeout, about a half marathon amid snow, sleet and winter winds. Part of the Shadowlands Series, runners get a marked course, marshals and warming soup at the f..

Tackle winter trails through 4,900 acres of Hamsterley Forest with half marathon and 10k options on Saturday 10 January 2026. Expect undulating woodland paths, stunning valley views and marshaled aid stations to keep you going.

Scarborough Rock offers scenic 26 and 16 mile coastal and moorland routes from Scalby Parish Hall, passing Oliver's Mount. Popular LDWA event with checkpoints, food and a finishers meal; currently full with a waiting list.

Join a guided recce of around 25 miles along the scenic Hardmoors route from Osmotherley to Helmsley on 17 January 2026. Run in led groups with checkpoints, winter support and a warm soup and drinks finish, with a return bus option.

Run the night section from Ambleside to Coniston in this 16 mile recce. For confirmed Lakeland 50 and 100 entrants, it offers real night conditions, checkpoint support and a chance to test kit and pacing.

Enjoy winter trails at Vogrie Country Park through woodland and Tyne Valley views, starting and finishing by the manor. Distances range from a family 1.6 km run to a half marathon, with marshals, signposted routes and post race snacks.

Join the Rise From The Ashes Run, a 7 hour timed trail along the River Wear with stunning Cathedral views, offering distances from a short 3 km up to marathon and ultra options. Finishers get a themed medal and goody bag with vegan choices.

Run the Rise From The Ashes Run North, a seven hour time challenge on a signed trail along the River Wear with scenic Cathedral views in Durham. Choose distances from 3 km to 50 km and earn a themed medal.

Run under dark skies in Kielder Forest on a 10 km night trail with 246 m of climbing, tackling short steep climbs and the zig zags of Simons Tester. Enjoy a fast finishing descent plus on the night prizes and series points.

Run flat scenic paths, trails and beach at Druridge Bay Beach Trail Runs on 25 January 2026 with 10K and half marathon options. Canicross friendly, chip timing and finishers receive a medal, Wild Deer merch and a snack.

Experience a 17 km night trail through atmospheric Kielder Forest with sweeping climbs and flowing descent on mountain bike trails. Perfect for adventurous runners seeking a scenic challenge and series points in the Shadowlands Race Series.

Explore Saltburn's wild coastal trails on circular Marathon, Half and Trail 10k courses with plenty of climbing and sea views. Self navigated with GPX and mandatory kit, entries limited to 350 for a true trail challenge.

Explore ancient ruins and formal gardens at Fountains Abbey World Heritage Site with 5 km, 10 km or half marathon trail options. Canicross friendly and chip timed, finishers get bespoke medals and Wild Deer merch amid unforgettable scenery.

Explore scenic, undulating forest trails around Grizedale with marathon and half marathon options on Sunday 1 February 2026. Enjoy lakeside views and varied terrain on a welcoming course, entries often fill quickly.