Trail Running calendar near Durham 2026-2027

A trail ultra across the Yorkshire Three Peaks with a **70 km** route and optional 30 km extension to 100 km, supported by Ranger Safety Team, on-course aid, GPX files and indoor resting at HQ; entries limited and a compulsory kit list appl..

A 50 km trail ultra around Pen Y Ghent starting and finishing at Hawes Market House, using limestone trails and the Cam Road. The event includes on course support, navigation files, hot food at HQ and finishers eco coaster medals.

A flat, chip-timed canal race in Rodley, Leeds offering distances from 5K to ultra. The route follows the Leeds & Liverpool Canal with feed stations every 3 miles and bespoke medals for finishers.

A 50 km fell running event around the Cheviot Hills near Wooler on 19 September 2026. GPS navigation is required and there is an 11 hour time limit; aid stations, marshals and medical cover are provided.

A 63 miles coastal trail race along the Cleveland Way from Guisborough to Filey, with 18 hours to complete, mandatory kit checks, supplied trackers and manned checkpoints offering water and food at selected points.

A Backyard Ultra at West Shields Farm where runners complete a 4.1 mile loop on the hour until one remains. The route mixes farmland, single track and woodland with food stations, tracking and on-site medical cover.

A Lake District trail running event at Grasmere offering five routes from 9 km to 52 km across fells and tarns, with outposts on longer routes, mandatory kit requirements and a £1 donation per entry to Fix the Fells.

Classic fell race in Kettlewell, Yorkshire Dales: 4 mile route with 475 m climb over rugged upland terrain. Open to 16+ with pre entry or entry on the day, teams welcome and free parking for entrants.

A 15.6 km route with 870 m of ascent around Thornthwaite on 19 September 2026, visiting Lord’s Seat, Broom Fell, Brown How, Whinlatter and Seat How. Forest sections are marked and proceeds support Thornthwaite Church restoration.

A half marathon at Lakeland Maze Farm Park near Kendal with a maze finish, chip timing and aid stations. Entry includes maze access; the event offers parking, medical support, bag drop, free photography and family entertainment.

Trail runs through Raby Castle parkland with 5km, 10km and half marathon options, mixed surfaces and chances to see deer. Live chip timing, finish medals, a T shirt option and free on site parking are provided.

A 13.1 miles trail race through Bronte Country near Haworth, organised in support of Sue Ryder, with a hilly one lap course, limited entries, and a pie and peas meal plus a race memento for finishers.

Weekend running in Knaresborough featuring 10K and Half Marathon routes through scenic Yorkshire countryside. Organized by Its Grim Up North Running on 20 September 2026 with flexible entry options and finisher rewards.

Tackle the Fryup Frazzler in the North York Moors, a scenic 5.8 mile fell run from the Cycle Hub cafe with roughly 475 m of climb. Part of the Esk Valley summer fell series, it mixes tough slopes with rewarding views.

Trail 10K and Half Marathon through Hamsterley Forest on 20 September 2026, with undulating, well marked routes among pines and clearings. Chip timing, a themed medal, free photos and a serviced event village are provided.

A MapRun navigation event in Braithwaite, Lake District on 20 Sep 2026, using electronic controls and a Category O course. Open to those aged 14 and over, with pre entry via SiEntries or on the day entry.

A multi-distance trail event in the Lake District National Park, 25 to 27 September 2026, linking the region's 13 valleys with races from 22.4 km to 184.3 km, ITRA points and Western States qualifiers, plus children's Future Valleys races.

A trail event near Otley that passes seven reservoirs and offers three distances from 13 to 32 miles. The route features forest and crag scenery, staffed checkpoints, mandatory kit requirements and trackers for long-distance entrants.

An inflatable obstacle run at Elvington Airfield on 26 September 2026 with multiple lap distances, giant inflatables and music zones. Family friendly, non timed, with a finisher medal, water stations and on-site facilities.

The Pilgrims' Ultra is a trail running series on the historic St Oswald's Way in Northumberland. Runners can choose from 50 km, 100 km, and 100 mile distances, starting on Holy Island. The event includes GPS tracking, a T-shirt, and a medal..