Trail Running calendar near Hesket Newmarket 2026-2027

Trail running event in Otley on 12 December 2026 offering 12, 19 and 32 mile routes with three checkpoints, mandatory kit and tracker provision for ultramarathon entrants. Entry minimum age 18 and a 100 person maximum field.

A festive 2.5 km or 5.0 km trail run along the River Wear near Durham Cathedral, with themed medals, a goody bag, aid stations and facilities at Durham Amateur Rowing Club.

A winter hill race in the Southern Galloway mountains covering 17.50 km with 800 m ascent. The route climbs via the Door and Knee of Cairnmore to the Cairnsmore of Fleet trig before a long descent to the finish at Muirfad Farm.

Take on the Simonside Cairns fell race in Rothbury, Northumberland, a rugged 11 mile route over moorland and cairns that rewards grit and scenery. Entry on the day from Jubilee Hall is £10 and teams of three are welcome.

Take part in a flexible 7 hour time challenge along the scenic River Wear in Durham. Run as many trail laps as you choose to earn a themed medal, goody bag, and a seasonal bobble hat.

A 7 hour Time Challenge along the River Wear in Durham on 13 December 2026 offering flexible distances from 3 km up to ultra and 50 km. Finishers receive a themed medal, a bobble hat, aid stations and a goody bag with vegan options.

A night time fell race to the 703 m summit of Chapelfell Top covering 6.6 km with 370 m ascent. Unmarked route and off path navigation are required and entrants must show experience and carry extensive mandatory kit.

A winter mountain ultramarathon on Saturday 19 December 2026 around Helvellyn. The unmarked 38 mile route gains about 2000 m and requires navigation skills, self reliance and prior winter hill experience.

Run Fellrunner at Stoop at Penistone Hill near Haworth, an 8 km fell race with 250 m climb across the Pennine hills. Festive extras include a free Santa hat, Christmas prizes, a Curly Wurly for finishers and post race coffee.

A festive trail running event in Chopwell Woods near Gateshead with family one mile, 4 mile and 8 mile courses. Live chip timing, finisher medals and refreshments; one controlled dog per runner allowed.

A stripped-back navigation challenge in Skipton where participants are blindfolded, dropped at an unknown location and must find their way back to the event centre on foot. Options include 6, 10 and 15 mile challenges and optional live trac..

Ring in the New Year with this scenic, hilly 10.8 km trail around Penistone Hill Country Park near Haworth on 31 December 2026. Entries are limited, chip timing is new for 2026, and every finisher receives a bottle of Daleside beer plus cof..

Ring in the New Year with a 7-mile fell race, starting with a live bagpiper. After the run, celebrate with a pint, pie, and live music at The Crown Pub for a private post-race party.

Start the new year with an undulating 7 km trail run through the scenic landscape of Brampton. This off road race features mixed terrain and concludes with a bespoke medal for all finishers.

A deep winter half marathon (ish) to the summit of Hedgehope and back, held near Ingram Cafe on 9 January 2027. Fully marked and marshalled, part of the Shadowlands Series, with required winter kit and optional entry cover.

A 10 km trail run in Ashington on 10 January 2027 through community woods and QEII Country Park. The event is canicross friendly and includes chip timing, marshals and a finisher medal.

Trail running festival at Vogrie Country Park on 17 January 2027. Marked, marshaled mixed terrain routes from 1.6 km to a half marathon with on-site refreshments and a medal for half marathon finishers.

Coastal trail races at Druridge Bay Country Park offering 10 km and half marathon distances with sections on paths, trails and the beach. The event features live chip timing, finish medals and allows one controlled dog per runner.

A winter ultra on the Pendle Way from Barley offering approx. 45 miles or a 30 mile option for runners and walkers, waymarked across moorland and villages with required winter kit and navigation.

Experience a unique 10 mile nighttime trail run through the fabled Simonside Hills of Northumberland. Navigate rocky trails and steep climbs under the stars in this atmospheric winter event.