Trail Running calendar near Darlington 2026-2027

Two days of trail running and duathlon in Grasmere on 28 and 29 March 2026, with 5 km and 10 km routes alongside multi-sport duathlons. Canicross friendly, live chip timing, limited on-site parking and an INOV8 shoe demo.

Experience an 11 km trail run through the spectacular scenery of Swaledale and Fremington Edge. This marked course features technical trails and mining hushes with a scenic finish along Arkle Beck.

Enjoy an out and back run or walk from Pooley Bridge to Hallin Fell. Choose between six, ten, or thirteen miles of scenic trails and paths with legendary post race refreshments at the village hall.

The DalesRunner 20 is an 18.3 km hilly trail run near Reeth, featuring steep climbs and technical descents on single-track paths. Mandatory kit is required for this fully marked course, which includes post race refreshments. The event is li..

Test your navigation skills on a 24 mile orienteering course through the North York Moors. Open to runners and walkers, this event features manned checkpoints and support from the Cleveland Mountain Rescue Team.

Experience a traditional 11 km fell race through the rough terrain of Bollihope Carrs in Co. Durham. Navigate a 380m climb to two summits using map and compass skills in this limited entry event.

Experience a traditional 8.5 mile fell race in Braithwaite featuring 3500 feet of ascent across three peaks. This non GPS event follows FRA rules and offers a classic navigation challenge through the English landscape.

Experience a historic fell race at Pendle Hill with routes for both seniors and juniors. This event features a challenging 4.5 mile senior course and multiple youth distances starting from Barley Village Hall.

A 55 km self-sufficient ultra across the Yorkshire Dales following Wainwright’s coast to coast from Kirkby Stephen to Richmond, with mapped GPX/Avenza support, mandatory kit checks and staffed aid stations including the Dales Bike Centre.

Traverse the scenic North York Moors in this 80 km ultra marathon following Wainwright's famed coast to coast route. Experience a self-sufficient adventure from Ingleby Cross to the finish at Robin Hood's Bay.

Test your limits at Normanby Hall Country Park with a multi-obstacle adventure race featuring mud, water, and horse jumps. Choose between 5km and 10km distances in this cross-country challenge for all levels.

Explore the scenic forest tracks of Whinlatter Top with 9 km or 12 km trail runs. This chip timed event offers wide runnable paths and is open to runners with or without dogs.

Enjoy a flexible 7 hour time challenge along the River Wear with distances ranging from 3km to ultra marathon. This inclusive trail run features a scenic lap course, comprehensive aid stations, and commemorative themed medals.

Experience a 8.3 km fell race through the North York Moors starting from Commondale Village Hall. This event features 220 meters of ascent and offers team categories for both men and women.

Join the Pete Hartley Memorial Liver Hill fell race on Tue 31 Mar 2026 in the South West Pennines, starting from Marl Pits Sports Centre in Rawtenstall. A punchy 7 km with 250 m climb, open to age 16 and over with entry on the day for £5; j..

Experience an evening trail run through Horwich with this 5km race organized by Winter Hill Runners. The event starts and ends at the Jolley Crofters Public House for a convenient local racing experience.

A 50 mile supported trail race from Manchester to Liverpool along the Trans-Pennine Trail with six checkpoints, mandatory kit, live GPS tracking and a 14 hour cut off. Entrants must be 20 or older and have completed a marathon.

Embark on a 109 mile trekking adventure along the scenic Cleveland Way with options for single or multi day challenges. Choose your level of self sufficiency and enjoy supported camping as you journey from Helmsley to Filey Beach.

Join a meaningful trail run or walk at Guisborough Rugby Club to support Teesside Samaritans. Choose between 10km and 21km routes along the official Samaritans Way while contributing to vital emotional support services.

Experience a scenic 10 km trail race across the North Yorkshire Moors starting from the Yorkshire Cycle Hub. This event supports mental health awareness and features a well marked circular route with 1100 feet of ascent.