Darlington
Trail Running Calendar near Darlington 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Darlington for 2026-2027! We've gathered 80 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
A 7 hour Time Challenge on the River Wear in Durham with distances from 3 km to ultra, Scare Bear themed medals and distance pins, signed trail laps and aid tables offering drinks and snacks including vegan options.
Tackle the Viking Chase, a 12 km fell race across the North York Moors on 11 Oct 2026, featuring 572 m of climb and sweeping moorland views. Entry on the day, adults only, with proceeds to Cleveland Mountain Rescue.
A 9 km FRA BS fell race with 250 m climb at Sutton Bank Visitor Centre, the second counter in the 2026/27 Winter Fell Race Series requiring map and compass.
Family friendly Halloween run at Thorpe Farm Centre on Sunday 18th October with 5K and 2K options, fancy dress prizes and £2 entry raising funds for UTASS.
Experience an undulating 5 mile trail race in County Durham featuring a mix of woodland tracks, railway paths, and 500ft of elevation.
Obstacle-course races at Aske estate offering 5 km and 10 km routes with marked obstacles and options for owners to run with their dogs.
A themed 5 km Halloween trail at Trimdon Grange Community Centre on 29 October 2026 with costumes encouraged, age limit 12 years, limited free parking, food and prizes.
Night trail race at Sutton Bank Visitor Centre on 31 October 2026 over 7 miles with a marked route, mandatory kit requirements and a three hour time limit.
November 2026
37th Kilburn Kanter is a 24 mile challenge walk with 3,500 ft of ascent across the Hambleton Hills on 7 November 2026, featuring checkpoints and a 10 hour limit.
A 24 hour trail event near Yarm where runners complete a 6.7 km loop each hour for up to 24 hours while supporting Everymancan; only 100 places available.
A trail Time Challenge in Durham along the River Wear offering flexible distances, Remembrance medals and distance pins, aid stations and goody bags.
Timed MapRun navigation event at St John's Chapel with 60, 90, 120 and sometimes 180 minute courses; entry includes a waterproof map and a refreshment.
A seven-mile trail race through the Gibside National Trust estate on 15 November 2026, passing historic landmarks. The event includes water stations, distance markers, baggage storage and live chip timing.
A self-navigated winter challenge of 24 miles with a 10 hour limit, checkpoints and refreshments, limited to 130 entrants with a waiting list.
Charity 5 kilometre trail run at Cowpen Bewley Woodland Park raising funds for Zoe's Place and NeoAngels on a two lap undulating course.
Social trail runs of 5 km and 10 km around the Derwent Valley with post-run coffee at Pedalling Squares Cafe; free parking at Swalwell Bank and no dogs allowed.
December 2026
A 20 km fell race on Gisborough Moors in the North York Moors on Sun 6 Dec 2026, with 850 m of climb. Entry is available by pre-entry and on the day; teams are allowed and the race forms part of the North East Fell Running Champs.