Trail Running calendar near Gateshead 2025-2026

Tackle Beamsley Beacon on 18 June 2026 in Addingham, York Dales, an 8.8 km fell race with 335 m of climb, steep ascents and rewarding views. Entry is on the day for £5 with registration at St Peter's Church, teams welcome, minimum age 16.

Tackle roughly 50 miles across the Cheviot hills from Ingram, a rugged loop over the region's biggest summits. With GPS tracking and a 24 hour finish limit, this ultra rewards grit and scenic solitude.

Run the North Yorks Ultra Challenge from Scarborough on 20 and 21 June 2026 across stunning coastal and moorland trails. Distances from 10 miles to 100 km with single day or two day formats, a Trailblazerz race for faster runners and an Ult..

Experience the Lamplighter night runs on the North York Moors: pick a 20 mile trail or a 40 mile ultra, solo or as a pair, and navigate moorland tracks and checkpoints by head torch. Finishers get a Lamplighter medal and a night to remember..

Tackle a scenic trail half in the Yorkshire Dales with three steep climbs, riverside paths and moorland descents. Organised by Due North, the waymarked course includes drink stations and a hearty post race meal and beer.

Join the Darren Jones Clougha Pike fell race in Bowland, NW Lancs, a testing 4.9 mile route with about 400 m of climb and classic fell views. Pre entry only, with junior races and team scoring for a lively day out.

Run a flat, fully signed trail along the River Wear with cathedral views at Saturn Lord of The Run North, a 7 hour trail event in Durham. Pick from short laps to ultra distances, earn a themed medal with aid stations and vegan options.

Take on the Fountains 10K in picturesque Grantley near Ripon, North Yorkshire, a single loop through Nidderdale's quiet lanes, trails and moorland. Enjoy undulating terrain, a lively village finish with music and a warm welcoming vibe.

Hawkswick Dash on Sunday 21 June 2026 in the Yorkshire Dales is a short, scenic fell race that climbs to a skyline ridge then drops back to the field in a thrilling finish. Entry on the day only with low fees and junior races.

Enjoy a scenic trail run around Harewood House estate with lakeside views, woodlands and routes past the sets of Emmerdale. Choose 12.7km or 21.7km with chip timing, marshals and a finisher medal at a friendly low waste event.

Run as far as you like in seven hours along the River Wear with cathedral views at Lord of The Run North. Choose your distance from 3 km up to ultra, enjoy on course aid, themed medals and vegan goody bags.

Take on the Settle Hills Race on Sun 21 Jun 2026, an 11.3 km fell loop with 500 m climb and superb views to Pen Y Ghent. Starts in Settle Market Place with pre entry or entry on the day, marshals and finish refreshments.

Enjoy a scenic but testing 6.7 mile fell race with 1654 ft of climb from YHA Windermere in the Lake District on Sun 28 Jun 2026. Open to runners aged 16 and over with pre entry and on the day entries available.

Hit the trails in scenic Barnard Castle on Sunday 21 June 2026 with LRC Tees Trailtastic, offering 3.5, 9 and 15 mile fully marked courses for runners from 15 up. Enjoy marshals, aid stations and beautiful Durham countryside.

Take on a scenic 12 km course across the North York Moors with 400 m of climb for a rewarding midweek challenge. Entry on the day, friendly teams welcome and a post race BBQ helps raise money for charity.

Explore scenic Chopwell Woods in Rowlands Gill with 5, 10 or 15 mile trail options for newcomers and seasoned runners. Canicross friendly, with live chip timing and a medal plus burger and drink at the finish for a fun, social day out.

Join the Alston Gala Fell Race in the North Pennines on Saturday 27 June 2026, starting and finishing at Alston Playing Field. A punchy 6.2 km course with about 211 m of climb promises classic fell terrain and a friendly atmosphere.

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.

Soak up sea views on a scenic Northumbrian coastal trail from Barn at the Bay to Hemscott Hill Farm, billed as 10K but closer to 12K across gravel tracks and sandy dunes. Race, run or stroll then relax with live music, food, drinks and llam..

Tackle the classic Blencathra fell race in the Lake District, a challenging 13 km route with 825 m of climb over rugged ridges and stunning views. Pre entry only via SiEntries, this English champs counter is a true test of fell running.