Trail Running calendar near Gateshead 2025-2026

The Hardmoors 55 is a challenging 55-mile ultramarathon held in the North York Moors, running from Guisborough to Helmsley through the Cleveland Hills. The course features over 2700 meters of ascent and is mostly on the well-marked Cleveland Way National Trail. Runners face potentially harsh, winter..

The Buttermere Trail Race is a scenic 20-kilometre trail run held in Buttermere Village, Cumbria, set within the stunning Buttermere Valley. The course is a single, undulating loop around the shores of Buttermere and Crummock Water, featuring diverse terrain including lakeshore trails, rocky paths,..

The Blubberhouses Moor will take place in Harrogate on Sunday 22 March 2026.

The Pendulum is a challenging 11-mile fell running race held in Langleeford, North Middleton, featuring a demanding course that includes conquering Hedgehope Hill and The Cheviot peaks consecutively. With a total ascent of 3,689 feet, the race tests both physical endurance and mental toughness. The..

The Grasmere Wild Trail Runs, held in the scenic Lake District village of Grasmere, Cumbria, is a popular annual event returning in March 2026. The two-day event features trail runs on Saturday, including a 10km and a 5km route. The 10km course is renowned for its stunning beauty, passing through Gr..

Lakeland Paws: Tour de Whinlatter is a scenic running event held in the Whinlatter Forest, located in the Lake District, UK. Participants can choose between two distances: a 9k route with 380m of ascent or a longer 12k route with 500m of ascent. Both courses follow wide forest tracks through quieter..

The Silva Moors Traverse is an 80km ultra-distance running event held in northern England, following Alfred Wainwright’s famous coast-to-coast route from Ingleby Cross to Robin Hood’s Bay. The course traces the northern edge of the North York Moors National Park and winds through eastern Yorkshire,..

The Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge in Durham is a trail running event held at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club along the scenic River Wear, offering views of the Cathedral. Participants can run as many laps as they wish within seven hours, with each lap measuring approximately 4.37 miles (7 km), subject..

The Silva Dales Traverse is a 55km ultra running event held in Northern England, following Alfred Wainwright’s famous coast-to-coast route from Kirkby Stephen to Richmond. The course traverses the scenic North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, crosses the iconic Nine Standards, and winds..

Mind Over Moors is an annual trail running event held at the Yorkshire Cycle Hub in North Yorkshire, UK. The race covers approximately 10km (6 miles) with an ascent of 1100ft, featuring a well-marked circular course that minimizes navigational challenges. The event fosters a supportive atmosphere fo..

The Samaritans Way Trail Run, held at Guisborough Rugby Club in Teesside, is a trail running and walking event supporting the Teesside Samaritans charity. Participants can choose from 10km or 20km distances, either running or walking, with options for solo or relay participation. The course follows..

The Punk Panther Ripon Stinger is a challenging and scenic running event held in Studley Roger near Ripon, UK. Now in its second year, the race follows the Ripon Rowel route, showcasing beautiful wooded valleys and historic landmarks including the World Heritage site of Fountains Abbey and Studley W..

The Allendale Challenge is a renowned 26-mile (42 km) endurance event held in Allendale, Northumberland, organized by the North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team to raise funds. Known as one of the toughest challenge walks, it features an anti-clockwise loop starting and finishing in Allendale town, trav..

The Stanhope Trail Races, organized by Greener Miles Running, take place in Stanhope, County Durham, within the scenic North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and UNESCO Global Geopark. The event offers challenging trail runs with two main distances: a 10k (7 miles, 1200ft elevation) and a..

The Yorkshire Trail Runs at Bramham Park offer 5km, 10km, and half marathon trail running events suitable for all fitness levels. Set in the scenic Bramham Park, a Grade I listed 18th-century estate in West Yorkshire, runners enjoy well-established woodland trails spanning over 1,200 acres. The cour..

The Charm Bracelet Marathon is a scenic 26.5-mile trail running event held along the stunning northeast coastline of the UK, starting at Redcar Beach Base and finishing in the picturesque fishing town of Whitby. Runners experience diverse terrain including sand, mud, rocks, and cliffs, with a challe..

The Charm Bracelet Half Marathon is a scenic 14.35-mile trail running event held along the stunning northeast coastline of the UK. Starting at Redcar Beach Base, the course heads south, finishing in the historic fishing village of Staithes. Runners experience diverse terrain including sand, mud, roc..

The Montane Howgills Trail 13 & 26 is a popular trail running event held in the scenic Howgill Hills, starting and finishing in the picturesque village of Sedbergh, UK. Participants can choose between a half marathon (13 miles) or a full marathon (26 miles) distance. The course offers a challenging..

The Burnsall Trail Half is a scenic trail running event held at the Riverside Car Park Field in Burnsall, Yorkshire Dales. The half marathon course features around 500 meters of ascent, incorporating several sections of the Dales Way footpath. Runners experience a mix of riverside paths, stone track..

The Burnsall 12k Trail Race, part of the Due North Trail series, takes place in Burnsall Village at the Riverside Car Park Field (BD23 6BU). The 12k course follows the first segment of the half marathon route, with a diversion from Appletreewick returning runners to the finish line in Burnsall. The..