Trail Running calendar near Darlington 2026-2027

Choose your own distance along Durham's scenic River Wear in this 7-hour trail challenge. Run a few laps or go for a marathon, with medal and snacks waiting at the finish. A flat, signed course makes it accessible for all paces.

Navigate the exposed trails of the North York Moors in this self-guided trail run. Choose from a marathon, half marathon, or 10k, all starting from Guisborough. A strict compulsory kit list is required for safety on the high, open terrain.

Run your own distance challenge along the scenic River Wear in Durham. Choose from 3km to ultra marathon over a 7 hour window on a signed trail course. Every finisher gets a themed medal, goody bag, and full support at the aid station.

This guided recce covers the challenging first 12 miles of the Lakes in A Day route, from Caldbeck to Threlkeld. With experienced NAV4 tutors, you'll learn about navigation, gear, and strategy on the remote fells. Group size is limited to 1..

Hebden Sports is a classic BOFRA fell race on August Bank Holiday Monday. Juniors and seniors tackle a steep, technical course starting from the show field. The event includes several age group races and takes place in the Yorkshire Dales.

Join the Dark Side Of The Combe on Mon 31 Aug 2026 in the Lake District as part of the Black Combe Country Fair at Bootle. This 12.5 km fell race with 625 m ascent is a tough, scenic test and has on the day entry.

Take on the Barrow Keswick Show Fellrunner on Mon 31 Aug 2026 in the Lake District: a punchy 6.5 km four mile course with 425 m climb, starting in the show ring and finishing by the showfield. Entry on the day £10, ages 15 and up welcome.

Kilnsey Crag Fell Race at the Kilnsey Show in the York Dales is a short, steep blast up iconic Kilnsey Crag that tests speed and nerve. The senior race is pre entry only while free junior races make it a lively family event.

The Muker Show Fell Race takes place on 2nd September 2026, featuring a 1.4-mile route with 550 feet of climb over river, edge, and fields. It's a BOFRA Senior Championship counter for runners in Under 12 to Senior age categories.

A short fell race near Whitworth, Lancashire covering 8 km with about 360 m ascent, held in early September. Entries are accepted before the event and on the day, teams are allowed, and specific kit and a summit cut-off apply.

This 10 km trail race, part of the Due North Trail Trilogy, takes runners past Malham Cove and Malham Tarn. The route features a climb up to Weets Top before a rewarding long descent. Entry includes a post-race meal, a drink, and free parki..

A seaside trail event from Hornsea along the Trans Pennine Trail offering flat out and back routes, multiple distances and feed stations every three miles. Finishers are offered a bespoke medal and a selection of postrace treats.

A charity trail running festival near Huddersfield with 50 mile, 50 km, 27 km, 10 km and a junior 1.4 km run, waymarked routes, timed results and staffed feed stations.

Explore the historic Kielder Forest on its centenary with this trail running event. Choose from five distances, from a 5k to a 52k ultra, on forest trails with steady inclines. The event includes finisher medals, aid stations, and nearby ca..

The Malham Trail Half Marathon is the final leg of the Due North Trail Trilogy. Runners will traverse iconic landscapes like Malham Cove and Malham Tarn, with a climb up to Weets Top offering panoramic views. The event includes a post-race..

A 7.1 km fell race on the Longshaw estate as part of the Longshaw Sheepdog Trials on 5 Sep 2026, using a revised route with about 236 m of ascent. Pre entry is required and the race is run under Fell Runners Association permit and insurance..

A 16 km Lake District fell race from Glenridding with 1525 m of climb, permit insured, pre entry only, and compulsory full kit for adult runners.

Kick off the Autumn Series with the Lakeland Trails in Keswick. Choose from 5K, 10K, or 15K trail runs starting in Fitz Park, with stunning views of Derwentwater. Enjoy a festival atmosphere with live music, local food, and a family-friendl..

A 23-mile walk or run through Malhamdale, starting from Gargrave Village Hall. The route visits several local landmarks with a 9-hour time limit. Entries are limited to 200 participants.

A circular fell marathon in the Northern Fells, summiting five Wainwrights including Blencathra. With 26.4 miles and 5875 ft of ascent, it's an event for experienced runners and walkers, offering a 12-hour cutoff.