Trail Running calendar near Durham 2025-2026

Take on the Flower Scar Fell Race on 21 February 2026 in Todmorden, a challenging 13 km course with 660 m of ascent over steep moorland and fast paths. Winter conditions demand full FRA mandatory kit and pre entry is essential.

Enjoy scenic winter trail running around Derwent Reservoir with 5 and 10 mile routes weaving through woodland, firm trails and grassy sections. The 5 mile is canicross friendly so bring one controlled dog for a shared adventure.

Take on a scenic half marathon across the rolling Yorkshire Wolds on the Tibthorpe Loop, with clear signage and on course support. Enjoy eco perks including a wildflower seed medal and one tree planted per event.

Light up Whinlatter Forest with a headtorch in the Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails Night Run, choosing 5k or 10k undulating trail routes. Dogs are welcome with up to two per runner and individual starts for a relaxed, chip timed night event.

Brighten a winter evening with the Northumberlandia 10K Headtorch Trail Race, a lively 10K across rolling trails, stone tracks and forest paths. Enjoy a festival village, bespoke medal and atmospheric night running under headtorches.

Tackle Ilkley Moor Fell Race on 1 March 2026, an exhilarating 8 km single lap across rugged moorland with 401 m climb. Limited to 400 runners, this classic AS fell challenge pairs raw scenery with steep, rewarding climbs.

Tackle a muddy multi terrain 10K through Ripon countryside on 1 March 2026 and enjoy a friendly chip timed race that supports St Wilfrid's School. A single lap course welcomes club runners and families with a 1K fun run for kids.

Join the Saint Michael's Harrogate 10K & 5K on 1 March 2026 for a scenic trail run supporting North Yorkshire Hospice Care. Limited to 1,000 places, family friendly 5K entries are free for ages 6 to 15 when accompanied by an adult.

Take on the Eskdale Eureka fell race on Sun 1 Mar 2026 in the North York Moors, based at Castleton Cricket Club, a challenging 14.3 km course with about 470 m of climb across classic moorland. Entry on the day, with proceeds supporting Clev..

Run under starry skies in the Trail Outlaws Dark Skies Run series, with night trail races at Kielder Waterside and other certified Dark Sky areas. Choose from ultra, mid distance and 10K options for a magical night on the trails.

The Stan Bradshaw Pendle Round on Sat 7 Mar 2026 is a classic fell race around Pendle offering Pennine ridges and wide views. About 9.4 miles with 545 m of climb, pre entries and day entries are welcome for a rewarding spring challenge.

Challenging trail ultra around Morland covering about 29 miles and 3,000 ft of climbing through Eden Valley and the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Expect meadows, waterfalls, cairns and historic villages on largely off road, scenic terrain.

Run the Northumberland coast from Bamburgh Castle to Druridge Bay, passing dramatic coastal castles and wide sea views. Choose 54 km or the new 27 km and enjoy live timing, feed stations, a medal and a shirt at the finish.

Run a muddy, hilly 5k through Hamsterley Forest with natural obstacles and a fun, small field vibe. Open to runners and dogs, entries capped at 50 and finishers get medals and photos.

Take on the classic Carrock Fell race in the Lake District, a 9 km challenge with 500 m of ascent across rugged fells. Entry is on the day with low fees for members and non members, parking on the field when dry and a friendly fell running..

Haworth Hobble is a classic March fell ultra across rugged moorland around Haworth and Hebden Bridge, offering a true off road challenge. Expect wintry, remote terrain, mandatory kit and navigation with no GPS but live trackers.

Punk Panther Welcome Way in Otley offers scenic but challenging trail routes along moorland, rivers and reservoirs, with distances from 13 to 50 miles. Rugged climbs, checkpoints and a finisher medal and T shirt await all finishers.

Blakey Blitz on 14 March 2026 is a tough 16.8 km moorland race near Whitby with 855 m of climb and sweeping North York Moors views. Fast, scenic and ideal for experienced fell runners looking for a proper challenge.

Run through the historic Alnwick Castle grounds and scenic Hulne Park on 10 km or half marathon routes that start and finish outside the castle. All finishers receive a medal and snacks while entries support local youth development.

Test yourself on Sun 15 Mar 2026 in the Lake District with a 15 km fell race from Muncaster Castle featuring 620 m of climb over rough, sometimes navigational terrain. Entry is cash only on the day, £5, teams welcome.