Trail Running calendar near Gateshead 2026-2027

A 50th anniversary fell race in Alston on 27 June 2026, running from Alston Playing Field to Park Fell and back. The course is 6.2 km with 211 m of climb and entry fees support the local mountain rescue team.

Join the Eldwick Gala fell race in the South West Pennines, a scenic but testing 3 mile course with 168 m climb and short junior races. Limited to 200 runners, this community event blends tough trails and festival fun.

A fundraising fell event in Kettlewell offering three route options from 17 miles to a 4.5 mile family walk, with proceeds supporting the local mountain rescue team. Water stations are provided and refreshments are included with entry.

Run a scenic coastal trail near Widdrington that's a bit longer than a standard 10K. Enjoy a relaxed event with live music and food vendors after the run. The course is open to runners and walkers alike.

The Blencathra Fell Race is a classic 13K fell running challenge in the Lake District, featuring 825m of ascent. As part of the English Fell Champs, it demands strong navigation skills and mountain-craft. Participation requires pre-entry an..

Gategill Fell Race on Wed 1 Jul 2026 in the Lake District is a short steep 3.6 km climb that tests hill running and grit. On the day entries only, wear grippy shoes and enjoy refreshments as proceeds support the local community.

A returning fell race from under Ribblehead Viaduct to the summit of Whernside and back to The Station Inn, Ribblehead. The course is 10.5 km with 468 m of ascent and a minimum age of 18 years.

A community event tracing the Patterdale parish boundary with four distance options from a 28‑mile boundary route to a family downhill Minibeat, tracker support and checkpoint provisions, raising funds for the local school and church.

A circular 120 mile ultra across the 10 highest hills of the North York Moors National Park with a 35 hours time limit. The route follows long distance paths and passes ancient burial sites, boundary stones and Bronze Age earthworks.

A circular upland race from Muker to the Tan Hill Inn and back covering about 31.7 km with nearly 3,000 ft of ascent, marked routes, multiple aid stations and mandatory kit checks; parking and GPX files are provided.

A roughly 15.5 km loop from Muker that climbs Swinner Gill and returns along the River Swale, on grassy paths and shooting tracks. Aid stations offer food options and post-race hot refreshments; runners must meet mandatory kit and be 16 or..

A 20 mile unmarked upland event from Wooler Youth Hostel on 4 July 2026, summiting Cheviot and Hedgehope with manned checkpoints and required navigation and safety kit. A non competitive Challenge Walk option is also offered.

Take on the Darren Holloway Memorial Race Buttermere Horseshoe on Sat 4 Jul 2026 in the Lake District. This tough 35.5 km mountain course with 2515 m of climb rewards strong trail skills and spectacular fell scenery.

Explore the Lake District in the Saunders Lakeland Mountain Marathon, a two day mountain navigation event for teams of two. Pick from varied courses, camp overnight and test map and compass skills on rugged terrain.

A Lake District fell race from Honister Slate Mine that includes a helmet and headtorch required underground tunnel section, then climbs Fleetwith Pike and Grey Knotts. The course is about 6 km with 1500 m of ascent and is for ages 16 and o..

A supported mountain trail on 4 July 2026 that follows a classic Pennine Way section. The 37 mile route passes High Cup Nick, Crossfell and Greg's Hut, with event centre at Alston YHA and coach transport included in the entry fee.

A low-key fell race at the Oakworth gala on 4 July 2026, held at Oakworth Gala Field. The 9 km course rises about 250 m with steep climbs and tricky descents; entries cost £5 and are available in advance and on the day.

A 24 km fell race with 680 m of ascent around Cross Fell and the source of the River Tees, starting and finishing in Garrigill. The event is run under FRA rules and raises funds for the local air ambulance.

Join the Langdale Gala fell race on Sun 5 Jul 2026 in Great Langdale for a short steep 2.2 km climb with stunning Lake District views. Entry is on the day and included with gala admission, open to runners aged 16 and over.

Fell race on 5 July 2026 around Skiddaw in the Lake District, based at Keswick Cricket Club. The course is 15.4 km with 960 m of ascent and entry on the day is accepted for a fee of £10.