Trail Running calendar near Holy Island 2026-2027

Set your own distance goal in this flexible 7-hour time challenge along Durham's River Wear. The flat, scenic trail offers views of the cathedral. Every finisher gets a medal, snacks, and a goody bag.

A forest marathon in Glentress Forest near Peebles, run over two 21k circuits with marked trails, notable ascent and on-course hydration points. Facilities include a visitor centre cafe, changing and showers.

Run through the stunning Glentress Forest in the Scottish Borders. Choose from a technical 21k half marathon, a challenging 10k, or a beginner-friendly 5k gravel run. The courses feature forest singletrack, mountain bike trails, and panoram..

Join Saturn Running's Smurf Run along Durham's River Wear. This seven-hour time challenge lets you choose your distance from 3km to an ultra marathon. Everyone receives a themed medal, with distance pins for longer runs, snacks along the co..

Join the Glentress February Trail Races on 15 February 2026 for woodland singletrack, gravel and moorland routes from a new 5 km up to a testing 42 km. Fully marked courses and stunning views make this a must for trail runners of all levels..

A winter trail race on 15 February 2026 at Balbirnie Park, Markinch, Fife featuring a 4 to 5 miles woodland route with mud and water crossings. All finishers receive a bespoke memento and prizes cover overall and age categories.

Coastal trail running in Bamburgh on 21 February 2026 with 10K, half, marathon and ultra distances on a linear course; the event counts toward the Endurancelife Season Leaderboard.

Winter trail runs at Derwent Reservoir offer 5 mile and 10 mile routes around the reservoir. The 5 mile allows canicross with one controlled dog, while the 10 mile follows closed roads and firm trails with live chip timing and a 2.5 hour cu..

A community fell race from Dufton Village Green to High Cup Nick and back, about 15 km with roughly 450 m of ascent. The event raises funds for Dufton Village Hall and includes post-race soup and a roll.

A nighttime 10K trail run around the Northumberlandia landform with hills, stone paths, soft trails and forest tracks. A water station is at mile 4 and all finishers receive a bespoke medal.

A 50 km ultra marathon on 7 March 2026 along the John Muir Way in East Lothian with a 2x25 km team relay option. The route starts at Port Seton Promenade, finishes at Foxlake Adventures in Dunbar and passes coastal and rural trails.

Night trail races at Kielder, Grassholme and Derwent set in designated dark sky areas, with distances from 10K to 26.6 miles and a double option. The events note friendly volunteers and lively atmosphere alongside occasional signage and rou..

An ultra trail along the Northumberland coast from Bamburgh to Druridge Bay with two distances, 54 km and a new 27 km option. The route includes coastal landmarks, feed stations, mandatory kit requirements, and live chip timing.

A roughly 5k trail race at Hamsterley Forest on 8 March 2026 with mud, hills and obstacles; dogs are welcome and veterinary and canine first aid cover are provided. Teams of five compete for Top Dogz awards based on aggregate time.

A scenic, approximately 12 km multi-terrain trail around Whitley Bay, featuring beach running, clifftops, coastal paths and woodland trails, finishing at Churchill Playing Fields with refreshments and a buff instead of a medal.

The Braids Hill Race is a scenic cross-country event on the rolling hills of southern Edinburgh. Runners can choose a 5k or 10k looped course with views of the city skyline. The event includes a prize-giving and is popular with club runners..

Trail runs around Alnwick Castle feature routes through Hulne Park and the Priory in two distances. The event uses live chip timing, includes a finisher medal and refreshments, and donates part of each entry to NE Youth.

A Category AS fell race near Ingram, covering 8 km / 5 miles with significant ascent, held at Bulby’s Wood car park. Entry is on the day only for £5 and the event is part of the North East Fell Running Championship.

The Pendulum is a demanding fell race over 11 miles in the Cheviot Hills. Participants must conquer both Hedgehope Hill and The Cheviot, facing over 3,600 feet of ascent. This event includes a timed course, mandatory kit, and a finisher med..

A medium-length BM fell race near Frosterley on 28 March 2026, about 10.5–11 km with 380 m ascent. The unmarked route requires map and compass, full FRA kit is mandatory, and entry is limited to 50 runners.