Trail Running calendar near Kielder 2026-2027

Experience a unique midweek evening trail run through the historic 600 acre Gibside Estate featuring woodland paths and grand 18th century architecture. Choose from 5km or 10km chip timed routes with Canicross friendly options available.

Tackle the Lords Seat Fell race at Whinlatter Visitor Centre, an 8 km route with 430 m of climb across scenic, rugged fells. Entry on the day only £7 cash, with junior races and a start from the visitor centre car park.

Test your endurance at the official UK Athletics uphill trials in Keswick. This challenging mountain race on Skiddaw serves as the selection event for the European Off-Road Running Championships.

Experience a historic 90 km ultra marathon following ancient pilgrimage routes from North Queensferry to St Andrews. This UTMB Index race features 1200 meters of elevation gain through the scenic Fife countryside.

Test your physical limits at this obstacle course challenge in Fife featuring mud and water. Choose between 5km or 10km distances and enjoy free parking plus a finisher medal and T shirt.

A classic Lakeland fell race covering 14 km and over 1000 meters of ascent across three major summits. This traditional event supports local mountain rescue and requires map and compass navigation skills.

Experience a traditional fell race in the scenic Lake District with the Storth Stampede. This event features a nine kilometer senior course and dedicated junior races for younger athletes looking to test their skills on the hills.

Test your mettle at MacTuff Fife Spring featuring obstacle courses through mud and water. Choose between 5km and 10km distances with technical shirts and medals for all finishers in a participant friendly environment.

Join this prestigious mountain race in Sedbergh featuring challenging up and down trial courses. Compete for county honors or national selection on marked fell routes reaching 980 meters of elevation gain.

Test your limits at Saughton with a combination of functional exercises and interval running. Choose from Solo, Doubles, or Relay formats with Classic or Double distances to suit your fitness level.

Experience an undulating 6.5 mile trail race through Brierley and Thorpe Woods in Wynyard. This scenic event features a mix of farm tracks and woodland paths for runners aged 16 and over.

Experience a 10 km multi terrain trail run through the private roads and tracks of Hulne Park in Alnwick. This scenic event offers team prizes and post race refreshments on the historic Northumberland estate.

Experience a unique urban trail through Carlisle on a 10 km course featuring the local cathedral and castle. Runners navigate a mix of roads and off road tracks through scenic city parks.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell race from Dockray to Hartside on Wed 6 May 2026, covering 10 km with a stiff 800 m of climb. Entry on the day is £5 with parking at the quarry car park. Expect a tough scenic course and friendly vibes.

Take on the Cautley Horseshoe fell race near Sedbergh on 6 May 2026, a short but brutal 7.5 km with 805 m of ascent and spectacular upland views. Entry on the day is £5 and the Cross Keys Inn will be open for post race food and drink.

Experience a timed canicross event in the scenic Dodd Wood with 5 km and 8 km course options. Run with up to two dogs or solo on a fully marked trail route overlooking Bassenthwaite Lake.

Experience a classic 14.5 km fell race starting and finishing at Rydal Hall in Ambleside. This clockwise horseshoe route features over 900 meters of elevation across the scenic Lakeland fells.

Join the Saltire Trail Races in Athelstaneford on Saturday 9 May 2026 for scenic 2 km, 5 km and 10 km farm trails at Kilduff Farm. Family friendly fun and village fair treats raise funds for Athelstaneford Primary School.

The Lap is a fully signposted 72 km ultra marathon circumnavigating Lake Windermere. With generous support, a 24-hour time limit, and stunning Lake District trails, it's designed to be an accessible introduction to the ultra distance.

Join the final event of the Lakeland Paws season at Whinlatter featuring 5 km and 8 km trail routes. This dog friendly forest race offers individual starts and a summit climb to Seat How with no cut off times.