Trail Running calendar near Hexham 2025-2026

Organised by Great Owl Running, the Chevin BS fell race is a 10-kilometre loop on the Chevin in Otley, West Yorkshire. A Category BS event, it features about 390 metres of ascent in a notably hilly course. The race starts and finishes on St..

Take on the Hardmoors 55, a 55 mile ultramarathon across the North York Moors from Guisborough to Helmsley on 21 March 2026. Expect big climbs, iconic spots like Roseberry Topping, and a tough 16 hour cut off.

Challenge yourself on the wild moorland of Blubberhouses at the Blubberhouses Moor Challenge Event on Sunday 22 March 2026. Online entries are open for a scenic North Yorkshire outing that rewards grit and views.

Buttermere Trail Race 2026 The event takes place in Buttermere Village, Cumbria on 22 March 2026. The route is a circular trail around the shores of Buttermere and Crummock Water. The advertised distance is 20 kilometres, run as one lap wit..

Run The Pendulum 2026 in the wild Cheviot Hills, an 11 mile timed trail climbing 3,689 ft that visits Hedgehope Hill and The Cheviot. Expect epic highland views, mountain rescue support and medals for finishers.

Tackle the Lakes Traverse 100 km ultramarathon across the Lake District on 28 and 29 March 2026. This point to point St Bees to Shap route winds over classic lakeland passes and wild valleys for a true coast to coast challenge.

Northern Traverse 2026 is a self supported 300 km coast to coast ultra from St Bees to Robin Hood's Bay, held 28 March to 1 April. Expect roughly 6500 m of climbing across three National Parks for an epic backcountry challenge.

Run through the stunning Lake District at the Grasmere Wild Trail Runs on 28 March 2026, with scenic 5 km and 10 km routes past Grasmere and Rydal waters. Canicross friendly, every finisher gets a medal, Wild Deer merchandise and a snack.

The Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge in Durham is a trail running event held at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club along the scenic River Wear, offering views of the Cathedral. Participants can run as many laps as they wish within seven hours, with..

Tackle the Moors Traverse, an adventurous 80 km ultra along Wainwrights coast to coast from Ingleby Cross to Robin Hoods Bay with 1,600 m of ascent. Mapped routes, support stops and a self sufficient ethos make for a scenic, testing day.

Tackle the Dales Traverse, a 55 km ultra following Wainwright's coast to coast route from Kirkby Stephen to Richmond through the North Pennines and Yorkshire Dales. Expect rugged uplands, the iconic Nine Standards and a warm finish below Ri..

Run around Whinlatter Top on wide, rolling forest tracks with 9k and 12k options at the Lakeland Paws Tour de Whinlatter. Chip timing and dogs welcome for a relaxed, springtime challenge.

The Samaritans Way Trail Run, held at Guisborough Rugby Club in Teesside, is a trail running and walking event supporting the Teesside Samaritans charity. Participants can choose from 10km or 20km distances, either running or walking, with..

MindOverMoors The OG! is a scenic 10 km trail race through the North Yorkshire Moors on 4 April 2026, with challenging climbs and one midroute aid station. Entries are limited to 200 and a share of fees supports mental health charity.

CBTE The Charm Bracelet 10k is a trail running event based at Skinningrove Community Centre, Saltburn-by-the-Sea (TS13 4BH). The route covers about 7.4 miles with around 890 feet of ascent, offering a coastal, cliff-top course along the nor..

Punk Panther Ripon Stinger sends you through Fountains Abbey, Hackfall Woods and the Valley of the Seven Bridges on scenic trails from Studley Roger Village Hall. Choose 13, 20 or 35 mile routes, earn a finisher medal and T shirt and enjoy..

Enjoy scenic 10k or half marathon trail routes from Stanhope through moorland and woodland in the North Pennines UNESCO Global Geopark. Waymarked courses, feed stations, finish food and a bespoke memento with wildflower seeds make it a memo..

Tackle the 35th Allendale Challenge, a scenic but tough 26 mile loop in the North Pennines that raises funds for North of Tyne Mountain Rescue. Expect rugged terrain, great views and chip timing for extra safety and accurate finish times.

RunThrough Lake District Trail Running Festival offers 53k and 23k routes around Derwent Water and classic fells for breathtaking lake and summit views. Enjoy live tracking for ultras, chip timed results, a themed medal and a hot meal.

Run the Montane Howgills Trail in Sedbergh on 12 April 2026, choosing a 13 or 26 mile route across classic fells and lanes. Friendly atmosphere, bespoke finisher medal and on course support make it a must for trail runners.