Trail Running calendar near Darlington 2026-2027

A 24 mile route from Dovestone Sailing Club through the Dark Peak and South Pennine Moors, with about 3900 ft of ascent. The event includes four checkpoints with food and drink, is limited to 150 places, and is currently full.

This night run takes participants through the undulating forest roads and trails of Whinlatter Forest. With two marked distances available and individual starts, it welcomes runners with or without dogs. Head torches are required for the ev..

A community fell race from Dufton Village Green to High Cup Nick and back, about 15 km with roughly 450 m of ascent. The event raises funds for Dufton Village Hall and includes post-race soup and a roll.

A nighttime 10K trail run around the Northumberlandia landform with hills, stone paths, soft trails and forest tracks. A water station is at mile 4 and all finishers receive a bespoke medal.

A short but demanding fell race on Ilkley Moor covering 8 km with 401 m of ascent, held under FRA rules. Pre-entry and limited on-day places are available, entry fees start at £8 and the event has a 400 runner limit.

A chip timed 10 kilometre multi terrain race in Ripon with a separate 1 kilometre fun run for all ages. Entry fees vary for affiliated and unaffiliated runners and places are limited.

Join the Saint Michael's Harrogate event with 10K and 5K trail runs on laps. Your participation supports the local hospice. Facilities include water stations and baggage storage, with entries capped at 1000 runners.

Take on the Eskdale Eureka fell race on Sun 1 Mar 2026 in the North York Moors, based at Castleton Cricket Club, a challenging 14.3 km course with about 470 m of climb across classic moorland. Entry on the day, with proceeds supporting Clev..

The Cautley race is a low-level fell running event within the Kendal Winter League series. The series starts in January, with races held mostly weekly. Registration is free online, with a fee payable on race day for seniors and juniors.

Explore the high moorlands and valleys of Saddleworth in this classic trail event. Choose from three challenging distances, each visiting local reservoirs and mixing paved paths with rugged, boggy terrain. The fee covers timing, refreshment..

Night trail races at Kielder, Grassholme and Derwent set in designated dark sky areas, with distances from 10K to 26.6 miles and a double option. The events note friendly volunteers and lively atmosphere alongside occasional signage and rou..

A category BM fell race around Pendle from Barley Village Hall on 7 March 2026, roughly 15 km with about 543 m ascent. Entries are limited to 300 with pre-entry and on-the-day options and results published online.

Take on the iconic Black Combe fell race in the Lake District: a tough 13 km course with about 1000 m climb and stunning views. Pre entry only, over 18s welcome, and every entry includes a pie.

The Morland Marathon is a 30-mile trail event on March 8, 2026. It features a partially self-navigated route suitable for trail runners and walkers.

An ultra trail along the Northumberland coast from Bamburgh to Druridge Bay with two distances, 54 km and a new 27 km option. The route includes coastal landmarks, feed stations, mandatory kit requirements, and live chip timing.

A 26 miles and 18 miles walking and running event on 8 March 2026 from Greenmount, across Western Pennine reservoirs and moors, organised by LDWA East Lancs. The event is full and a waiting list is being used.

A roughly 5k trail race at Hamsterley Forest on 8 March 2026 with mud, hills and obstacles; dogs are welcome and veterinary and canine first aid cover are provided. Teams of five compete for Top Dogz awards based on aggregate time.

The Granny's Bay Challenge is a 5.24-mile loop event on a flat coastal path in Lytham St. Annes. Runners choose their distance within a 6-hour window, from a single lap to a full marathon. Every finisher receives an official time and a meda..

A seven hour timed challenge on the Trans Pennine Trail at Penistone with laps of about 6.55 miles. All finishers receive a new 2026 March Hare medal, goody bag, plus hot drinks and cake.

A community trail race day at Abbey Village featuring a scenic 9 km Roddlesworth Roller and a 2.2 km junior Daffodil Doddle. Courses are fully marshalled with first aid and proceeds support the Abbey Village Primary School PTA.