Darlington
Trail Running Calendar near Darlington 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Darlington for 2026-2027! We've gathered 92 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
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 from Bainbridge with a 10 hour limit, checkpoints and refreshments, limited to 130 places and currently on a waiting list.
Charity 5 km trail run at Cowpen Bewley Woodland Park, two laps on undulating mixed terrain, organised by Billingham Running Club to raise funds for local charities.
Social 5 km and 10 km trail runs around the Derwent Valley from Pedalling Squares in Swalwell, with coffee afterward, free parking at Swalwell Bank, no dogs allowed.
An off road obstacle race for dogs and owners at Aske Estate near Richmond, offering 5 km and 10 km courses with many marked obstacles and tie up points.
December 2026
Guisborough Moors is a 12.5 mile 20.1 km fell race on 6 December from Guisborough Sea Cadets Hall with about 792 m ascent and entry on the day.
A 2.5 km or 5.0 km trail run at Durham Amateur Rowing Club with themed medals, a Santa visit, and a fully signed course along the River Wear.
Trail time challenge along the River Wear in Durham with distances from 3 km to ultra, themed medal, bobble hat and aid stations.
A night-time fell race to Chapelfell Top on unmarked, pathless ground that requires off-path navigation experience and extensive, specified kit.
A festive, multi-terrain race of about 7 miles near Loftus on 20 December 2026 with chip timing, a finisher T-shirt, and limited entries.
Take on a scenic 8.8 km fell race from Guisborough Rugby Club through the North York Moors, with 376 m of climb to test your legs. Junior races and team categories make it a festive late December outing with on the day entries and post race refreshme..
An undulating 10 kilometre multi‑terrain race around Hell Wath Nature Reserve and Studley parkland in Ripon, with Race HQ at Panthers Football Club and a food bank collection.
A Christmas Shakeout run by DalesRunner in the Northern Yorkshire Dales on 29th December, presented as a marked trail event within their events programme.
January 2027
Trail runs of 5 and 10 miles at Gibside National Trust with live chip timing, canicross welcome, free parking and finishers' medal plus refreshment.
A 7 hour trail Time Challenge in Durham along the River Wear offering flexible distances from 3 km to 50 km, themed medals, goody bags and aid stations.
An 8.3 km senior fell race in the North York Moors with 220 m climb, entry on the day and team competition options.
February 2027
Trail marathon, half and 10k at Saltburn-by-the-Sea with self-navigation, mandatory kit requirements and a 330 runner limit.
A 16.5 km fell race in the North York Moors with 573 m ascent, based at Ingleby Cross Village Hall and offering entry on the day under FRA permit.
A seven hour Time Challenge along the River Wear in Durham on 14 February 2027, offering distances from 3 km to 50 km with medals, pins and goody bags.
A 10.4 km fell race in the North York Moors from St Helens church, Saltburn, with 350 m ascent, on the day entry and a 120 runner limit.