Trail Running calendar near Gateshead 2026-2027

A 37 mile loop through the North Pennines AONB from Allendale via Ninebanks Alston and Nenthead. Solo ultra or three person relay with a 12 hour completion limit, waymarked route with checkpoints and downloadable GPX.

A 36 mile ultra marathon tracing the full length of the Esk Valley Way from Castleton to Whitby Harbour. The point-to-point route follows the River Esk through the North York Moors, with coach transport and GPS tracking provided.

A fell race held within the Osmotherley Show in North Yorkshire on 1 August 2026, covering 8.8 km with 320 m of climb. Entry is open to runners aged 16 and over with day registration and show admission required.

A fell race on Farleton Knott near Kendal with a 2.60 mile route rising about 750 feet. It counts as a BOFRA championship counter, includes junior and senior categories, and is held with permission of the Dallam Tower Estate.

Join the Round Hill fell race for a challenging 14.1 km course with sweeping York Dales views, starting and finishing in charming Timble village. Entry is on the day for a small fee and part of the proceeds support brain tumour research.

Tackle the classic Eshton Moor fell race from Old Hall Farm, Gargrave: 8.3 km with 172 m ascent across rolling York Dales terrain. Entry on the day only, with junior races and a friendly club atmosphere.

A short fell race from Arncliffe Village Green with a steep climb to a cairn and a two stage descent. The event also includes a four mile road race and counts as a BOFRA championship counter.

Challenge yourself to a scenic 17 km Lake District fell race with about 906 m of ascent across classic high ground around Grey Friar and Old Man. Pre entry only via SI Entries from 14 April and all proceeds support Alzheimer's Research UK.

A trail race day at Hutton Le Hole offering marathon, half and 10k routes across the North York Moors with downloadable maps, mandatory kit checks and marshalled parking; camper spaces and a cupless policy are in place.

Take on the Devil Half Marathon through the hidden trails of the Derwent Valley on 9 August 2026. This scenic 13.1 mile course offers big climbs, on course photos, live music, refreshments after the race and a finisher shirt.

Run a scenic 13 mile Lakeland route from Lowther Castle across Askham Fell and Lowther Valley, including a ford of the River Lowther. A challenging and rewarding trail and fell mix on Sunday 9 August 2026 with proceeds to Eden Valley Hospic..

Join this classic Keswick fell race in the Lake District on Wed 12 Aug 2026 for a lively 4.7 mile trail challenge with 280 m climb and a summit of Latrigg. On the day entries are welcome, fee £5 and runners must be 16 or older.

A multiple-distance trail running event in Saltaire that follows a mainly flat towpath. Feed stations appear about every three miles and finishers receive a bespoke medal.

The Ilkley Skyline is a classic fell run on the moors surrounding Ilkley. Starting and finishing at The Hermit Inn, the 35km loop covers at least eight moors and requires self-navigation. Aid stations provide support along the unmarked rout..

Join the Rusland 5, a scenic fell race across Rusland Showfield in the Lake District featuring a 4.8 mile route with 310 m of climb and shorter senior and junior options. Race entry is free; the show costs £5 and accepts entries on the day.

Trail runs of 5, 10 and 15 miles take place across the private Lambton Estate in Chester-le-Street, County Durham, on scenic woodland tracks and estate roads. The event is canicross friendly and features live chip timing, medals and on-site..

A partially self navigated trail half marathon on 16 August 2026 around Morland in the Eden Valley, passing rivers, woodlands and pastures. The largely off road course covers about 13.65 miles with 1330 ft of ascent and two checkpoints.

A beach and trail running event at South Shields on 16 August 2026, offering an 8 km trail, 2 km runs, a barefoot sand sprint and a Families on Track relay, plus an Event Village with music, activities and food.

Join the Keswick Sports Fell Race in the Lake District on Sun 16 Aug 2026 for a punchy 3 mile, 290 m climb course from Fitz Park Cricket Pavilion. Entry on the day and juniors welcome with big prizes for record breakers.

Challenge yourself on the Sedbergh Hills fell race: 14 miles across scenic Yorkshire Dales with roughly 6000 ft of climb, testing endurance and navigation. Pre entry only via SI Entries; post race prizegiving and running camaraderie await.