Trail Running calendar near Durham 2026-2027

A 20 km fell race on Gisborough Moors in the North York Moors on Sun 6 Dec 2026, with 850 m of climb. Entry is available by pre-entry and on the day; teams are allowed and the race forms part of the North East Fell Running Champs.

Trail running event in Otley on 12 December 2026 offering 12, 19 and 32 mile routes with three checkpoints, mandatory kit and tracker provision for ultramarathon entrants. Entry minimum age 18 and a 100 person maximum field.

A festive 2.5 km or 5.0 km trail run along the River Wear near Durham Cathedral, with themed medals, a goody bag, aid stations and facilities at Durham Amateur Rowing Club.

Moors The Merrier 21 is a scenic yet testing fell race of 21 miles across the South West Pennines from Hebden Bridge Golf Club. Expect moorland vistas, festive fun with a Santa hat and small gift tradition, plus post race hot meal.

Take on the Simonside Cairns fell race in Rothbury, Northumberland, a rugged 11 mile route over moorland and cairns that rewards grit and scenery. Entry on the day from Jubilee Hall is £10 and teams of three are welcome.

Take part in a flexible 7 hour time challenge along the scenic River Wear in Durham. Run as many trail laps as you choose to earn a themed medal, goody bag, and a seasonal bobble hat.

A 7 hour Time Challenge along the River Wear in Durham on 13 December 2026 offering flexible distances from 3 km up to ultra and 50 km. Finishers receive a themed medal, a bobble hat, aid stations and a goody bag with vegan options.

A night time fell race to the 703 m summit of Chapelfell Top covering 6.6 km with 370 m ascent. Unmarked route and off path navigation are required and entrants must show experience and carry extensive mandatory kit.

A winter mountain ultramarathon on Saturday 19 December 2026 around Helvellyn. The unmarked 38 mile route gains about 2000 m and requires navigation skills, self reliance and prior winter hill experience.

Run Fellrunner at Stoop at Penistone Hill near Haworth, an 8 km fell race with 250 m climb across the Pennine hills. Festive extras include a free Santa hat, Christmas prizes, a Curly Wurly for finishers and post race coffee.

A festive trail running event in Chopwell Woods near Gateshead with family one mile, 4 mile and 8 mile courses. Live chip timing, finisher medals and refreshments; one controlled dog per runner allowed.

Experience fast and furious junior fell racing through the old quarries of Penistone Hill. These short circuit races offer exciting scrambles for young runners from age six and up.

Night-time 5 km and 10 km runs at St Ives Estate, Bingley on 21 December 2026 with chip timing and a virtual option that includes a mailed medal. Reduced accompanied entry is available for 6-17 year olds.

Take on a scenic 8.8 km fell race from Guisborough Rugby Club through the North York Moors, with 376 m of climb to test your legs. Junior races and team categories make it a festive late December outing with on the day entries and post race..

A stripped-back navigation challenge in Skipton where participants are blindfolded, dropped at an unknown location and must find their way back to the event centre on foot. Options include 6, 10 and 15 mile challenges and optional live trac..

Bracing winter fell race around Bilberry Fields in Todmorden, offering scenic South West Pennine views and a testing 4.6 mile route with plenty of climb. Friendly club atmosphere with cheap pre entry and on the day entry available.

Ring in the New Year with this scenic, hilly 10.8 km trail around Penistone Hill Country Park near Haworth on 31 December 2026. Entries are limited, chip timing is new for 2026, and every finisher receives a bottle of Daleside beer plus cof..

Celebrate the New Year with a choice of 10, 13, or 21 mile circular routes through West Yorkshire. Open to both walkers and runners, this event includes snacks and a finishers certificate.

Start the new year with an undulating 7 km trail run through the scenic landscape of Brampton. This off road race features mixed terrain and concludes with a bespoke medal for all finishers.

Experience an 17.5 mile circular trail race starting and ending at Robin Hoods Bay. This winter event features 1700 feet of ascent and takes runners through the scenic North York Moors with a medal for all finishers.