Trail Running calendar near Darlington 2026-2027

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.

Join Kirkstall Rock up n' Run on 25 June 2026 for a lively pop up summer 5k or 10k along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. Finishers get a jumble medal and can enjoy hot food and a beer or soft drink in a friendly post run atmosphere.

Tackle 47 miles across the rolling Yorkshire Wolds in the scenic Hardwolds 40, with roughly 4600 ft of ascent and a 20 hour time limit. Solo runners or relay teams of two to four will enjoy classic villages, tracks and testing climbs from B..

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.

Join the Kirkby Gala Fell Race on Saturday 27 June 2026 in Kirkby in Furness for a lively BOFRA championship counter with races for all ages. The new field to windmill course is about 3.5 miles with a testing climb and great views.

Join the 50th Alston Gala Fell Race on 27 June in North Pennines, a scenic 6.2 km run with 211 m ascent to Park Fell and back. Pre and on the day entries welcome and all fees go to the local mountain rescue who will marshal the course.

Tackle Burrs Bash at Burrs Country Park, Bury, a lapped riverside trail where you can run from a single 3.3 mile lap up to marathon or ultra distance within a seven hour limit. Proceeds support The Sunnywood Project and flexible medal optio..

Join the Eldwick Gala fell race in the South West Pennines, a scenic but testing 3 mile course with 168 m climb and short junior races. Limited to 200 runners, this community event blends tough trails and festival fun.

A scenic coastal trail from the Ship Inn in Sewerby, Bridlington that follows cliffs and woodland toward Flamborough with undulating paths, steps and stiles. Choose 10k, half marathon or marathon and enjoy feed stations and pub food at the..

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.

Tackle the classic Blencathra fell race in the Lake District, a challenging 13 km route with 825 m of climb over rugged ridges and stunning views. Pre entry only via SiEntries, this English champs counter is a true test of fell running.

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.

A lively 4 mile fell race around Cragg Vale in the South Pennines, testing you with 244 m of climb across scenic moorland. On the day entry and team prizes, registration at Cragg Church and post race beer add a fun finish.

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.

Summits of The North York Moors Ultra is a 120 miles loop across ancient moorland, climbing about 16,000 ft and topping the park's highest summits. Starting and finishing in Goathland on 4 and 5 July 2026, this intimate field tests seasoned..

DalesRunner 30 is an upland trail from Usha Gap Campsite that loops over remote moorland to the Tan Hill Inn and back, covering about 31.7 km with nearly 3,000 ft of ascent. Expect rugged scenery, waymarked routes and hearty post race refre..

Swinner Swagger is a scenic 15.5 km 9.6 mile trail loop from Usha Gap Campsite near Muker, featuring grassy tracks, climbs and riverside Pennine Way views. Limited to 100 runners, the event offers marshals, aid stations and hot post race fo..

Tackle the classic 20 mile Chevy Chase across wild Northumberland, summiting Cheviot and Hedgehope on an unmarked upland route that requires map and compass navigation. Finish in Wooler with food, T shirts and prizes.

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.