Trail Running calendar near Hexham 2026-2027

Take on the Swirral Grind 850, an all uphill mountain race in Patterdale on 17 July 2026 that climbs 850 m over 6 km to a trig point on Swirral Edge. Expect steep paths, some scrambling, stunning UNESCO World Heritage views and a recycled s..

Tackle the Rab Pinnacle Ridge Extreme on Helvellyn Massif, a 28 km skyrace with about 2700 m ascent, technical single track, scree descents, knife edge ridgelines and five graded scrambles. Places are strictly vetted for experienced scrambl..

Tackle the Rab Helvellyn Sky Ultra, a 57 km mountain ultramarathon in the Lake District with 3700 m ascent and exposed ridgelines. This technical course over Striding Edge and Swirral Edge is tracked and supported.

Run the St Sunday Sky Race in Patterdale on 18 July 2026, a 29 km mountain course with 2050 m ascent over St Sunday Crag and the Eastern Fells. This entry level skyrunning challenge is fully marked, timed and ends with a post race meal.

Run a scenic 15 km loop of Place Fell around Ullswater, mixing fields, mild technical trails and a thrilling descent from Boredale Hause. Based in Patterdale, finishers get a recycled seed bomb medal and a warming vegan soup.

Take on the Northumberlandia 10K on 18 July 2026 around the striking landform and surrounding trails, with hills, fast stone paths and forest tracks. Enjoy a bespoke finisher medal and event village with café and stalls.

Take on an 11 km fell run in the scenic York Dales near Ingleton with 600 m of climb for a proper hill challenge. Community event at the sports field, part of the Yorkshire Dales Classics, with advance and on the day entries.

Take on A Foot in Two Dales, a 50 mile challenge through Wensleydale and Swaledale on 18 to 19 July 2026, featuring the climb of Great Shunner Fell. Start and finish in Harmby with checkpoints, hot meals and a 22 hour time limit.

Cracoe Fell Races are a short, sharp test on rugged moorland near Skipton, featuring tussocks, ditches and a steep final climb to the summit. Junior races and on the day entry make it perfect for local runners and families.

Join the Pete Bland 50th Kentmere Horseshoe on Sun 19 Jul 2026 in the Lake District for a challenging 19.8 km course with 1006 m of climb around classic Lakeland tops. Pre entry required; refreshments and parking at Kentmere Village Hall.

Tackle a scenic but testing 9.7 km trail in Coniston's Lake District with 732 m of climb, part of the Coniston Country Fair on Sun 19 Jul 2026. Entry on the day is £6 or included with fair admission. Minimum age 18 and teams are not allowed..

Join the Ravenscar Rumble revisited, a scenic fell race in Ravenscar on Wed 22 Jul 2026 covering 10 km with 250 m of climb through the North York Moors. Tea rooms stay open for post run treats and entry is on the day only.

Run Stately Trails: Aske at Aske Hall for an evening 5 km or 10 km loop, with a 5 km walk option. Limited to 200 runners, this mostly flat but muddy estate course winds through pastures and woodland for a scenic country trail.

On 23 July 2026 Stately Trails: Aske Hall invites you to scenic, fully marked estate trails at Constable Burton Hall through fields, tracks and woodland. Choose a 5km run or walk or a 10km challenge and enjoy post race food options.

Tackle the Montane Lakeland 50 or 100 mile ultra trail loops from Coniston through the Lake District fells. Expect huge climbs, remote paths and unforgettable views across classic Lakeland terrain in a true endurance challenge.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell race on Saturday 25 July 2026 at Beetham Sports Field, a 9.3 km route with 283 m of climb that rewards grit with stunning views. Entry on the day, plus junior sports day races and parking on site.

Tackle classic Lake District terrain at the High Wether Howe fell race on Sat 25 Jul 2026, a 14 km route with 485 m of climb starting and finishing at Stepps Hall. Entry on the day is welcome and proceeds support the Shap community fund.

Run 14 miles along the Northumberland coast from Beadnell to Alnmouth on 26 July 2026, mixing sand, road and trail and finishing on the beach. Limited places and a 3 hour 30 minute cut off for tide and safety mean book early.

Take on the classic Ambleside fell race near Rydal Park, a short but sharp climb to a rocky summit set in Lakeland scenery. Open to seniors and juniors with age categories, this BOFRA counter promises a stiff test of speed and stamina.

Join the Heart Of The Lakes Rydal Round, a scenic Lake District fell run of 9 miles with 915 m climb around Rydal Park. Entry is on the day and the race opens Ambleside Sports; sports field admission applies.