Trail Running calendar near Kielder 2025-2026

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.

Experience epic Lake District trails from Keswick with 53k and 23k options that climb iconic peaks and circle Derwent Water. Expect live tracking for ultras, marshalled routes, a themed medal and a hot post race meal.

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.

Tackle scenic Lake District trails at Lakeland Trails Hawkshead on 11 April 2026 with 10k and 16k options for runners and walkers. Enjoy panoramic fell views, a famous Coffin Trail climb and a lively finish village.

Run the stunning north east coast from Redcar to Whitby in the CBTE Charm Bracelet Marathon, a 26.5 mile trail along beaches, cliffs and the Cleveland Way. Limited to 300 entrants and a welcoming 10 hour cutoff for walkers.

Run a scenic 14.35 miles from Redcar Beach to the fishing village of Staithes along sand, cliff top paths and the Cleveland Way. Challenging underfoot terrain and a five hour cutoff mean walkers are welcome.

Explore the wild Howgills from Sedbergh on 12 April 2026 with 10 km, half marathon or full marathon options on scenic trails. Mandatory kit and minimum age 16 apply, and entries include a finisher medal, timing and photos.

Spring in Lakeland on 12 April 2026 in Ambleside is a scenic 23 mile route with about 4,400 ft of ascent through Tarn Hows and Coniston. Open to runners and walkers, the event is full with a waiting list and requires navigation and kit.

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.

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.

Take on the NAV4 Lakes Mountain 40, a rugged 40 mile trail across Lakeland ridges and summits including High Street and Helvellyn. Starts and finishes at Askham and offers a shorter 27 mile option for a big day with less distance.

Take on the Teenager With Altitude fell race in the Lake District, a testing 24.7 km route from Newlands Adventure Centre with about 2300 m of climb across classic Lakeland terrain. Pre entry only, adults 18 and over, teams welcome with pri..

Tackle the stunning slopes of the Newlands Memorial Race in the Lake District, 18.5 km with 1100 m of climb from Newlands Adventure Centre. Pre entry only for adults 18 and over, and a popular counter in the Lakes Grand Prix.

Explore the North York Moors with Swainby Sweep on 19 April 2026, offering scenic 7 miles and 16 miles trail routes from Swainby Village Hall. Expect rugged moorland, forest tracks, checkpoints, feed stations and a race medal for finishers.

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..

Join a scenic 10 km fell race in the Lake District at Witherslack, featuring 340 m of climb on a fully flagged route. No pre entry needed; sign up on the day at Dean Barwick Primary School and enjoy post run refreshments.

Enjoy a scenic run around Gartmorn Dam on mixed roads and woodland trails with views of the Ochils. A 6 mile senior race and a 2 mile junior race make this a great family friendly spring outing with marshals and post race refreshments.

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.

Take on the iconic Three Peaks Race on 25 April 2026 in Horton in Ribblesdale, a classic 24 mile fell challenge across Pen y Ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough. Solo and relay teams welcome for big climbs, stunning views and fell running her..