Trail Running calendar near Holy Island 2025-2026

Run the Inov8 High Cup Nick Fell Race in Dufton on 28 Feb 2026, a scenic 15 km out and back to High Cup Nick along the Pennine Way. Entry supports the village hall and includes registration at the hall plus homemade soup and roll.

Take on the John Muir Way Ultra Marathon, a scenic 50 km coastal trail along East Lothian with a team relay for two. Follow coastal, rural and woodland paths from Port Seton to Foxlake Adventures in Dunbar.

Run under star filled skies with Trail Outlaws Dark Skies Run Series at UK dark sky venues like Kielder. Night trail races from 10K to 26.6 miles offer a friendly, highly rated atmosphere for adventurous runners.

Experience the Northumberland coast from Bamburgh Castle to Druridge Bay, passing iconic castles and fishing villages. Take the 54 km ultra or the new 27 km option and finish with a medal and long sleeve event shirt.

Run a muddy, hilly 5k through Hamsterley Forest with natural obstacles and a fun, small field vibe. Open to runners and dogs, entries capped at 50 and finishers get medals and photos.

Run beside Alnwick Castle on scenic trails through Hulne Park and the Priory with 10km and Half Marathon options, live chip timing, medals and Wild Deer merchandise for finishers. A portion of every entry supports NE Youth.

Take on a scenic 8 km trail with about 400 m of climb around Bulbys Wood, Ingram on Sun 15 Mar 2026. Entry is on the day only, £5, for runners aged 16 or over seeking a tough, rewarding hill challenge.

Pendulum 2026 is an 11 mile fell race in Langleeford on 22 March, tackling Hedgehope and Cheviot for stunning views. Timed event with rescue support, a halfway water stop and a finisher medal for a rewarding but tough day on the fells.

Tackle the rugged Bollihope Carrs fell race near Frosterley, a challenging 10.5 km course with 380 m of climb across classic Northumberland Durham moorland. Friendly entry with a limited field makes for a fast, atmospheric race day.

Join a 7 hour timed running challenge along the River Wear with stunning views of Durham Cathedral. Choose distances from short laps to marathon and ultra, enjoy aid stations, vegan options and a goody bag at the finish.

Fraggle Run North is a signed trail run along the River Wear with stunning Durham Cathedral views and distances from 3 km to ultra. Try the flexible 7 hour Time Challenge and earn a finisher medal plus distance pins.

Experience the wild beauty of the North Pennines UNESCO Global Geopark from Stanhope, tackling moorland climbs, waterfalls and woodland single track trails. Choose a 10k or half marathon, with waymarking, feed stations and a finishers mug.

Tackle the iconic 26 mile Allendale Challenge around the North Pennines in support of the volunteer North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team. Enjoy rugged peat bog scenery, chip timing and a shirt and pin while helping a vital charity.

Join the Dashing Dog Charity Run in Durham for a scenic trail around the River Wear where you can choose your distance or tackle the 7 hour time challenge. Finishers earn dog themed medals and each entry helps local dog rehoming charities.

Take on a 7 hour timed trail along the River Wear near Durham, flat signed footpaths with cathedral views. Choose your distance from short loops to ultramarathons, walkers welcome and proceeds support local dog rehoming charities.

Run wild on the Pennine Way at Trail Blazer Dam Busters, a scenic trail through moors, dams and rugged paths at Blackton Grange Estate near Barnard Castle. Choose 10 km or a half marathon and soak up dramatic Area of Outstanding Natural Bea..

Beyond Newcastle takes runners from Newcastle Quayside along the River Tyne and into the Derwent Valley with 25 km and 55 km trail options through riverside paths and Chopwell Woods. Chip timing, feed stations and a finishers medal await.

Run the RAF Spadeadam Blue Streak Trail, choosing 14 mile or 11 km routes across an active RAF station with sweeping views of the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall. Proceeds support the RAF Benevolent Fund and finishers receive a medal.

Join the Trail Outlaws Urban Trail Series for fully marked, marshalled trail races from 5K to half marathon, with prizes and a season ticket that saves on entry. Friendly vibe and great reviews make it a top pick for runners.

Cockfield Chase in County Durham is a friendly 7 km fell race with 160 m of climb, run as a guided first lap and a raced second lap. Ideal for beginners and club runners, entries are available in advance or on the day.