Trail Running calendar near Gatesgarth 2026-2027

A headtorch trail event on 6 October 2026 at Swinsty Moor Car Park offering Half Marathon, 10 km and 5 km routes around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs with water stations and medals for finishers.

Take on the Curvy Cuerden Challenge, a six hour timed trail at Cuerden Valley on a scenic undulating 5 km loop. Run as many laps as you like and earn a bespoke finisher medal with marshals and an aid station on course.

Tough fell race at Wasdale Head on 10 October 2026, 3.8 km with 700 m of climb offering thrilling, steep terrain and stunning views. Entry on the day makes it perfect for last minute racers; sensible waterproof kit required.

A Lakeland fell race on 10 October 2026 over *21.1 km / 1450 m* of mostly rocky, pathless ground. Entries open 1 August via SI entries; FRA safety requirements and previous mountain experience are required.

Enjoy a 7 hour timed trail on a generally flat loop along the River Wear with stunning Cathedral views in Durham. Choose distances from 3 km up to ultra and 50 km with aid stations, vegan options, medals and goody bags for finishers.

A trail half marathon along Hadrian's Wall from Housesteads Roman Fort to Tyne Green Country Park in Hexham, covering 13.5 miles. The event features staggered group starts, required shuttle transport to the start, bag drop and live chip tim..

Join the Scare Bear Run 2026 in Durham for a scenic river trail challenge with cathedral views. Pick your distance in a 7 hour time challenge and lap as many times as you like.

Take on the Withins Skyline, a scenic 10.1 km fell race near Haworth in the South West Pennines with roughly 300 m of climb. Friendly entries, series options and a Cadbury Curly Wurly plus free coffee await at the finish.

Self-navigated trail routes around Grassington in the Yorkshire Dales on 17 October 2026. GPX files, live tracking, aid stations and a finisher meal are provided across 25k and 50k options.

Rip n Run XL is an overnight ultra near Ripponden offering a **40 mile** route with 5,800 ft ascent or an **80 mile** double loop to finish within 28 hours; base is Wadsworth Community Centre with multiple checkpoints and indoor facilities.

A trail event on 18 October 2026 from Shotley Bridge, County Durham, offering a 53km ultra and a 25km trail that pass moorland, woodland and four reservoirs. Feed stations, mandatory kit for the 53km and live chip timing are provided.

Join the Gormire Gamble on Sunday 18 October 2026 at Sutton Bank in the North York Moors. This 9.1 km fell race with 250 m of climbing offers sweeping views and a lively autumn challenge for seasoned runners.

Multiple distance trail event on 24 October 2026 along the Nidderdale Way in North Yorkshire, passing Ripley Castle, Brimham Rocks and Scar House Reservoir. Trackers are supplied, checkpoints offer food options, and a mandatory kit list app..

The James Coulson Laxey Fell will take place in Laxey on Saturday 24 October 2026. You can run 13 kilometers.

The Nidderdale Way Ultramarathon will take place in Pateley Bridge on Saturday 24 October 2026.

Run the Bronte Way fell race through the South/West Pennines, a scenic 12 km point to point with 351 m of climb. Pre entry only with limited bus support and a warming soup and roll at the finish make this a classic autumn challenge.

Take on the classic Buttermere fell race on 25 October 2026 at Gatesgarth Farm, a tough 5 km senior route with 600 m of climbing plus short junior races. Enjoy a traditional shepherds meet atmosphere, entry on the day and a warm drink.

Race You To The Summit is a lively fell race from the Summit Inn to Blackstone Edge and back, 4.3 miles with about 260 m of climb. Held on Halloween, it welcomes teams and juniors and offers prizes for fancy dress.

Trail events in Glenridding around Helvellyn with 5k, 10k and 15k options on marked and marshalled off road courses. Limited earlybird places, shuttle buses and on site event facilities are provided.

Two road and coastal races along the Seaham seafront starting at the Tommy War Memorial Statue, with 5 km and 10 km options, live chip timing, and a one minute silence before each race.