Trail Running calendar near Durham 2025-2026

Lakeland Paws Tour de Whinlatter on 29 March 2026 invites runners to enjoy scenic, undulating trails around Whinlatter Top. Dogs on harnesses are welcome and the event is chip timed with 9 km and 12 km route options.

Take on a scenic timed 7 hour trail along the River Wear with stunning Cathedral views in Durham. Distances range from 3 km to ultra, with medals, distance pins, aid stations and vegan options to keep you going.

Run or walk the Samaritans Way near Guisborough with scenic 10 km and 20 km options solo or relay on an updated official course. All profits support Teesside Samaritans and entries include a medal, T shirt and checkpoints.

Join MindOverMoors The OG! on 4 April 2026 at Yorkshire Cycle Hub for a scenic 10km trail across the North York Moors raising awareness for mental health and suicide prevention. Entries are limited to 200 so sign up early.

Classic Lake District fell run from New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, a sharp 3.5 mile course with 2100 ft of climbing over rough rock and moor. Day entries welcome; bring map, compass and waterproofs for this high country test.

Event overview Its Grim Up North Running stages a canal towpath event on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal near the Barge Pub in Rodley (LS13 1HP) on 05/04/2026. The course is an out-and-back along a flat, even towpath with good trail underfo..

Enjoy a scenic 10K plus trail from Shibden Hall to the heart of Halifax, threading through historic buildings usually closed to the public. This inaugural race supports Calderdale Overgate Hospice.

Join this friendly 3 mile race in Haworth on the South West Pennines, climbing 100 m over a scenic course around the Old Sun Hotel. Every finisher gets a Cadbury's Creme Egg and winners take Easter eggs, with chip butties at the pub after.

Stanhope Trail Races offer 10k and half marathon routes across moorland and woodland, with waterfalls, gravel tracks and stiff climbs. The eco friendly event includes feed stations, post race food and a keepsake mug with wildflower seeds.

Tackle the 35th Allendale Challenge, a tough 26 miles across peat bogs and peaks in the North Pennines to raise funds for the North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team. Rugged terrain and big views reward entrants.

Run the scenic Ripon Rowel and visit Fountains Abbey, Hackfall Woods and other historic spots at the Punk Panther Ripon Stinger hosted from Studley Roger Village Hall. Distances to suit all levels with medals, shirts and hot food.

Calderdale Hike on 11 April 2026 features 16, 24 and 35 mile circular routes across Pennine valleys and moors with big climbs and great views. Proceeds support 24th St Paul's Scouts and entrants aged 14 plus are welcome.

Challenge the Yorkshire Wolds at The Woldsman on 11 to 12 April 2026 from Driffield Showground with 30 mile and 50 mile routes. Enjoy camping, hearty checkpoint food and a friendly ultramarathon vibe to kick off your spring.

Scenic coastal trail from Skinningrove along the Cleveland Way, looping through Saltburn for sea views and a rewarding challenge. Open to runners and walkers 15 and over; entry includes a finishers medal and checkpoint snacks.

RunThrough Lake District Festival in Keswick features scenic 53k and 23k routes past Derwent Water, Scafell Pike and Catbells. Enjoy live tracking for ultras, a themed medal, chip timing, well stocked aid stations and a hot post race meal.

The Jeffrey's Mount Figure of Eight on Sat 11 Apr 2026 in the Lake District is a classic 7.8 km fell race with 530 m of climb that rewards stamina and navigation. On the day entry is £8 and proceeds support Macmillan Cancer Support.

Run a rugged 26.6 mile trail marathon from Redcar Beach to Whitby along the Cleveland Way, passing the Circle sculpture and dramatic cliffs. Mixed surfaces and a 10 hour cutoff welcome walkers and adventurous runners on April 12, 2026.

CBTE The Charm Bracelet Half Marathon on 12 April 2026 sends runners from Redcar Beach to the fishing village of Staithes along a scenic 14.35 miles of coastal trail. Expect sandy, rocky and muddy paths, 1,591 ft of climbing and a friendly..

Enjoy Bramham Park trails with 5km, 10km and half marathon options that pass estate statues, woodland and scenic views. Canicross friendly, this atmospheric trail event is perfect for runners wanting a memorable countryside run.

Take on the Montane Howgills Trail in Sedbergh on 12 April 2026, a scenic challenge across the Howgill fells with 10K, half marathon and marathon options. Enjoy great support, timing, photos and a bespoke finisher medal.