Trail Running calendar near Kielder 2026-2027

Trail races from Stanhope Showground explore the North Pennines AONB and UNESCO Global Geopark with waymarked courses, aid stations and medical cover. Distances include a 10k and a half marathon and the minimum age is 16.

A 46 mile mountain race around Glentrool open to solo runners or teams of 2 to 4. The route climbs over 4000 metres, features three manned food checkpoints and has an overall 24 hour cutoff.

A circular 32 km fell race through the Galloway mountains featuring 1850 m of ascent. Experience the summits of Merrick and Curleywee on this supported mountain route organized by Galloway Mountain Rescue.

A 26 mile fundraising challenge in the North Pennines organised by North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team. The anti-clockwise route from Allendale passes peat bogs and summits and uses electronic chip timing.

Experience the landscape of the Lake District with trail races of 23 km and 53 km starting from Keswick. These chip timed events include themed medals and routes passing Derwent Water and Scafell Pike.

Test your endurance at West Benridge Farm in this official Backyard Ultra event. Complete a 6.7 km loop every hour on a flat trail course until only one runner remains standing.

The Jeffrey's Mount Figure of Eight on Sat 11 Apr 2026 in the Lake District is a classic 7.8 km fell race with 530 m of climb that rewards stamina and navigation. On the day entry is £8 and proceeds support Macmillan Cancer Support.

Trail races in Hawkshead on 11th April 2026 with marked 10k and 16k routes, panoramic Lake District views and the mile-long Coffin Trail climb. Event HQ is at Hawkshead Recreation Ground with marshals, water stations and an event village.

A coastal trail marathon on 12 April 2026 from Redcar Beach to Whitby, covering about 26.5 miles with 3263 ft of ascent. The route follows cliffs, sand and coastal villages and has a 10 hour cutoff with age-category trophies.

Experience a 14.35 mile trail run along the stunning northeast coast from Redcar to Staithes. Navigate cliff paths and beaches with 1591 feet of elevation on this scenic coastal route.

Trail races in the Howgill Fells around Sedbergh on 12 April 2026 offering 10 km, 13.1 miles and 26.2 miles. Entries include electronic timing and a bespoke finisher medal.

A 23-mile scenic walking and running route from Ambleside Parish Centre with 4400 ft of ascent via Loughrigg Tarn, Coniston and Tarn Hows. Navigational skills and mandatory kit required; runners and walkers are welcome.

A 7 hour time challenge on signed river trail loops in Durham offering distances from 3 km up to 50 km and ultra options. The event adds a charity surcharge and offers matched pin donations to support local dog rehoming centres.

Tackle the Grisedale Grind, a steep 4 km Lake District fell race with a testing 480 m ascent that rewards gutsy climbs. Entry on the day for £7 cash, juniors welcome at Revelin Moss opposite Whinlatter Visitor Centre.

A mountain running event of about 40 miles in the Lake District, taking in Helvellyn, High Street and other summits. The figure of eight route has a 27 miles short option, is limited to 50 starters and requires full mountain kit.

Experience the Newlands Valley Horseshoe at this Category AL fell race near Keswick. Traverse 24.7 km of exposed peaks and over 2300 meters of elevation in the heart of the Lake District.

The Newlands Memorial Race will take place in Stair on Saturday 18 April 2026. You can run 19 kilometers.

Experience a scenic trail run or an accessible loch side walk at The Haining in Selkirk. This community event celebrates local heritage while offering signposted routes for both runners and walkers.

Lakeside Relays is a charity relay at Haverthwaite Station near Ulverston, with mixed teams made on the day and all ages running together on a short 0.80 miles loop that gains about 60 feet.

Circular trail races from Swainby Village Hall with 7 mile and 16 mile options through moorland and forest. Marked routes, feed stations, checkpoints and downloadable GPS files.