Trail Running calendar near Durham 2026-2027

Enjoy a relaxed morning of running or walking through the scenic Yorkshire countryside in Knaresborough. Choose between 10K and Half Marathon distances with hot food and a finisher medal waiting at the end.

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.

Experience a scenic trail run through the winding forest tracks and pine trees of Hamsterley Forest. Choose between a 10k or Half Marathon and enjoy chip timed results and a unique themed medal.

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage valleys of the Lake District National Park across four distances, from a 22km trail to a 184km ultra. The event donates a portion of entry fees to conservation and offers ITRA points. Entries for the longes..

Experience a scenic trail run passing up to eight local reservoirs in Yorkshire. With distances from a half marathon to a thirty two mile ultra, this event offers waterside vistas and a supportive atmosphere for all runners.

Experience the historic St Oswalds Way at the Pilgrims' Ultra. Choose between 50k, 100k, or 100 mile distances starting from Holy Island and traveling through the stunning landscapes of Northumberland.

Join the Orton Fell Race for a 10 km run with 258 meters of elevation gain through the fells. This FRA licensed event features senior categories and junior races starting from Orton C of E Primary School.

Take on the Eskdale Show fell race in the Lake District, a scenic 6.9 km course with 277 m of climb across classic fell terrain. Open to adults and juniors, with easy entry on the day for spontaneous race plans.

This is a demanding AL category fell race over roughly 22 km with 1535 m of ascent, featuring a new anticlockwise route. It starts and finishes at Tilberthwaite Farm, is a Lakeland Classics Trophy counter, and strictly requires traditional..

Thieveley Pike Fell Race The Thieveley Pike Fell Race takes place on Saturday 26th September. It is a category AS fell race. The course is 4.3 miles (7 km) long with 1310 ft (400 m) of ascent. Registration is at St John’s Church Hall in Hol..

Explore the spectacular 1,000-acre grounds of Harewood House on these autumn trail runs. Choose from 5, 10, or 15-mile routes through gardens, woodlands, and farmland. The event welcomes Canicross runners and offers chip timing and a finish..

Experience a classic 13 km category BM fell race across the scenic Ilkley Moor. Navigate rocky tracks and forested paths with over 370 meters of ascent in this traditional fell running event.

Join this unique charity event in Malham where mixed teams are formed on the day. Experience a 1.10 km fell run featuring a steep climb to Cawden Hill and a fast descent to support a good cause.

A classic fell race in the Forest of Bowland, the Waddington Fell Race covers 11.3 km with over 400 meters of ascent. It starts and finishes at the Waddington Village Club, with full FRA kit required. Prizes are awarded across many age cate..

Experience a 10 km trail run through the woodlands and grasslands of Rising Sun Country Park near Newcastle. This event features chip timing and a dog friendly canicross option for runners with four legged companions.

Experience a stunning ultra marathon along the Pennine Way and UK national trails with 50 and 100 mile options. Enjoy full support including GPS tracking and multiple food stations on these scenic point to point routes.

Experience a 35 mile circular ultra marathon through the woodland and moorland of the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Whether running solo or in a relay team, enjoy a scenic finish through Studley Royal deer park.

Experience a scenic coastal run along Scarborough’s historic Cinder Track. With distances ranging from 5K to a full marathon, this off-road event offers woodland views and a commemorative medal for every finisher.

A club organised 12 km fell race with about 490 m of ascent around Old Town, Hebden Bridge, including a flagged section through the private Castle Carr estate. Pre-entry is required and strict FRA kit rules apply.

Experience the beauty of Swaledale in this half marathon trail race featuring moorland tracks and iron age sites. Enjoy a fully marked course with a post race hot soup and roll at the finish.