Trail Running calendar near Gateshead 2026-2027

Trail runs from Shotley Bridge on 18 October 2026 offer 25 km and 53 km routes across moorland, woods and reservoir paths, with feed stations, mandatory kit for the 53 km, live chip timing and a finishers' medal and top.

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.

Experience an epic trail ultramarathon along the scenic Nidderdale Way. Choose from four distances, passing iconic Yorkshire landmarks like Ripley Castle and Brimham Rocks. Every finisher gets a medal and a T-shirt, with hot food waiting at..

Run through the North York Moors National Park on 25 October 2025. Choose from a 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon, or Ultra distance on marked moorland trails. Bibs are posted after online check-in, and parking must be booked in advance.

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.

Tackle Lockton Limping, a scenic fell race across the North York Moors covering 11.2 km with 350 m of climb and sweeping views. Entry is on the day at Lockton Village Hall, perfect for both competitive and social runners.

Run under the stars at Dark Skies Run in Wooler on 31 October 2026, a Trail Outlaws night trail in Northumberland National Park with fully marked routes and stocked checkpoints. 10k and Half Marathon options.

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.

A remembrance run along Seaham seafront starting at the Tommy War Memorial Statue. Two distances are offered with chip timing, a 90 minute cut off, and finishers receive a medal, t shirt and snack.

Take on a scenic 10 Miles loop around Derwent Water at the Derwentwater Ten, a classic road race hosted by Keswick AC. Enjoy tarmac roads, rolling lakeside views, mid race drinks and a lively finish on 1 November 2026.

Scenic trail running on Ullswater's eastern shore with 10k and 14k options, boat transfer to the start when possible, compulsory kit checks and well marked, marshalled courses.

A nighttime trail run through woods at Swinsty & Fewston Reservoir Car Park with looped courses of 3.3 miles and 6.7 miles. Undulating good trails, marshalled and signed routes, feed stations and a bespoke finisher medal.

Enjoy scenic reservoir running at Swinsty and Fewston Lakeside Dash, fully marshalled on undulating woodland paths around a 6.7 mile loop. Distances from 10k to marathon suit all abilities, with bespoke medals and post race treats.

Take on the Burley Moor Run in Burley in Wharfedale, a scenic 11 km (6.8 miles) test across moorland with 250 m of climb. Open to runners aged 16 plus, with entries available in advance or on the day.

Tackle a scenic but testing fell race in Dunnerdale, Lake District: 8 km with a 550 m climb over rugged hills. Pre entry only, join solo or as a three person team for a classic Broughton Mills Village Hall start.

A circular trail race day in Goathland offering a 27-mile marathon, 16-mile half and 7.5k, untaped routes with downloadable maps, compulsory winter safety kit and time limits of 9, 6 and 4 hours respectively.

A dog friendly trail event at Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs offering 3.3 mile and 6.7 mile loop options on undulating, mainly off road trails with marshals, drink stations and a bespoke finisher medal.

Honour fallen heroes on a scenic trail along the River Wear in Durham. This timed event lets you choose your distance, from a 3km run to an ultra marathon. All finishers receive a commemorative medal.