Trail Running calendar near Durham 2026-2027

Experience a 11.3 km fell race through espectacular limestone scenery above Settle. This event features 600 m of ascent and serves as the 2026 Yorkshire Fell Running Championships.

Take on the Baystones & Wansfell fell race in the Lake District on 21 June 2026, a scenic but testing 10.8 km course with 504 m of climb around Troutbeck. Pre entry and day registration available with modest fees and limited parking.

Experience a scenic off road adventure in County Durham with three trail distances along the Teesdale Way. Enjoy a supportive atmosphere featuring marked courses, aid stations, and post run yoga in the heart of Teesdale.

The Fellrunner at Windy Gyle is a rugged 13.7 km test with 549 m of climb across scenic Northumberland hills on Sun 21 Jun 2026. Entry on the day is welcome with modest fees for members and non members.

Celebrate community at Oakwell Hall with a multi terrain cross country challenge and family fun run. This commemorative event features a 6.5 km undulating course along with food stalls and entertainment for all ages.

Experience England longest continuous climb during a day of closed road running and cycling events in Mytholmroyd. Choose from multiple distances including a 10 mile run, a 60K sportive, and timed hill ascents.

Test your limits at this Category AS fell race in Todmorden featuring a well marked 7.5 km course with 375 m of elevation gain. Enjoy team prizes and post race refreshments at the local pub.

Take on a scenic 12 km course across the North York Moors with 400 m of climb for a rewarding midweek challenge. Entry on the day, friendly teams welcome and a post race BBQ helps raise money for charity.

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 this flexible evening race series along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal with 5k and 10k options. Runners enjoy hot food and a drink at the finish with no advance booking required.

Experience the Reservoir View Fell Race, an 11 km BM category event featuring 480 meters of elevation. Enjoy a scenic route starting near Accrington Cricket Club with prizes for new course records.

A 47 mile trail race on 27 June 2026 across the Yorkshire Wolds, following the Hudson Way and Wolds Way from Beverley to Malton with checkpoints, mandatory kit checks, drop bags and limited support crew options.

Run through 360 hectares of mixed woodland in Gateshead with 5, 10, and 15 mile trail options. Enjoy chip timed racing and a post race medal with a burger and beer at the finish line.

A fell race at the Kirkby Gala, featuring a 6km course through fields and up towards windmills. It's a BOFRA Championship event open to various age groups from Under 9s to Seniors.

Celebrate the 50th Alston Gala with this historic 6.2 km fell race to Park Fell and back. Support the local mountain rescue team while tackling a 211 meter climb in the North Pennines.

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.

Support the local mountain rescue team by running or walking through the scenic Yorkshire Dales with a choice of three routes starting from Kettlewell Village.

Experience a scenic coastal trail run along the North Yorkshire cliffs starting from Sewerby. Choose from several distances and enjoy a post race meal at the local pub.

Experience a 12 km out and back trail run along the Northumbrian coastal path. Enjoy a route through sandy dunes and gravel trails followed by live music and food at Hemscott Hill Farm.

Join this category AM race in Mungrisdale featuring 13 km of terrain and 825 m of ascent. Experience a classic route that serves as a counter in the 2026 English Fell Running Championships.