Trail Running calendar near Holy Island 2025-2026

Explore the private grounds of historic Lambton Castle on scenic woodland and field trails with 5, 10 and 15 mile options. Chip timing, bespoke medals, event merch and on site parking; one well controlled dog per runner welcome.

Tidal Trails brings beach running to South Shields with scenic sand and Leas grass routes plus fun options from 2 km to an 8 km run and barefoot sprints. Enjoy live music, food stalls and family games for a festival day by the sea.

The Gateshead Trail 10k is a scenic, traffic-free 10-kilometre trail race in Swalwell, Gateshead, weaving through the Derwent Walk Country Park. The fast course features wide paths, only a few inclines, and a double-loop at the top, keeping..

Take part in the Eyemouth Twilight 5K on 28 August 2026, a chip timed certified seaside run with Scott's Mini Fun Runs for kids. All finishers receive medals, a goodie bag and a Giacopazzi's gelato.

The Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge in Durham is a trail running event held along the scenic River Wear, offering views of Durham Cathedral. Hosted at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club, the course features a flat, fully signed loop of approximate..

The The Maverick Kielder Forest Gravel Trail Running Event will take place in Hexham on Saturday 5 September 2026.

Tackle a scenic 50K through the wild Cheviot Hills from Wooler, with big climbs, sweeping views and rugged trails. Well supported with aid stations, GPS tracking and a finisher medal to celebrate your achievement.

Take on Pilgrims Ultra on Saturday 26 September 2026 along the stunning St Oswalds Way from Holy Island with 50k, 100k and 100 mile options. Coastal vistas, castles and Hadrian's Wall scenery await, with tracking, medal and t shirt for fini..

Experience the Wild Deer Scottish Trail Runs at Dalkeith Country Park on 27 September 2026, with scenic woodland trails and open estate terrain. Distances from 5 km to a 32.5 mile ultra welcome all abilities and are canicross friendly.

Run the CBTE Charm Bracelet 100 or 50 from Dufton this October across Pennine, Teesdale and coastal trails. With checkpoints, GPS trackers and a warm finisher's welcome, it suits seasoned ultrarunners seeking a big challenge.

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 laps of approximately 4.37 miles (7 km), with opti..

Run a scenic half marathon along Hadrian's Wall from Housesteads Roman Fort to Tyne Green in Hexham, with trail and riverside views. Enjoy chip timing, a medal and event T shirt plus shuttle options to the start.

Take on the 8 hour Tentsmuir Challenge on 24 October 2026 and run as many 4.366 mile loops through scenic Tentsmuir Forest as you can within the time limit. Trail footing, chip timed wristbands and finisher prizes make it ideal for marathon..

The Saturn Remembrance Run 2026 - North East takes place in Durham City at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club. This inclusive trail running event features a timed challenge lasting 6 hours and 32 minutes, allowing participants to run distances..

The Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge in Durham, known as the Snow Globe Gallop, 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 laps of a 4.37-mi..

New for 2027, MTC GLAISTIG is a single day 31.3 mile ultra across scenic Scottish terrain as Day 2 of the Mount to Coast end to end challenge. With a limited field and bespoke medal this promises a tough, unforgettable trail experience.

Take on the MTC Nuckelavee, a 40 mile day from Edinburgh Airport to Perth on 31 May 2027 as part of the Mount to Coast SCOTIA series. Limited to 40 starters, enjoy scenic terrain and a bespoke finisher medal.

Take on the inaugural 13 day MTC ALBION, a 503 mile end to end ultra from Gretna Green to Lands End with dramatic landscapes and just 20 places. Daily cut offs and GPS tracking ensure safety while finishers collect daily and overall medals.

MTC Boggart is a bold single day 38 mile ultra from Gretna Green to Penrith, opening the MTC ALBION end to end challenge. With just 40 spots and rugged scenery this first edition promises a memorable run and a proud finisher medal.